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Chadwick Anderson
(858) 427-0518
chad@designerChad.info
https://designerChad.info/vc32
February 6, 2024
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in the Web Design & Development Project Manager position listed on Indeed. As an accomplished creative web and graphic design professional with 25+ years of hands-on experience in digital communications, graphic design, and web development, I am confident in my ability to positively contribute to your team.
Having successfully navigated a freelance career for much of my professional life, I am well-versed in collaborating with creative teams and directing a variety of projects from concept through completion. One of my strongest qualities is my innate ability to fuse artistic vision with pragmatic and strategic thinking. I understand the importance of not only creating visually appealing designs but also ensuring that they resonate with the target audience and effectively communicate the intended message.
Skilled in nearly every aspect of website design, development, production, and management, I utilize a variety of applications, technologies (PHP, HTML, CSS, jQuery, JavaScript, SQL), and other software services (WordPress, Postmark, Mailchimp, Basecamp) to deliver professional and polished communications that meet project goals and exceed expectations. I have created brand identities, cohesive marketing collateral, advertising, and other digital and print assets that have deepened brand engagement for my clients in the long-term.
Some of my notable accomplishments include an eCommerce meal delivery service from concept to delivery, a WordPress Learndash LMS, and an event booking and business management system for a non-profit organization. These experiences have honed my ability to turn creative concepts into tangible, impactful results.
All of my skills and experience culminate into a singular, acute ability to manage the dynamic processes of web design & development projects. I’ve developed my own management tools during my career to juggle multiple simultaneous projects and have been using Basecamp for project management and collaboration for the better part of a decade.
I invite you to view my resume and visit my portfolio at https://designerChad.info/vc32 to experience my demonstrated skills. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my skills and experiences align with your Project Manager position.
Sincerely,
Chadwick Anderson
Chadwick Anderson
San Diego, CA • +1 (858) 427-0518 • chad@designerChad.info • designerChad.info
Accomplished web and graphic design professional with 25+ years experience producing strategic web and print assets on a wide variety of platforms for long-term clientele. Seeking to utilize my expertise in web development, marketing, and graphic design to fill a digital project manager position. Dedicated creative and innovative thinker aims to help achieve management goals and take on additional responsibilities.
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Collaborative
- Adobe CC
- PHP/JS/CSS/HTML/SQL
- Adaptability
- Self-starter
- Photography
- Ecommerce / Woo
- Problem Solving
- Deadline Oriented
- CMS / WordPress
- Web UI / UX
Experience
Web & Graphic Designer | Developer • 2002 – Present
designerChad, San Diego, CA
Fulfilled the responsibilities of a full-service marketing and advertising department for many long-term small business clients by handling all print and digital graphic design creative to meet their sales and marketing objectives. Reliably and accurately managed simultaneous projects and successfully met all deadlines.
- Collaborated with clients to translate business objectives into effective and impactful web sites.
- Customized WordPress websites using PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, and jQuery.
- Managed marketing and product content on WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento, and others.
- Conceived and executed email, banner, social, and Google Ads campaigns to meet sales goals.
- Designed brand identity concepts, logos, brochures, sales kits, ads, and stationery systems.
- Oversaw offset/digital printing processes for strategic marketing brand collateral.
- Advised clientele on technology integrations to increase business efficiency and profitability.
Notable Achievements
- Executed a full company rebrand that repositioned a long-term client as the vertical market leader.
- Grew an integrated ecommerce meal delivery service from brand design through delivery logistics.
- Pioneered a non-profit’s novel online giving campaign that raised thousands for charity.
- Produced clever advertising campaigns that amplified client’s event bookings and market prominence.
- Created a highly branded, search optimized WordPress website targeting Google organic ranking and successfully maintained first page search engine results for 10+ years.
- Advanced a WordPress-based application to streamline the sales proposal creation process that led to a more consistent presentation with fewer errors and faster turnaround.
- Expanded a long-time radio show’s audience by creating a robust online show archiving system that gave listeners access to thousands of hours of additional content.
- Integrated a LearnDash LMS online training course into client’s WordPress ecommerce website that expanded their business nationally.
Creative Director • 1997 – 2002
Nuvonix Interactive, San Diego, CA
- Developed novel, data-driven website experiences that elevated clients’ online visibility twofold.
- Cultivated compelling brand identities and innovative marketing collateral for small businesses.
- Integrated emerging technologies and design trends to creatively enhance content presentation.
Community Leadership
Board Member | Vice President • 2019 – Present
Diving For Life, New York, NY
- Implemented the nonprofit’s transition to ecommerce for event fundraising and donations.
- Transformed the all-volunteer organization to paperless improving collaboration and cutting costs.
- Established a web membership system that increased communication, engagement, and continuity.
- Developed and maintain a highly custom WordPress registration and event management system.
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, B.A. in Liberal Arts and Sciences
Skills
If I had to characterize my biggest strengths, they would be adaptability and problem solving ability.
I enjoy taking new or unique approaches to solve problems.
I would never rate anything 5 stars. There is always room for improvement.
Additional Works
(in no particular order)
‘Uniquely You’ Campaign
10 Minute Proposal Creator
Nutcracker
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Gertrude’s Restaurant
‘Any Way You Like’ Campaign
Travel with Purpose
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Adventure West Tours
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DFL 30 Years
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Restaurant Rack Tri-fold
Social Media Fundraising Campaign
Lab Cafe
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Meal Delivery Service: Identity to Delivery