Over the past 4 years I have strived to make products that are enjoyable and fulfilling to use by users and developers. Since my childhood I have always felt the desire to give solutions to broken functions and experiences. I remember always thinking "there must be a better way".
I am self-taught with a diverse background, and after 8 years in social work, I discovered a love for design and a natural talent for creating user-centered experiences. I have since worked with a variety of growing companies to design new applications and improve existing ones.
Along my journey of design, I discovered a deep excitement towards development and spent a year learning and practicing how to bring my designs into reality to break down the communication gap between cross-functional teams.
My Wife and I have a tiny black lab named Pepper, and a close-knit family.
You are who you spend your time with, simple as that.
Designing and developing a product that solves a solution is so satisifying.
I picked up disc golf with my friends Travis, Cam, and Adam about a year ago and we just passed our 100th game together.
I like to listen to a wide variety music with an open mind. I've been currently obsessed with King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, but I highly encourage you to reach out and see what's been has been playing in my office recently.
I'm a 3+ drink guy if you ever run into me while I'm working. Coffee, water, tea, or anything blue.
After spending my time learning front-end, I felt that there's a limit before needing to understand the full product.
My focus has been heavy on the implementation side in my career, so I have been working to learn new research methods.
Accessibility for products is key especially when it comes to disabilities. I'm working to understand accessible code standards alongside accessible design standards.
I am always open to conversations about future work opportunities, tips and advice, and mentorship. You can find me through Instagram, LinkedIn, or through my email at nate@shortwebdesign.com