Hello! I'm
Jose Medina, I design and build digital experiences that connect. From web and product interfaces to event graphics and presentations that perform.
I blend design and technology to build experiences that connect, perform, and endure.
I’m Jose Medina, a senior designer and front-end developer with over 16 years of experience shaping how people engage with ideas across digital, print, and live environments.
I blend design intuition with technical precision to craft interfaces and visual systems that don’t just look good, they perform with purpose. From websites and applications to large-scale presentations and on-site event graphics, I translate complex ideas into experiences that feel clear, cohesive, and intentional.
My work is guided by data and driven by creativity. I connect insights, strategy, and emerging technology to build solutions that engage audiences, support decision-making, and deliver measurable results.
I bring versatility and leadership to every project, collaborating across disciplines, elevating brand narratives, and supporting high-stakes moments where clarity matters most. Whether designing for a single user or an entire room, I believe every pixel has a job to do.
EXPERTISE
As a Front-End Developer, UI/UX Designer, and Senior Graphic Designer, I transform complex challenges into clear, intuitive experiences. I combine research, strategy, and design to create solutions that perform across screens, presentations, and live environments while serving both users and business goals.
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.
IACEA WEBSITE REDESIGN
Redesigned and developed a modern WordPress website for the Illinois Adult and Continuing Educators Association (IACEA), replacing an outdated digital presence with a more intuitive, accessible, and responsive experience. I reorganized the site architecture to make membership, programs, advocacy, events, scholarships, and professional resources easier to navigate while integrating membership services to better support the organization and its statewide community.
The original IACEA website can be viewed at
https://www.iacea.net/, while the redesigned, launch ready website can be viewed at https://w6c.a45.mytemp.website/.
I received permission from the client to showcase the new site as part of my portfolio prior to its official launch.
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