About Ben Miles

I've spent the last twenty years working in the fields of graphic design and full-stack web development, in and around Central Florida.

I started my career as a graphic designer, but I was always interested in the technical side of things. I taught myself how to make web sites, and eventually made the switch to a full-stack web development role.

I've freelanced, started my own web and print design company, lead design and production departments in an international print shop chain, and developed a variety of new and legacy applications in multiple web agencies.

Combining my design and programming skills, I create web applications that look great and function intuitively.

Outside of work, you'll most likely find me gardening, homebrewing, or screen printing.

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Experience

  • Art Director & Web Developer

    • Developed web apps, static sites, logos and marketing materials for 90+ therapy practices.
    • Took charge in client-facing meetings to consistently ensure expectations were met or exceeded, and that deliverables were handed in on or ahead of schedule.
    • Added Google Ads management to our services through self-guided learning and certification, concurrently managing 30+ campaigns.
    • Key Achievement: Directed our team in the restructuring and rebranding of iTherapy into two new sub-brands, doubling the size of our client base from 2020 to 2021.

  • Art Director & Web Developer

    • Developed web apps, static sites, logos and marketing materials for 90+ therapy practices.
    • Took charge in client-facing meetings to consistently ensure expectations were met or exceeded, and that deliverables were handed in on or ahead of schedule.
    • Added Google Ads management to our services through self-guided learning and certification, concurrently managing 30+ campaigns.
    • Key Achievement: Directed our team in the restructuring and rebranding of iTherapy into two new sub-brands, doubling the size of our client base from 2020 to 2021.

  • Web Developer, Graphic Designer

    • furryLogic
    • Cocoa Village, FL
    • Nov 2015 - May 2018
    • Planned, designed, built and maintained static websites and interactive web applications for clients spanning a diverse array of industries.
    • Trained a new junior programmer in best practices.
    • Worked efficiently both solo and as a team, closing up to a dozen tickets daily.
    • Key Achievement: Transformed an intimidating list of state cybersecurity laws into an engaging and interactive map tool, significantly improving the conversion rate of our client’s sales page.

  • Graphic Designer, Pre-Press Specialist

    • Oversaw intake, design, printing, production, bindery and installation of print collateral.
    • Balanced time spent across an average of 20 client projects a day.
    • Represented our company at weekly Business Networking International meetings.
    • Key Achievement: Pioneered our franchise’s entrance into the large-format and durable signage industry, leading to a significant increase in sales in a previously uncaptured market.

  • Owner, Graphic Designer, Web Developer

    • Incorporated and ran a successful print and web design business with a physical storefront.
    • Offered a curated selection of in-demand goods and services to meet the needs of the community, including business cards, vinyl signs, screenprinted textiles, and websites.
    • Built a client base of over 100 local businesses and individuals.
    • Key Achievement: Built my own four-color rotary screenprinting press from lumber and common hardware, saving at least $2700 in equipment costs.

Education

  • Bachelors of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

    • Key Achievement: Led a team in designing and pitching “Up Close & Gross,” a children’s book about insects. The book was published by Scholastic Inc and sold at Scholastic Book Fairs internationally.

  • Associates of Arts with a Concentration in Design

Skills

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Software