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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I hired Alfonso as a consultant to come in and work on some complex data visualizations. There was no design precedent set prior to his involvement and the data was very complex. Alfonso created the groundwork and initial concepts that grew into a student dashboard that was eventually featured in the New York Times to explain the concept of incorporating transparent competencies into a degree plan.
Steve Scofield Was Alfonso's Client at Capella University -
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 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 -
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 -
I had the pleasure of placing Alfonso at Martin Williams. His energy, passion for interactive, sense of humor and dedication to his work is outstanding. I would highly recommend Alfonso for other interactive positions and would entertain the opportunity to work with him again.
Jessie Novey, PHR Sr. HR Business Partner at C. H. Robinson -
Alfonso was a pleasure to work with, He has a keen eye for design and innovation as well as the ability to keep pushing the limits of his projects to make sure they exceed the expectations of his clients (which is a gift while under tight deadlines). I would highly recommend Alfonso.
Alex Garee Project Manager at Target -
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 -
I worked with Alfonso on an ecommerce team for a little over a year. From the moment he joined the team, Alfonso was ready to take on any challenge that came his way. He is a true leader in a business and user experience sense. Alfonso doesn't let tools define him, but he instead uses tools in innovative ways to solve problems for users. He mentored me for over a year and truly shaped the designer I am today. I would work with him again in a heartbeat. I would recommend him to anyone who wants to think in new ways, and create effective experiences for all users.
Barb Krueger Ux & Visual Designer -
Alfonso is one of the most talented user experience professionals that I've had the opportunity to work with. He truly understands UX is not just about shiny designs, but more about taking the time to have customer empathy, solve their pain points and deliver compelling experiences. Alfonso was also instrumental in helping push the team toward a true agile framework by supporting the team through user validation research, guerrilla testing and driving lean UX practices. He is a product managers best friend.
Robert Mews E-Commerce Product Manager