Shane Clevenger

UX :: Strategy :: Leadership :: Design

OBJECTIVE & SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Currently I'm seeking a responsible and challenging position in a growth oriented company where my experience and skills will significantly contribute to the overall success of the organization.

  • 20 years collectively of advertising agencies and in-house
  • Success establishing, mentoring and managing teams, including remote and offshore
  • Strong understanding of design principles and UX/UI strategies
  • Ability to influence and solicit buy-in with stakeholders and business leadership
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams as well as the greater UX team throughout the design process
  • Proven ability leading and advocating ‘Design Thinking’ workshops and methodologies
  • Expert level skills in Adobe CS, Figma and other associated design tools
  • Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript
  • Process oriented working within an agile methodology
  • Road map prioritization
  • Entrepreneurial approach to innovative discovery initiatives
  • Knowledgeable of emerging technologies and the latest UX trends
  • Comfortable making decisions in a deadline driven environment
  • Guide and validate design decisions through analytics and research

EDUCATION

Texas A&M Commerce
Communication Design (UX/UI emphasis), 2006
Masters Degree

University of North Texas
Communication Design, 2001
Bachelor Degree



EMPLOYMENT

State Farm
UX Creative Director

Data-based decisions that are rooted in the customer and point to the future. Inspiring, guiding and serving as a foundation for the future digital experiences and product planning. Saved over 15 million annually on call center dependency by developing self-serve solutions.

OCTOBER 2021 - PRESENT

Verizon
UX Lead

Primary focus on eCommerce opportunities and syncing onshore and offshore teams. Leading strategic innovation with data-based decisions using VOC, metrics and analysis. Resulting in increased sales of accessories by over 40%.

FEBUARY 2017 - OCTOBER 2021

ADT Security Systems
UX Lead

Successfully established date-based, customer first UX team, including processes and efficiencies. Effectively worked with product and business partners to develop HCI driven efforts. Developed call center software that reduced 5-week training to 1-week and increased retention by over 25%.

AUGUST 2015 - FEBUARY 2017

Contract Consultant
UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

I empowered these agencies and brands to surpass their business objectives and achieve remarkable success: American Airlines, Insider Marketing, Cleverworks, Vertis Communications, KF&B Advertising, Match.com, TPN, BSA, GDD Interactive, Wisteria, Numantra, MarkUSA and RocketRed

JANUARY 2009 - AUGUST 2015

PowerPact
Sr. Art Director/Sr. UX Designer

Retail design including packaging, promotions and many new business pitches.
Clients: Sony, Susan G. Komen, Proctor & Gamble, Bonterra.

APRIL 2007 - JANUARY 2009

Levenson
Art Director/UX Designer

Ad Campaigns, outdoor, direct mail, POP, logos, trade shows, websites, eBlast, web banners, rebranding, infographics, etc.
Clients: One Arts Plaza, Bestway RTO, RU Vodka, Gordons, Aaron Brothers.

JANUARY 2006 - APRIL 2007

MEplusYOU (formerly imc2)
UX/UI Designer

Responsible for websites, micro sites, and web banners.
Clients: Prilosec, Levitra, anything P&G.

OCTOBER 2005 - JANUARY 2006

SRJ Marketing Communication
Creative Director

I was responsible for a small energetic creative team at this boutique agency, including budgeting, press checks, digital assets, client presentations and final deliverables.
Clients: Henjum Goucher, NIA Insurance, Magnolia Medical Staffing to name a few.

JUNE 2002 - OCTOBER 2005

KWGC
Art Director/Graphic Artist

Annual reports, collateral, ad campaigns, logos, posters, trade shows, websites, direct mail, and packaging.
Clients: American Airlines Cargo, Sourcecorp, PGA and others.

SEPTEMBER 2001 - JUNE 2002



CERTIFICATES

NN/g
Design Thinking

JUNE 2019

Standford d.school
Design Thinking

JANUARY 2017

Agile ICP
Agile fundamentals

JUNE 2017



SELECTED WORKS

State Farm

State Farm has been instrumental in perfecting my design thinking workshop skills, particularly in the areas of research and prioritizing the customer's needs. I've gained invaluable expertise in crafting compelling success stories to present to leadership. State Farm's commitment to excellence has truly elevated my ability to showcase the value of design thinking in driving organizational success.

UX/UI

Verizon

Verizon, a renowned leader in UX innovation, has been instrumental in shaping my knowledge and skills. I developed an entrepreneurial spirit by identifying opportunities to drive sales. Through data-driven design decisions, I consistently achieved year-over-year growth in accessory and device sales. I led the development of an AR shopping experience and personalized chatbot solutions, which enhanced the customer experience and increased conversions.

UX/UI

ADT

Led cross-functional collaboration with upper management to establish a high-performing lean UX team. Spearheaded the development and implementation of a streamlined UX agile process, encompassing essential elements such as usability testing, DEV demos, effective communications and approval workflows for seamless hand-off to the development team

UX/UI

MyADT

Before the merger from Protection One, I achieved significant successes in enhancing call center operations and optimizing existing customer portals..

UX/UI

American Airlines

Prior to the merger with US Airways, I played a pivotal role in revitalizing the user experience through a comprehensive rebranding initiative. Harnessing the power of the new brand, I spearheaded the creation of an internal pattern guide, setting the foundation for consistent design elements. The implementation of this guide not only boosted operational efficiencies but also led to a notable reduction in inconsistencies across the UX taxonomy.

UX/UI

Room Key

Employed a data-driven approach to iteratively design and refine an enhanced user experience, leveraging insights gathered from numerous usability tests. This meticulous process yielded impressive outcomes, including notable surge in website traffic and a remarkable reduction in drop-off rates, surpassing established goals and exceeding expectations.

UX/UI

RadioShack

As a UX consultant, I played a pivotal role in driving positive transformations for renowned brands like RadioShack and Pep Boys by conducting comprehensive UX audits and effectively identifying key issues. Through meticulous analysis, I captured crucial enhancements that significantly improved brand consistency and overall user experience for these companies

UX/UI

Boy Scouts of America

The dynamic nature of the work for the Boy Scouts encompassed a wide range of fast-paced projects, both in digital and print. Notably, my design concept was chosen for the prestigious annual report. Building upon this success, I was entrusted with overseeing numerous subsequent projects.

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

Allied Insurance

I enjoyed creating award-winning campaigns for Allied Insurance, elevating their brand presence and setting them apart from competitors. These impactful campaigns played an important role in establishing Allied Insurance as the preferred choice for credit unions. Through strategic messaging and targeted marketing efforts, I helped successfully position Allied Insurance as a trusted industry leadere.

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

Bank of America

During some challenging economic times, I played a key role in developing and implemeting strategic solutions that proved instrumental in preserving and enhancing the image and reputation of Bank of America. These efforts enabled Bank of America to navigate through turbulent times, maintaining its position as a trusted financial institution and laying a foundation for future success.

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

Match.com

Match.com provided me with one of my earliest opportunities to appreciate the value of usability testing. This enabled me to delve deeper into the inticacies of optimizing user experiences. Also, this experience further solidified my understanding of the importance of UX agile processes and cross-functional collaboration to achieve successful outcomes.

UX/UI

Sony

Managing the Sony account was an exhilarating experience characterized by fast-paced demands and a high level of precision. The nature of the account necessitated meticulous attention to detail, ensuring strict adherence to guidelines while also pushing the boundaries with innovative and unconventional ideas.

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

Greatwide, Dallas Ad League, Bestway

Ad agencies remain a highlight in my career. Working within client budgets taught me the art of resourcefulness and strategic solutions. Big ideas, my efforts and positive results always evoked a deep sense of accomplishment. Agencies expanded my skill set and reinforced my passion to deliver successful outcomes.

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

Proctor & Gamble

I helped create numerous animated digital promotions for P&G. This invaluable experience honed my expertise in the art of crafting simple yet impactful animations, while navigating the specific size and scale limitations of digital platforms. This expanded my technical skills and instilled a deep appreciation for the importance of thoughtful design and effective storytelling.

UX/UI

TGI Fridays

Designing logos brings me immense joy, as it allows me to combine my creativity with strategic thinking. I appreciate the significance a well-designed logo holds for a brand. I approach logo design with utmost care, ensuring that each element is thoughtfully crafted to resonate with the target audience.

Advertising/Marketing

The Burke Company

I built the campaign around The Burke Company's popular yard signs. I also rebranded a clean, fun and professional website that served as a portfolio to showcase before and after renovations. The owner was beyond pleased with the results and increased business, it was a huge success for a local company.

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

Picasso Dream

I designed this book cover pro-bono based on a story about a female soldier that lost a friend to suicide and later struggles with reality. The website was used to promote the book and help bring awareness and prevention to suicide.

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

Alan Hodges Associates

"We needed a brochure and we needed a pretty quick turnaround. Shane was able to provide a high quality professional, informative brochure within our tight deadline. I appreciate the great work he did for my firm."  — Alan Hodges

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

Revolution Ropes

“Being able to rely on Shane has been a load off my mind because he really does operate as a member of the Revolution Ropes team.”  — Sandy Stephens

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

I designed this campaign for Maine Root that creates organic root beer. My concept, plays off of the organic benefit and Main Roots culture out of Austin, Texas.

UX/UI/Advertising/Marketing

One Arts Plaza, Glazers Distributers, Magnolia Medical Staffing, Henjum Goucher Court Reporting, NIA Insurance and more...

Over the years I've been responsible for many websites from smaller to larger fortune 500 companies.

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Advertising/Marketing

Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to begin my journey in smaller companies and gradually progress to working with some of the most prominent brands globally. This diverse experience has equipped me with valuable insights into the inner workings of both large-scale enterprises and small businesses, proving immensely beneficial in various aspects.

While the above is merely a glimpse into my professional endeavors, I hope it provides you with a general overview of my extensive background.

If you're interested in learning more about my current approach, I would be delighted to offer a presentation featuring a selection of recent use cases. This will give you a comprehensive understanding of my methods and capabilities.

I'm excited for the opportunity to meet with you in the near future.

Thank you.



Advertising/Marketing



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