Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and a passion for creating accessible user experiences. Proven ability to handle multiple projects effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Hi, I’m
Amanda Gansemer
Cedar Rapids
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
Level Access
Accessibility Consultant
09.2022 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Led and conducted accessibility testing for top corporations, testing design concepts, responsive websites, and mobile applications to ensure ADA, Section 508, and WCAG compliance
- Advised Fortune 500 enterprises and private sector businesses on best practices and technical remediation strategies to improve products and user experiences
Perficient
UI/UX Designer / Lead Technical Consultant
02.2022 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Designed and built a responsive user interface to aid customers in purchasing health insurance while following user-centered design principles
- Applied strategic thinking and planning through rapid prototyping using a variety of design tools such as Figma and Adobe XD
- Collaborated with an Agile team of 5 members consisting of an account manager, a project manager, and 3 developers
Geonetric
Team Lead / Senior Web Designer / Frontend Developer
03.2011 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Designed web pages for hospitals and health systems. Took hundreds of ideas from concept to completion by creating wireframes and high-fidelity designs while following clients' unique brand
- Used front-end web development skills (HTML, CSS, jQuery) to seamlessly translate designs into responsive web templates for CMS platforms that worked seamlessly across devices and screen sizes
- Led the design discovery process through design workshops and creative discussions with stakeholders to understand demographics, customer needs, brand standards, business objectives, project requirements, and goals
- Executed and analyzed results from user research and usability tests (A/B testing, heat mapping, scroll mapping, and first-click testing) to identify areas for improvement, iterate on designs, and improve the overall user experience
- Partnered with an Agile, cross-functional team of 6+ members (including product manager, content strategist, content writer, marketing specialist, and engineers) to improve internal processes and meet clients' needs
- Collaborated with a team of 8-10 designers, providing creative solutions and giving and receiving constructive feedback while fostering a positive and productive environment
- Conceptualized and developed a modular set of base templates used for all projects, ensuring quality code, and cutting development time by 20 hours per project
- Mentored a team of 3 junior web designers, onboarding and coordinating to smoothly execute the design and development of websites for new and existing clients
- Shared subject matter expertise via blog posts, webinars, and symposium presentations to drive client engagement
- In the first 30 days of the new Cape Cod Health website, users were up 31%, new users were up 35%, sessions increased by 40%, and the bounce rate decreased by 7%
- Awarded Platinum Winner 2019 MarCom for Cape Cod Health website, and Platinum Winner 2020 MarCom for a UNC Restructure project, among other awards.
Education
University of IowaIowa City, IA
Bachelor of Fine Arts from Emphasis in Graphic Design, Minor in Communication Studies
University Overview
Skills
- Web Design and Development
- Web Accessibility and WCAG
- UI/UX Design
- Usability Testing
- Agile/Scrum Methodologies
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Figma
- Visual Studio Code
- HTML
- ARIA
- SCSS/CSS
- JavaScript/jQuery
- ASP
- PHP
- WordPress
- Accessibility Testing
Certification
Certified Professional in Web Accessibility (CPWA), International Association of Accessibility Professionals, 05/01/23
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureTimeline
Accessibility Consultant
Level Access
09.2022 - 09.2024
UI/UX Designer / Lead Technical Consultant
Perficient
02.2022 - 09.2022
Team Lead / Senior Web Designer / Frontend Developer
Geonetric
03.2011 - 02.2022
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Fine Arts from Emphasis in Graphic Design, Minor in Communication Studies
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