Hi, I'm David Schiehsl, a seasoned front-end developer and graphic designer with 14 years of experience crafting visually appealing and high-performance websites and graphics. Currently, I serve as a Web Designer at Dealeron, a leading provider of automotive marketing solutions, supporting over 5,000 dealerships across the U.S., Mexico, and South America.
Previously, I was a Front-End Web Developer at Internet Brands, a Fortune 500 company serving over 250 million monthly visitors in the automotive, health, legal, and travel industries. I started my career as a Community Manager at Santy ICT, an online community that engaged with thousands of daily users.
In addition to my professional work, I’m passionate about exploring the outdoors, playing video games, and traveling. I've journeyed through Europe multiple times and visited nearly every state in the U.S.
I am confident that I have the skills necessary to deliver complete design solutions that exceed all of your expectations, then transfer those designs into fully-functioning, beautifully crafted, and engaging websites. With hands-on management experience, I’m equipped to oversee projects from concept to completion.
My Résumé Contact MeCurrently part of the Creative Solutions team, responsible for the conceptualization and design of homepages, custom landing pages, and advanced web projects. Frequently involved in the design and launch of Lead Science websites, driving engagement and conversions for clients. Work includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic, data-driven designs that align with client goals and enhance the overall user experience. Consistently focused on innovation, problem-solving, and delivering visually compelling web solutions in a fast-paced environment.
Built upon the foundational experience gained as a Junior Web Designer by taking ownership of side projects and creating advanced custom pages for dealership clients. Worked closely with clients and internal teams to deliver tailored web solutions, focusing on improving site aesthetics and functionality. Leveraged expertise in responsive design, ensuring optimal performance across all devices. Engaged in cross-department collaboration to streamline workflows and improve efficiency in the design process.
Collaborated within the Design Support team, providing web and graphic design solutions to a diverse portfolio of automotive dealership clients. Responsible for maintaining and updating dealership websites using HTML5, CSS3, jQuery, and JavaScript, while ensuring compliance with branding standards. Frequently utilized Adobe Creative Suite to create custom graphics, banners, and other visual assets, consistently delivering high-quality work on tight deadlines. Assisted in troubleshooting design-related issues and implemented front-end enhancements for improved user experience.
Contributed to a range of design and development projects for Auto Credit Express (ACE), a subsidiary of Internet Brands. Responsibilities included web design, mockup creation, brand identity development, and various graphic design tasks. Created and optimized email templates and other visual assets to enhance marketing efforts. Frequently employed responsive design principles, utilizing Bootstrap and WordPress to deliver engaging, user-friendly websites across devices. Collaborated closely with stakeholders to ensure designs aligned with brand standards and client expectations.
Led the management of a vibrant community consisting of over 200 staff and more than 5,000 active weekly users, working alongside four other managers. Mentored and served as team leader to junior members, fostering growth and collaboration within the team. Partnered with advertising and promotion managers to strategize and execute campaigns for various products and services. Played a key role in managing product launches, content releases, and the development of engaging social media content. Spearheaded the creation of innovative product solutions based on a deep understanding of user needs, driving engagement and satisfaction.
