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Resume

I’m Jason Katzwinkel, a graphic designer and front-end developer focused on crafting intuitive, accessible, and results-oriented products.

Based in Tampa, Florida, I have experience delivering visually-impactful solutions for large organizations in structured, collaborative environments.

A black-and-white PDF resume is available here, or you can review my professional history below.

HTML
CSS
JavaScript
Figma
Blender

Contact Information

Jason Katzwinkel

312.208.9518

jason@katzwinkel.com

Tampa, Florida

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Professional Summary

Over fifteen years of experience designing and building concepts, print-ready goods and digital interfaces for enterprise-grade clients.

Core Skills

Front-End Development

HTML, JavaScript, React Hooks, Next.js

Front-End Concerns

Responsive Design, Accessibility (WCAG), Cross-Browser Compatibility, SEO Friendliness

Design

CSS, SASS, Figma, Affinity Suite

Tools & Platforms

GitHub, Bitbucket, Node.js, npm, webpack, VS Code, Docker, Vercel

CMS & Data

WordPress, PHP, MySQL, JSON-LD Schema, Structured Data

APIs & Data

REST APIs, JSON, Third-Party API Integration

Analytics & SEO

Google Analytics (GA4), Google Tag Manager, Google Search Console

Professional History

August 2017 through October 2025

Tampa Bay Times

Software Developer II
  • Designed and implemented responsive, accessible website features for a high-traffic news organization.
  • Worked with stakeholders to conceptualize, plan and realize features to meet internal company needs.
  • Performed A/B testing on web assets to optimize performance, engagement, and conversion metrics.
  • Provided stakeholders with data analysis of site trends, friction and possible courses of action.
2014 through 2017

Raymond James Financial

Art Director
  • Directed and managed the design workflow for print and digital marketing materials, including animated HTML5 ads, brochures, newsletters, presentations, convention display materials and reusable websites.
  • Conceived and produced graphic visual assets for use and reuse by franchisees under the Raymond James umbrella.
  • Worked with printers at their facilities to ensure quality on finished print runs.
2013 through 2014

FreightCenter

Senior Manager of Creative Services
  • Directed a small team of web and graphic designers to produce digital and visual assets aligned with brand standards and business objectives.
  • Designed and implemented website and application interfaces to enhance user engagement and support sales.
  • Conceptualized and executed creative strategies that evolved brand expression while maintaining consistency across all consumer and enterprise-facing channels.
2011 through 2013

13 Guys Named Ed

Co-owner
  • Designed and developed custom websites and print materials for small businesses and individual clients.
  • Collaborated with clients to gather requirements, translate brand identity into visual designs, and deliver solutions aligned with business goals.
  • Managed full project lifecycles from concept and mockups through deployment and post-launch support on tight schedules and budgets.
2008 through 2011

Freelance

Self-employed
  • Designed and developed custom websites and print materials for small businesses and individual clients.
  • Collaborated with clients to gather requirements, translate brand identity into visual designs, and deliver solutions aligned with business goals.
  • Managed full project lifecycles from concept and mockups through deployment and post-launch support on tight schedules and budgets.

Ancient History

2003 through 2008

Chicago Board of Trade

Brokerage Clerk
1997 through 2003

Chicago Sun-Times

Advertising Post-Production
1992 through 1997

Apex Automotive Warehouse

Stock Picker
1988 through 1992

Morton East High School

Graduate
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