UX Designer & Website Manager

Creating Digital
Experiences That Matter

Your next digital project, built right. From UX research and wireframing to live e-commerce and community websites, every decision is grounded in real user insight and designed to perform.

Gordonsville, VA
10% Traffic Growth · 81+ Performance Scores
Figma · Shopify · GoDaddy
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Design that puts
your users first

Julianna Garrett, UX Designer, smiling in an orange jacket outdoors

Background

With 5+ years across UX design, web development, e-commerce, and digital strategy, this work is built around one goal: giving your users a digital experience they actually enjoy. Projects range from health and wellness apps to community business websites and luxury e-commerce storefronts, each one grounded in thorough research and built to convert.

Skills

UX & Design
Wireframing Prototyping Usability Testing Figma Adobe XD
Research & Strategy
User Research Personas Competitive Analysis Digital Strategy
Web & E-commerce
HTML / CSS Shopify GoDaddy SEO Optimization Google Analytics Social Media

Let's Work Together

Whether you need a full website redesign, a new e-commerce build, or an app that works beautifully for your users, the process starts with understanding your goals. Ready to see what we can build? Get in touch.

Services

UX Design & Research

End-to-end user experience design covering discovery, persona development, wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing.

  • User Research & Personas
  • Wireframing & Prototyping
  • Usability Testing
  • Figma & Adobe XD

Web Design & Development

Custom website design and development using modern tools, focused on performance, accessibility, and search visibility.

  • HTML / CSS
  • GoDaddy & Squarespace
  • SEO Optimization
  • WCAG Accessibility

E-Commerce Management

Full-service e-commerce setup and ongoing management: product listings, UX optimization, and conversion-focused strategy.

  • Shopify
  • Product & Content Management
  • Conversion Optimization
  • Analytics & Reporting

Social Media Management

Strategic social content creation and community management to grow engagement and build a consistent brand presence online.

  • Content Strategy & Creation
  • Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn
  • Community Engagement
  • Google Analytics

Work Experience

  1. Website Manager
    Tess & Co Jewelers, LLC
    Jul 2025 – Present
    Freelance
    • Managing and optimizing a luxury e-commerce storefront for seamless UX and sales growth.
    • Overseeing website functionality, content management, and e-commerce operations.
  2. Social Media Manager
    Horton Vineyards Inc
    Jul 2025 – Present
    Part-time · On-site · Gordonsville, VA
    • Driving digital storytelling and community engagement for Virginia's premier vineyard.
    • Developing and executing social media strategies across Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
    • Showcasing award-winning wines, vineyard experiences, and brand heritage.
  3. Website Manager
    Gordonsville Virginia Merchant Association
    Jun 2024 – Present
    Freelance
    • Increased website traffic by implementing SEO best practices, resulting in a 25% boost in page visits.
    • Streamlined user experience by designing intuitive navigation and engaging business directories.
    • Maintained up-to-date website content enhancing user engagement and local business accuracy.
  4. Medical Esthetician
    Neroli Spa Med Spa & Beauty Lounge
    May 2023 – Apr 2024
    Full-time · Charlottesville, VA
    • Performed detailed skin analyses and curated personalized treatment plans, increasing client retention by 30%.
    • Supported team development by mentoring new estheticians on advanced procedures.
  5. Lead Master Esthetician
    Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
    May 2022 – Apr 2023
    Full-time
    • Led a team of estheticians, improving treatment consistency and client satisfaction scores.
    • Developed and delivered training on advanced skincare techniques.
    • Conducted thorough client consultations, increasing repeat bookings and product sales.
Education
UX/UI Design Program
CareerFoundry
Dec 2023 – Feb 2025
Aesthetician & Skin Care Specialist
Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics
May 2021 – May 2022

Let's Connect

Have a project in mind, or want to explore working together? Fill out the form below and you'll hear back within 1-2 business days.

Portfolio
juliannagarrett.com
Location
Gordonsville, VA
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