Nick Bravo.
I build engaging, high-performing websites, graphics, and digital assets to solidify brand authority and trust across platforms.
Short version? I recently made a career change from a full-time cop / part-time web developer/designer back to a full-time web developer.
I worked full-time as a graphic and web designer for two years before working in law enforcement. I worked on a lot of freelance web development projects during my 15-year law enforcement career.
Long version? My official biography is set to be released in 2552.
I've been developing websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and designing graphics, layouts, and brand assets with Adobe software since 2004 - you know, back when we could break MySpace. I have a solid mastery of HTML, CSS, JS and Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.
Adobe CC, VS Code, Astro, Next.js, Bootstrap, Webflow, WordPress
Figma, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, XD.
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript.
Netlify, Node.js, NGINX, Contentful, GraphQL, Rest.
Astro, Next.js, Bootstrap, Webflow, WordPress.
Here are some projects I've worked on as a designer and developer.
After a successful launch of the brand-new Kum & Go website, the Maverik marketing team decided it was time to update the Maverik marketing website with better functionality, scalability, and a modern look.
Astro, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
Kum & Go recently underwent a massive transition and rebranding of their loyalty program. Working with the Figma design system created by their awesome UI/UX team, I completely rebuilt the Kum & Go public website from scratch within a tight deadline of four weeks, saving the company over $600,000 per year.
Astro, TypeScript, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
I designed the entire layout of Unredacted Magazine, an interactive magazine, beginning with Issue 002 in June 2022. I built an adaptable, accessible layout in InDesign and created several graphical components and ads in Illustrator. The magazine is digital-only and is delivered as an interactive PDF.
Adobe InDesign, Illustrator
Fortify 24x7 asked me to design a series of half-page magazine ads to be included in several issues of Unredacted Magazine. After receiving the parameters and copy, I designed the ads in Adobe Illustrator. Since the magazine is an Interactive PDF, the final designs were embedded directly into the InDesign document with multiple targeted hyperlinks. These ads can be seen in various issues of Unredacted Magazine.
Adobe Illustrator, InDesign
I built Explore Eastern Utah to showcase local restaurants that remained open during pandemic shutdowns. I designed the UI in Adobe XD and built it using WordPress and Bootstrap. Through extensive use of dynamic content and APIs, Business owners were able to create user accounts and update their listings. All logos and graphics were designed in Adobe CC.
WordPress, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Adobe CC
I'm ready to join your team! Send me a message if you think we'd be a great fit!
Advanced web designer and developer with 16+ years of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript experience. Architected complex, high-performing websites using Astro JS, TypeScript, React, Tailwind CSS, and other common UI frameworks. Strong Proficiency in Figma and VS Code, mastery of Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.
Recruited to this role to oversee codebases of all Maverik, Kum & Go, and FJ Management (FJM) web properties, including primary websites for all companies, and the combined Careers website.
Transitioned freelance business to a systemized business with streamlined client onboarding and project management workflow.
Provided freelance web design and development services to local businesses, including several pro bono projects.
Recruited as a graphic designer and illustrator, quickly transitioned to primary web developer due to previous experience.