- Introduction
Digital Creative Based in Southern California
With a background in marketing, graphic design, and web development, I create clean, effective digital experiences that prioritize both form and function. From building responsive websites to developing visual identities, I focus on thoughtful design and practical solutions. I enjoy bridging creative and technical work to solve real problems and build things people actually want to use.
Design, Develop, Dream.
Have a website, app, or brand you’re looking to bring to life or improve? Let’s connect and build something that not only looks great but also works seamlessly. I’m always open to new collaborations.
Who am I?
Hello, I’m Sammy Alvarado—a proud United States Marine Veteran with a passion for creative problem-solving through design and technology. What began as a way to help my family better navigate the digital world has grown into a career centered on building user-friendly digital experiences.Today, I bring a well-rounded skill set that blends web development, graphic design, and marketing. I’ve built full-stack web and mobile applications using tools like ReactJS, SwiftUI, and JavaScript, while also working with Microsoft SQL to improve data structures and workflows. Alongside my technical background, I’ve developed a strong eye for visual design and branding, helping teams create cohesive and engaging user experiences that not only look great but also communicate clearly.My journey started in a fast-paced startup environment focused on iOS development, where I sharpened my ability to build clean, responsive mobile interfaces. Since then, I’ve expanded into front-end and marketing design, allowing me to contribute across both technical and creative roles.I’m always open to connecting, whether it’s a quick Zoom chat or an in-person meetup. Let’s talk design, development, or anything in between.
Projects
Morales Landscape Management
I designed and built the website for Morales Landscape Management using Carrd.io, enhanced with custom code to expand functionality and create a more tailored user experience. The site features a clean, mobile-friendly layout, detailed service sections, and easy-to-use contact forms, giving the company a professional and accessible online presence that reflects its craftsmanship and reliability.
Tech Stack
HTML
CSS
WeVidIt, Inc
WeVidit is a native iOS, Android and web application that allow users to upload video projects to an immersive investment marketplace. The app was created for the entertainment industry. I worked as one of two principal iOS developers to build the project from the ground up. I had a direct impact on design decisions and was able to build a functional MVP within 3 months. The following tech stack was used to build this project.
iOS Tech Stack
Swift
SwiftUI
UIKit
WebKit
AVKit
Apollo GraphQL
GitHub
GitHub is a lifesaver of a tool. It's essential when you're a developer, as it allows you to capture the history of your work (and there's so much in today's world that can be lost with each update). It's also super convenient if you need to quickly find things again later. I love working on projects, and thanks to tools like GitHub, I have the ability to show off the work I've accomplished here on my portfolio!
Prior Work
At the City of Los Angeles Controller’s Office, I supported public-facing digital initiatives by helping maintain and update web content, designing visual materials, and contributing to community outreach projects. My work focused on improving access to financial data and public resources through clear communication, design, and user-friendly digital tools.
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At Noritz, I supported the marketing team by coordinating campaigns, managing digital content, and providing administrative support to executive leadership. I helped streamline communication between departments, assisted with trade show logistics, and contributed to marketing materials that promoted our tankless water heater products across North America.
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I created engaging how-to videos and tech tip content to help customers and technicians better understand product installation and maintenance.
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I also contributed to the company blog, writing articles that highlighted product features, industry insights, and customer success stories, making technical information more accessible and user-friendly.
I managed and created content for social media platforms to boost brand visibility and engagement. This included designing graphics, writing captions, scheduling posts, and analyzing performance metrics to refine strategy. My focus was on creating consistent, visually appealing content that aligned with brand goals and resonated with target audiences.
Employed the Axios library to manage HTTP requests and guaranteed their successful execution by leveraging third-party services like Postman.
Enhanced code robustness by implementing preventive measures using React Props and PropTypes, effectively mitigating the introduction of bugs or errors.
Applied Agile principles to daily stand-ups, fostering active dynamic collaboration with colleagues, and conducted weekly code reviews through PRs. This ensured elevated code quality and adherence to project timelines.
Yellow Brick Financial
The YellowBrick Financial platform provides an extensive range of services, encompassing life insurance, 401k plans, annuities, and comprehensive financial planning solutions.
Effectively integrated the Google Analytics 4 API, creating a seamless linkage between internal company API CRUD services and a tailored React Analytical Admin component.
Enhanced system functionality through the implementation of dynamic React components to provide user access to a wide range of analytical metrics, encompassing user interaction, average user sessions, and crucial demographic data.
Strengthened code security by implementing secured routing, effectively preventing unauthorized users from accessing sensitive user analytical information.
Engineered customized API services using C# within the .Net framework, streamlining the generation of specialized analytical data reports.
MONEFI
MoneFi leverages AI-driven technologies to offer an innovative platform featuring an intuitive borrower-lending matching system, enabling customers to discover the best loans for various needs.
Enhanced user experience by integrating a dynamic React component customized for a multi-user role dashboard, showcasing personalized data such as proposal information, loan applications, and convenient quick links to various site sections.
Developed supplementary components and personalized email templates to facilitate password reset requests for users.
Revamped and enhanced pre-existing stored procedures within Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SMS) to enable secure end-user password reset and modification functionality.
Implemented server-side data validation for modifying user credentials through internal API services using C# within the .NET framework, effectively curbing end-user errors and fortifying security against potential attacks.
NaLu
NaLu is a surf based-community App that allows users to share real-time surf reports in local regions. Furthermore, allowing users to share social-media style posts such as images, videos, and custom local pins. To learn more, download the App today!
NaLu
NaLu originates from a Hawaiian phrase meaning Surging Surf, Wave. This meaning not only encompasses the community of the App but empowers users to seek out new adventures.
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