Hello! I’m
Jose Medina, I design and build digital experiences that connect. I turn ideas into interfaces that work.
I thrive on the dynamic interplay between design and technology.
I’m Jose Medina, a senior designer and front-end developer with over 16 years shaping how people experience the digital and print world.
I blend design intuition with technical precision, crafting interfaces that don’t just look good but perform with purpose. From websites and apps to large-scale presentations and digital platforms, I translate complex ideas into experiences that feel effortless.
Analytical data guides my process and creativity fuels it. I connect insights, strategy, and emerging tech to build solutions that engage users and drive results.
Known for my versatility and leadership, I’ve led cross-functional teams, elevated brand narratives, and delivered work that consistently exceeds expectations. I thrive in collaborative spaces where imagination meets execution and every pixel has a purpose.
EXPERTISE
As a Front-End Developer, UI/UX Designer, and Senior Graphic Designer, I transform complex challenges into intuitive, results-driven experiences. I combine research, strategy, and design to craft solutions that serve both user needs and business goals with clarity and purpose.
DEVELOPMENT
B2B, B2C
Framework Proficiency
Testing and Debugging
Responsiveness
Analytical Thinking
DESIGN
Leadership and Mentorship
Expert Software Skills
Problem-Solving
Communication and Collaboration
Design Principles
UI/UX
User-Centered Design
Visual Design
Prototyping
Usability Testing
Information Architecture
SELECTED WORK
Explore some of my key projects, with more to discover in my full portfolio.
CITGO’s MDA Golf Microsite
A streamlined, user-friendly experience for all event information. Built as a one-page SharePoint site, it offers easy access to registration details, schedules, sponsorship opportunities, and more – all in one convenient location. This efficient design ensures a seamless experience for participants and supporters alike.
CITGO’s MDA Golf Email Design
Designed a branded email campaign that mirrored the microsite’s visual language, ensuring consistency across every touchpoint. The cohesive look and feel strengthened recognition and increased engagement among participants and sponsors.
CITGO’s GOOD TO GROW
This email campaign energized anticipation for CITGO’s annual trade show. Designed in Adobe XD and integrated with Salesforce, it combined bold visuals with concise, informative content to boost registration and build excitement leading up to the event.
CITGO’s Petroleum Corporate Website
Contributed to the redesign and development of CITGO Petroleum’s corporate website on the Kentico framework, improving both performance and user experience. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refresh the site’s visual design, manage content, and create custom graphics, ensuring a cohesive and engaging digital presence.
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY
Contributed to the ongoing development of DePaul University’s main website and program microsites, transitioning them into a modern SharePoint framework. Partnered with multiple departments to migrate content, streamline site architecture, and enhance usability across the university’s digital ecosystem.
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY GOOGLE SEARCH SERVER
Developed and refined DePaul’s local Google Search server using XML and XSLT to enhance search accuracy and data presentation. Integrated these improvements into the broader SharePoint transition, contributing to a faster, more unified digital experience for students and staff.
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