Web Designer, Problem Solver

For over 14 years Steven Monson has built quality websites for a wide variety of businesses. His dedication and ingenuity make him a valuable employee. Portfolio

Full Stack Designer

Extensive experience with HTML, CSS, WordPress, and Adobe software means Steven is comfortable with both the technical and artistic sides of web design.
My Skills

Skills at a Glance

Technical Skills

HTML & CSS

I’m very comfortable crafting full responsive layouts from scratch and have extensive experience writing semantic HTML and CSS.

WordPress

I’m intimately familiar with the WordPress ecosystem and able to create custom themes, work with PHP, and design back-end user interfaces for clients.

JavaScript

I’m not a programmer but I frequently write JavaScript to enhance websites. I’m a big believer in progressive development. Websites should still function even if the JavaScript doesn’t load.

SEO

While not my specialty, I have a firm grasp on the fundamentals of search engine optimization and have helped many companies improve their search rankings.

Accessibility

I’ve done extensive usability and accessibility research and know how to make ADA compliant websites. There’s always more to learn but I care about making websites accessible to users of all types and abilities.

Artistic Skills

Graphic Design

I specialize in Web and UI graphics but am also very comfortable with traditional print media. I’m able to handle the artistic and technical aspects of graphic design.

Typography

Solid typography is often what separates the amateurs from the professionals. I love wielding line-height, weights, and fonts for maximum readability and impact.

Adobe Photoshop

I’ve used Photoshop throughout my career and I’m extremely comfortable using it for a variety of tasks including image editing, graphic design, illustration, and layout design.

Adobe Illustrator

I frequently employ Illustrator to both create and edit vector graphics, including the creation of SVG icons, layout elements, or illustrations.

Motion Design

I’ve always loved animation, and enjoy adding subtle animations to websites and interfaces.  CSS is my most common animation tool, but I also use Adobe After Effects and GSAP.

Soft Skills

Problem Solving

I’m a problem solver. I love finding solutions to problems and making things better.

Active Learner

I’m a life-long learner and constantly seeking to improve my skills and knowledge. I’m curious by nature and always want to understand more about design and the world in general.

Research & Writing

I have a secret love for research and technical writing. I’ve written numerous articles and tutorials about design and technical subjects. I enjoy taking complex ideas and explaining them in way that is easy to understand.

Interpersonal Skills

I love working with people and always strive for clear and honest communication. I’m willing to listen and work with others to solve problems.

Project Management

I’m able to manage my own projects, talk with clients, and complete complex tasks.

 

What People Say…

What People Say About Steven...

…Amazing to work with… …Very knowledgeable… …A great listener… Steven has it all: work ethic, talent, integrity, and amiability… …Responsive, intuitive, and driven… Steven’s designs are beautiful and functional… [Designs are] visually stimulating and super easy to use…

Testimonials

Steven has it all: work ethic, talent, integrity, and amiability. He possesses a great blend of creative and technical ability that makes him well-suited for just about any project. It was a pleasure working with and near him, and I tried to absorb as much knowledge from him as I could in that time.
Christian Merrill (co-worker)
We have worked on multiple projects together and his insights and opinion always helped projects succeed and flow nicely. Always a pleasure to work with and trustworthy to get the job done well the first time.
Zachary Mendenhall (co-worker)
Steven is able to take a task that is complex and make it simple for users. One of his strengths is his ability to see an interface from a user’s point of view and making it easy to use while still getting all the information needed.  Steven’s designs are beautiful and functional!
Shaela Sutton (co-worker)
Steven is a great listener with a distinct flair for creating something which is visually stimulating, entertaining, and super easy to use and navigate. His ideas are spot-on and his tech knowledge of how to make a functional retail website are second to none! He is responsive, intuitive, quick to solution, and very driven… Plus he’s a top shelf visual designer to boot!
Ray Kinman (client)
We cannot begin to thank [Steven] enough for all of the assistance, guidance, and expertise [he] provided during the entire process of developing our new website. Most importantly, we greatly appreciate [his] patience and flexibility in working with us.
Robin Mitchell (client)
Steven has been completely amazing to work with helping our website get launched. He is extremely accommodating and very fast and efficient (as well as very knowledgeable). He makes sure and asks needed questions in a very nonthreatening way! We really are fortunate that we were able to have Steven work with us!
Bryce Owen (client)
Steven was very responsive and timely in getting back to me whenever I had questions or needed him to make changes to the new design. Steven has great design sense, and his ideas are spot on. My new website is fantastic, and it is both functional and useful.
Mojo Watson (client)
[Steven] is a motivated, hard-working designer. He is versatile and he is easy to work with. He rolls with the punches and rarely ever calls in sick. Steven is very likable and works well with other employees and is great with customers.
Glenda Heskett (co-worker)
Steven took on a very difficult task— the redesign of our website. He was very responsive to our changing needs (and minds!) and was always very accommodating. He turned what could have been a nightmare project in to something that I was very proud of in the end. We thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent on the project and look forward to an opportunity to work with him again on future endeavors.
Matt Howard (client)

Speaks the Language

Understanding design, code, and business allows him to effectively communicate with various stakeholders including clients, programmers, marketers, and management.
Let's Talk

Interested? Let's Talk

Steven is currently open to new opportunities.  Think we might be a good fit?  Contact me through LinkedIn or send me an email.

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