WES STäBLER

One decade of opening Photoshop files, and another decade of “team leadership.*

Objective

Seasoned designer with two decades of expertise across diverse industries. Committed to positively impacting the community through human-centered design, leadership, and strategy.

Experience

2024-present

Contractor for the US Department of Defense

for Georgia Career Navigator
  • Currently spearheading the design and development of a career exploration and workforce development platform for the US Department of Defense in partnership with the Governor’s Office of Georgia.
  • Designing a platform that guides users as they explore Georgia careers, empowering residents to make more informed career decisions.
  • By 2027, all Georgia public schools will use the platform, which will also be available to any resident seeking to change or advance their career.
2014-present

Military Contractor for the US Army

for Cadet Portfolio
  • Collaborated with pioneering EdTech innovators to design and develop a digital learning platform for the US Army’s jrotc program. Required for all 350k-plus cadets nationwide.
  • Collaborated with military leaders and educators to digitize the jrotc curriculum, facilitating the integration of educational and military training materials and assessments.
  • Developed the platform’s brand to align with military aesthetics while meeting stringent, government-set deadlines and quality demands
2020-present

Creative Director & Department Supervisor

for Freyja Environmental Sciences
  • Directed creative strategy for a large conglomerate and all of its subsidiaries, maintaining brand consistency across varied industries.
  • Managed the company's talented marketing team, which consisted of an SEO Specialist, a team of developers, a Videographer, a Social Media Expert, and an overseas design team.
2010-present

Founder, EdTech Designer & Brand Strategist

Company: STäBLER DESIGN STüDIO
  • Developed digital learning tools and platforms for clients in the EdTech industry.
  • Designed a variety of prototypes, each with its own unique user interface and branding, along with pitch decks, proposals, and other documentation for stakeholders.
  • Provided brand strategy for small businesses and startups in the region North of Atlanta.

Skills

EdTech Development

  • eLearning platform design
  • Accessibility standards compliance (wcag)
  • Student-focused ui/ux optimization

Creative /Technical Proficiency

  • Branding & Identity development
  • Ui/ux design for web & mobile platforms
  • Mastery of industry-standard design software
  • Front-end development: html & css basics
  • Content Management Systems
  • Prototyping & wireframing

Project & Team Management

  • Agile workflows and use of collaboration tools
  • Team leadership and management
  • Actively involved with a non-profit, serving as Creative & Digital Lead.

Awards & Recognition

  • Winner of a Charity Contest to benefit United Way (April 2022)
  • Creative Achievement Award from the Art Institute of Atlanta (June 2019)
  • Addy awarded from the American Advertising Awards (September 2018)
*Delegate: to entrust (a task or responsibility) to another person, typically one who is less senior than oneself.