recent work
Here's what I've been up to.
strengths
Form follows function. There's nothing wrong with I like that or that looks great, but if you start with it works beautifully, everything else is a slam dunk.
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Data-Driven
Not everyone knows how to leverage data to inform design decisions without sacrificing creative innovation. I do.
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Responsive-Minded
User interfaces have always been a product of human-centric design. It's why HTML, CSS and the web itself are responsive.
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Visually Literate
A strong graphic background helps me communicate form efficiently and powerfully, without losing focus on function.
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Lean
I'm well versed in iterative process and how to seamlessly weave design into fast product development cadences.
testimonials
Some nice things happy customers have shared about my work.
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Alfonso is an incredibly conscientious designer who not only created a great campaign but also checked in each day on the progress of the execution and any challenges that had arisen. He is a true partner!
Andrea Vogel Project Manager at Target -
Alfonso is creative, smart & extremely talented. On numerous occasions he brought ideas to the table that no one had considered. He thinks beyond just what looks right, or what works right. He’s excellent at seeing the big picture.
Tim Pekarna Lead Product Owner at Target.com -
I worked with Alfonso on a large elearning project. Alfonso brought a positive passion to the project and was a pleasure to work with. He clearly understands how to leverage the unique capabilities of Interactive. Further, his elegant designs took the project to new levels. I highly recommend Alfonso.
David Latour Backend Developer -
Alfonso is an inspirational UX/Ix Designer with strong work ethic. I have learned a lot about LeanUX, design, usability, and the creative process from working with him. He pulls from a mix of instinct, user intuition, and keen eye for what works. I’m sure we will see many great things come from Alfonso in the future, he is a rock star!
Evelyn Quinn Product Leader -
Smart designer, great attention to detail, great member of our team.
Aaron Kirscht Senior Copywriter at Target -
I had the pleasure of working with Alfonso on Bluestem Brand’s e-commerce site re-design and platform migration. I was the program manager for the initiative and Alfonso was our director of design. Alfonso is an expert in his field and provided fantastic direction to a team of designers, both in house and contracted. With Alfonso’s expertise and guidance, the design team delivered a style guide and a complete set of content for the new e-commerce site on time and within budget.
Mary Hodapp Was Director of Program Management at Bluestem Brands -
Alfonso’s design sensibility, creative energy and social finesse lend him to be an industry leader/innovator.
James Schneider Jr. Was Creative Director at Target
Alfonso’s design expertise is well seasoned and mature. Truly a keystone creative. -
I worked as an interactive designer under the watch of Alfonso at StoneArch Creative. Alfonso is one of the most energetic and creative individuals I have ever worked with. In the short scope of a few months I learned an amazing amount about design theory and interactive design from Alfonso. Alfonso is a fun, hard-working and intensively creative individual and a pleasure to work with.
Leif W. Nelson Technical Lead at IMDB -
Alfonso is the real deal: a UX designer who actually listens to users and crafts experiences that cater to their needs, an Agile collaborator who moves fast and enhances the work of everyone on his team, and a hilarious motherf***er who’s a joy to work with. I’ve personally partnered with him on projects ranging from micro-interactions to enterprise-scale content management systems, and I can tell you: if you want a creator who can think big without missing the details, you’re going to want Alfonso on your team.
Nathan McIntyre UX Architect, Best Buy -
Alfonso excels at growing design teams - he is able to find talented people and has the knowledge and care to help build their skills.
Brandon Anderson Director of Proudct. eCommerce at Bluestem Brands