Balentine Stern

I’m a digital designer & developer with over 5 years of experience crafting immersive, high-performance web and AR experiences. My expertise spans UX/UI design, front-end development, making me a one-stop shop for all your web needs!

What I Do Best

✔ Web Development: WordPress, Shopify, Webflow

✔ UX/UI Design: Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, wireframing & prototyping

✔ Augmented Reality (AR): Interactive experiences using Adobe Aero

✔ SEO & Performance Optimization: Ensuring fast, responsive, and ADA-compliant websites

✔ Project Leadership: Managing creative teams and delivering high-quality projects on time

I thrive in fast-paced, creative environments, balancing multiple projects while ensuring top-notch quality. Whether it's designing pixel-perfect interfaces, building high-converting landing pages, or creating immersive AR experiences, I bring a user-first approach to every project.

Frontend Web Developer

AREA15, Las Vegas, NV | November 2022 – September 2024

• Developed and deployed end-to-end website launches, including custom code
• Designed, maintained, and utilized template pages, modules, et al.; optimizing build times
• Utilized performance optimization techniques to enhance page load times and reduce bounce rates
• Modified website versions for A/B testing while ensuring proper tracking and reporting of test performance and outcomes
• Able to articulate design decisions clearly and collaborate effectively with cross-departmental teams
• Configured and deployed third-party APIs to enhance usability with Google Maps, ticketure, opentable, etc 

Freelance, Remote | 2019 – Present 

• Designed, developed, and deployed customized websites, ensuring responsive layouts
• Created design systems to maintain consistency across products/brands
• Implemented client feedback during design stage without compromising brand standards
• Conducted research, ability testing, and apply findings to improve design outcomes
• Proficiency with Chrome DevTools and browser debugging
• Resolved browser conflicts, resulting in seamless performance across devices/browsers
• Up to date on industry trends and best practices relevancy

Numerous certificates from Google and codeSignal.