Jeffrey Jenks
Phone: 415-610-6983
Email: jeffrey@jeffreyjenks.com
As the owner of Wolfpack Designs, a website design company, I have gained valuable experience in creating engaging and user-friendly interfaces for a diverse range of clients. Now, with my UX Design certificate from Google, I am taking my skills to the next level and am excited to bring my expertise to new challenges in the field. My passion for user-centered design drives me to create intuitive and memorable experiences that exceed expectations. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the latest design trends and tools, I am confident in my ability to deliver exceptional results. Whether it's conducting user research, crafting wireframes, or iterating on designs to achieve the perfect balance of form and function, I am dedicated to creating outstanding user experiences that leave a lasting impression. Thank you for stopping by!
Resume
As a recent recipient of a UX Design certificate from Google, I am excited to for new opportunities in the UX Design market. With a diverse background encompassing management, technology implementation, and graphic design, I am confident that my unique skill set and passion for user experience will make me a valuable asset to a dynamic team.
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My journey in the professional world began at a young age in the vibrant restaurant and bar industry of Chicago. Through dedication and hard work, I quickly progressed from bussing tables to becoming a proactive barback, ensuring seamless operations for the bartenders. Later, I transitioned to the real estate sector, where I managed a substantial portfolio of properties, overseeing teams, residents, and implementing innovative technological solutions that enhanced efficiency and organization.
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In pursuit of new adventures, I ventured to Alaska, where I co-founded and managed Bayview Pub. My role as front-of-the-house General Manager honed my expertise in personnel management, graphic design, and technology, leading to the successful expansion of our business. After selling that business, I embraced the challenge of General Manager at Plum Property Management in Montana, spearheading personnel management, client relations, and IT oversight.
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When the pandemic impacted the job market in 2020, I seized the opportunity to pursue my long-standing passion for web design and founded Wolfpack Designs. Over the last three years, I have delighted in collaborating with diverse clients, crafting websites for various industries and honing my expertise in UX design principles.
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My commitment to expanding my knowledge and expertise led me to embark on formal education in UX Design, culminating in my certification from Google. Now, I am eager to leverage my innate understanding, creative vision, and acquired skills to contribute to a dynamic UX Design team.
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Throughout my journey, I have cultivated essential business skills, including adaptability, collaboration, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving. These skills, combined with my proficiency in Agile Methodology, Information architecture, Prototyping, User Research, and UI/UX Design, position me as an ideal candidate for both leadership and team-oriented roles.
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I am confident that my work ethic, education, and experience in management and teamwork make me a strong addition to a UX Design team.
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For more information about my work history and skills, please continue below. Thanks for stopping by!
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Jeffrey Jenks
EXPERIENCE
Founder & Designer
Earth
Though I had been designing and building websites for friends and family in an unofficial capacity for many years prior, I founded this company in earnest at the start of the pandemic. The sole employee and designer for the company, I collaborated with various clients in many different industries to build and design custom websites from the ground up for their businesses. I greatly enjoyed the collaborative process with my clients and with my strong customer service skills, my clients also found the process to be positive and rewarding.
2020 - Present
General Manager
Missoula, MT
I was tasked with oversight of most aspects of operations, including staff management (HR, hiring/disciplinary, payroll) and tenant and owner relations.I also lead projects to improve office efficiency through improvements using technology. I was in charge of IT, including website management and all in-office networking and troubleshooting. I oversaw the onboarding of new clients and their properties. I also helped ownership draft an official staff handbook for the first time since the company’s inception in 2009. I was laid off due to major staffing cutbacks at the beginning of the COVID-19 outbreak.
2016 - 2020
Co-Owner / General Manager
Sitka, AK
Owned and operated by my two brothers and me. Front of House General Manager; managed all inventory, hiring/training/disciplinary, scheduling, payroll. All advertisements and graphic design for menus and events. Setup all tech infrastructure including networking and POS systems. Sold the business during the fourth quarter of 2015.
2011 - 2015
EDUCATION
Google UX Design Certificate
Online
Completed rigorous training designed for entry-level job readiness. Over a seven course curriculum, topics included UX research fundamentals, inclusive design, wireframes and high-fidelity prototypes, and tools like Figma and Adobe XD. Completed hands-on projects and developed a portfolio with three projects. Click here for more details.
Aug 2022 - May 2023
High School Diploma
Wayland Academy, Beaver Dam, WI
Proctor, Student Board
1999
SKILLS
UX Design
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Agile methodology
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Information architecture
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Interaction design
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Prototyping
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Responsive web design
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UI/UX design
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Usability testing
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User centered design
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User research and user strategy
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User testing
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Wireframing
Programs
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Adobe XD
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Adobe Photoshop
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Adobe Premiere
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Figma
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Google Workspace
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Microsoft Office
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Sketch
Business
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Adaptability
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Collaboration
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Communication
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Creativity
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Customer service
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Decision-making
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Leadership
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Problem-solving
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Results-oriented
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Strategic thinking
