Michael Sammons
About Michael Sammons
Michael Sammons is a UX Design & Development Supervisor at Oriental Trading Company, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in UX design and development, with a background in various roles across multiple companies, primarily in the ecommerce sector.
Current Role at Oriental Trading Company
Michael Sammons serves as the UX Design & Development Supervisor at Oriental Trading Company, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's focus on enhancing user experience in the ecommerce sector. Based in Omaha, Nebraska, he oversees design and development initiatives aimed at improving the usability and accessibility of the company's online platforms.
Previous Experience in UX Development
Before his current role, Michael Sammons worked at Oriental Trading Company as a Senior UX Developer from 2021 to 2022. His career in UX development also includes a position at Omaha Steaks as a UX Developer from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, he spent three years at Oriental Trading Company as a UX Developer from 2018 to 2021, where he focused on creating user-friendly web experiences.
Educational Background
Michael Sammons studied at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Advertising from 2006 to 2010. His education provided a foundation in marketing principles and design, which he has applied throughout his career in various roles related to user experience and web development.
Skills and Expertise
Michael possesses strong skills in various programming languages relevant to front-end web development. He has expertise in creating fully accessible web designs that comply with WCAG and Section 508 standards. His background includes a demonstrated history of enhancing user experience specifically within the ecommerce industry.
Early Career and Internships
Michael's early career included various roles that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Marketing Intern at Godfather's Pizza in 2009 and as an Art Director Intern at Bozell in 2010. He also held positions at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, including Associate Director of Marketing and Front End Developer, where he gained valuable experience in marketing and web development.