Hello, I'm Natalie Mitchell.
Creative Frontend Developer & Senior Graphic Designer
Creative Front-End Developer and Graphic Designer with 20+ years of experience crafting responsive, user-focused websites and digital experiences. Proven success in increasing engagement, conversions, and sales through high-impact design, custom development, and e-commerce optimization. Collaborative leader with a strong foundation in branding, UI/UX, and cross-functional project execution.

Work Experience
NVM Design — Independent Consultant
San Diego, CA | Nov 2020 – Present
Developed responsive web solutions and e-commerce sites for over 300 beverage alcohol brands and small to mid-sized online retailers.
Delivered measurable sales improvements through user experience enhancements.
Notable premium designs: Chopin Family Reserve, Vera Wang x Chopin, Chopin Organic Vodka, American Harvest Vodka, American Harvest Beach Whiskey, Matic Cosmetics, and Kejo Wear.
DrJays.com — Senior Front-End Developer & Graphic Designer
San Diego, CA | Aug 2007 – Nov 2022
Led website UX initiatives resulting in a 21% increase in online sales.
Implemented responsive design that drove a 35% increase in mobile traffic.
Directed 2018 & 2019 website redesigns and 2021 cart-to-checkout flow overhaul.
Designed promotional campaigns, homepage content, and email marketing assets weekly.
Collaborated on brand development, photo shoots, and product merchandising.
Led ADA/WCAG compliance updates and front-end performance enhancements.
The Creative Group — Senior Web Designer
San Diego, CA | Jan 2014 – Oct 2014
Created custom websites for Faulkner Media Group clients.
Delivered clean, user-friendly web design tailored to client industries.
Operation Samahan, Inc. — Web Designer
National City, CA | Jan 2010 – May 2013
Led redesign of organization’s website and content management upgrades.
Launched the Trash Talkers Coalition site.
San Diego County Treasurer-Tax Collector — Graphic Designer / Tax Specialist
San Diego, CA | Jul 2000 – Nov 2005
Designed official property tax bills and department branding.
Produced marketing materials for annual auctions and bond symposiums.
Education
Master of Business Administration
University of Phoenix, San Diego – San Diego, California
Bachelor of Arts in Advertising
The Art Institute of California, San Diego – San Diego, California
Skills
Languages & Frameworks
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Liquid, PHP, jQuery, TTK, Bootstrap
Design Tools
- Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom, After Effects, Premiere Pro, Canva, Webflow, Dreamweaver, Acrobat, Nova
E-commerce & CMS Platforms
- Shopify, WordPress, Squarespace, WIX, Magento
Marketing Platforms
- Klaviyo, MailChimp, Constant Contact, Zoho Campaigns, Letterhead
Project Management
- ClickUp, Monday, Jira, NetSuite, Basecamp, Asana
Development Workflow
- Agile, Waterfall
- Version Control – Git, CVS
Design Expertise
- Branding, Email Design, Campaigns, Packaging, Infographics, Image Retouching
Hobbies
LEGO building, entomology, fabrication, indoor gardening, model making, origami, puzzling, bird watching