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Christopher W.

Christopher W.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director of User Experience Design at University of Virginia

  • Education

    • Kent State University

      2022 - 2024
      Master's degree

    • Kent State University

      1988 - 1993
      Bachelor of Science - BS

  • Experience

    • Cincinnati Museum Center (Natural History)

      Jun 1994 - Jun 1997

      • Exhibits Coordinator

        Sept 1996 - Jun 1997

      • Traveling Exhibits Technician

        Jun 1994 - Aug 1996

    • Halex

      Aug 1997 - May 1999
      Associate Designer

    • Kumho America Technical Center

      May 1999 - Dec 2006
      Graphic / Web Designer

    • C Mason Design

      Jan 2000 - now
      Freelance Artist

      My graphic and web design freelance work. I have designed and built: print collateral, websites, advertising materials, trade show designs and graphics for small, local companies, churches, and non-profit groups. I strive for increased user engagement, problem resolution, and stronger Brand awareness through great design.

    • New Arcadia Studio

      Nov 2004 - Jul 2011
      Design Consultant

    • Arras Group

      Jan 2007 - Apr 2007
      Graphic Designer

    • Crutchfield Corporation

      May 2007 - Sept 2017

      • User Experience / Senior User Interface Designer

        Jul 2016 - Sept 2017

      • Art Director - Web/New Media

        Mar 2013 - Jul 2016

      • Senior Web Designer

        May 2011 - Mar 2013

      • Web Designer

        Apr 2008 - May 2011

      • Graphic Designer

        May 2007 - Apr 2008

    • InSource

      Jul 2016 - Sept 2018
      Director, Community Engagement

    • University of Virginia

      Sept 2017 - now

      Manage, design, and maintain the user interfaces and experiences for the library's main website, its online catalog (Virgo), as well as third-party assets. In addition to digital work, create and maintain physical signage for the six libraries that are around Grounds. Focusing on accessibility and inclusion is paramount.

      • Director of User Experience Design, UVA Library

        Oct 2022 - now

      • Lead User Experience Designer, UVA Library

        Jun 2021 - Oct 2022

      • Sr. Design and Development Engineer, UVA Library

        Sept 2017 - Jun 2021

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Christopher W.
      Crutchfield Innovation Award Bill Crutchfield Dec 2016 Work recognized to generate and spur the implementation of new ideas that create more emotionally enriching experiences for our customers and our colleagues. I led the conceptualization and art direction for redesigning our shipping cartons to provide a happy, engaging experience for our customers.
    • Awarded to Christopher W.
      Crutchfield Innovation Award Bill Crutchfield Apr 2013 Part of a team that was responsible for implementing a brand new concept in retail shopping using a touchscreen interface. I was responsible for designing and coding the UX front-end interface after thorough mock ups and user testing.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board of Directors

      Issued by Blue Ridge Irish Music School (BRIMS) on Jan 2015
      Blue Ridge Irish Music School (BRIMS)Associated with Christopher W.

    • Board of Trustees

      Issued by Scottish American Culture Society of Ohio (SACSO) on Jan 2005
      Scottish American Culture Society of Ohio (SACSO)Associated with Christopher W.

    • Co-founder & Executive Officer

      Issued by Charlottesville Area Masters of Real Ale (CAMRA) on Jan 2007
      Charlottesville Area Masters of Real Ale (CAMRA)Associated with Christopher W.