Kirsten Swanson
About Kirsten Swanson
Kirsten Swanson is the Lead UI/UX Developer at Brandfolder, where she has worked since 2020 after previously serving as a UI/UX Developer from 2017 to 2020. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from Arizona State University and a Certificate in Front-End Engineering from Turing School of Software & Design.
Current Role as Lead UI/UX Developer
Kirsten Swanson serves as the Lead UI/UX Developer at Brandfolder, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees the design and user experience aspects of the company's projects. Her responsibilities include leading design initiatives and ensuring that user interfaces are both functional and visually appealing. She utilizes her expertise in design tools such as Sketch and InVision to create effective user experiences.
Experience at Brandfolder
Kirsten Swanson previously worked at Brandfolder as a UI/UX Developer from 2017 to 2020. During her time in this role, she contributed to various projects, including leading the migration of the marketing website from a Rails app to a Next.js app. This transition improved the website's performance and user experience, showcasing her technical skills and leadership in UI/UX development.
Educational Background
Kirsten Swanson studied at Arizona State University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from 2007 to 2010. She later attended the Turing School of Software & Design, obtaining a Certificate in Front-End Engineering from 2016 to 2017. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in both marketing principles and technical skills necessary for a career in UI/UX development.
Previous Work Experience
Before her roles at Brandfolder, Kirsten Swanson worked in various positions that contributed to her skill set. She served as an Engineering Technician at American Eagle Energy Corporation from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she worked as a Software Developer at BausCode for five months in 2017 and as a Front-End Developer at Turing School of Software & Design for seven months in 2016 to 2017. She also spent a year as an English Instructor at Joongbu University in Korea from 2012 to 2013.
Skills and Interests
Kirsten Swanson is proficient in modern JavaScript frameworks, including React and Next.js, and has experience in SEO optimizations and implementing WAI-ARIA for accessibility. She is passionate about creating memorable user experiences and enjoys writing blogs to assist other developers. Additionally, she has a strong interest in learning about different cultures and enjoys traveling to experience diverse environments and cuisines.