Christopher K Wright
Riverside
Summary
Creative Design Consultant with expertise in developing compelling visual concepts across diverse industries. Leverages software tools and artistic techniques to deliver projects that enhance brand identity and engage audiences. Solves complex design challenges efficiently, resulting in impactful visual narratives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Design Consultant
Independent Design Consultant
01.2025 - Current
- Partnered with startups and growth-stage organizations to define UX strategy, brand positioning, and scalable visual systems that enhance user engagement.
- Developed cohesive design direction aligning user experience with business and growth objectives, ensuring consistency across all platforms.
- Led end-to-end execution of web, product, and campaign initiatives that improved alignment with client goals.
Senior UX Designer
WellSky
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Led UX initiatives across enterprise healthcare platforms serving thousands of clinical and operational users.
- Refined workflows, conducted usability testing, and redesigned interfaces to increase user engagement by 30%.
- Built and maintained scalable design systems in Figma to standardize UI patterns across product lines.
- Designed accessible, responsive web and mobile experiences aligned with WCAG standards.
- Collaborated with product, engineering, and data teams to develop intuitive data visualization tools that enhanced user understanding.
Creative Director
Jack from Brooklyn
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Established brand voice, visual language, and multi-channel creative direction, ensuring cohesive identity from concept through national distribution.
- Developed and directed brand ecosystem for nationally recognized artisanal spirits company, enhancing market presence and consumer engagement.
- Led UX and visual strategy for e-commerce initiatives, increasing online sales by 40%.
- Earned 15+ national design awards for identity, packaging, and campaign execution.
Lead UI/UX Designer
Lazarus Software Corp
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Led UX and UI design for healthcare and legal software applications, enhancing user experience and accessibility.
- Conducted user research and usability testing, informing product strategy and aligning design with user needs.
- Managed concurrent design initiatives, ensuring high execution quality and timely delivery of design projects.
Art Director
New York Agencies
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Led creative direction for multiple advertising campaigns across diverse media channels.
- Directed digital experiences and interactive campaigns for healthcare and Fortune 1000 brands, enhancing user engagement and brand visibility for clients like Bristol-Myers Squibb and Forbes.
- Developed expertise in brand systems and digital strategy, crafting UX-centered storytelling that strengthened brand narratives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative design concepts and solutions.
- Oversaw visual branding strategies to ensure consistency across all platforms and materials.
Education
MFA - Graphic Design
Savannah College of Art & Design
Savannah, GAMA - Graphic Design
Savannah College of Art & Design
Savannah, GABFA - Communication Arts
Virgina Commonwealth University
Richmond, VASkills
- UX strategy and interaction design
- User research
- User journey mapping
- Service design
- Content strategy
- Design systems (Figma)
- Prototyping and iteration
- Responsive web and mobile design
- Accessibility (WCAG)
- Data visualization
- Brand identity and visual systems
- Digital marketing strategy
- Design operations
- Execution and collaboration
- Cross-functional partnership
- Concept to launch
Websites
Awards And Affiliations
- AAF Inland Empire ADDYs (11x)
- Adobe 'Site of the Day' (3x)
- AIGA Orange County, President
Timeline
Independent Design Consultant
Independent Design Consultant
01.2025 - Current
Senior UX Designer
WellSky
01.2020 - 01.2025
Creative Director
Jack from Brooklyn
01.2019 - 01.2025
Lead UI/UX Designer
Lazarus Software Corp
01.2016 - 01.2018
Art Director
New York Agencies
01.2005 - 01.2010
MFA - Graphic Design
Savannah College of Art & Design
MA - Graphic Design
Savannah College of Art & Design
BFA - Communication Arts
Virgina Commonwealth University