Hello again,

I’m Ann Schecter, a UI/Graphic Designer based in Portland, Oregon.

For more than a decade, I’ve been working both in-house and remotely on many projects, and I’m still excited to learn new skills.

When I'm not doing design projects, I enjoy spending time in the garden learning to create an environment where plants can coexist with uninvited deer, rabbits, and moles.

Ann Schecter

Brief experience

2011 - Present
UI/Graphic Designer - Self Employed

Schecter & Co. - Software Engineering & Creative Design Services in Portland, OR

  • Translates business goals into cohesive visual strategies—including digital and print marketing collateral—that build brand recognition and resonance for diverse clients.
  • Lead UI/UX design from ideation to launch for SaaS applications and custom plugins, bridging the design-to-code gap to streamline implementation with development teams.
2017 - 2021
Product Designer - Contract

NetVendor - SaaS Vendor Risk Management Platform in Tualatin, OR

  • Led the front-end redesign and implementation of a SaaS platform, enrollment portals, and transactional emails, increasing usability and facilitating the acquisition of high-value partnerships with industry leaders Greystar, Alliance Residential, Pinnacle, and Zillow.
  • Redesigned and implemented front-end user interfaces of the company and vendors enrollment websites, SaaS subscription-based web application and system transactional emails to improve digital experience and usability.
  • Led the modernization of legacy brand assets to a tech-forward identity in collaboration with leadership, elevating brand recognition and increasing market penetration within top-tier property management firms.
  • Developed a design system and brand asset library to increase team development efficiency and improve accessibility.
  • Key Outcomes: Greenridge Growth Partners acquired NetVendor in 2021.
2007 - 2011
UI/UX Design Lead

AppTheory - Web Development Consultancy in Atlanta, GA

  • Led design and front-end development for high-traffic government, nonprofit, and e-commerce websites, coordinating cross-functional and offshore teams.
  • Developed integrated print and digital marketing materials to enhance client engagement across platforms.
  • Crafted HTML/CSS email templates from conception to deployment, ensuring rendering accuracy across all major email clients.
  • Optimized site hierarchy for 100+ page websites, improving navigation efficiency and enabling seamless content scalability.
  • DFacilitated hands-on DotNetNuke content management training, empowering clients to independently update website content, reduce dependency on technical support, and maximize system functionality.
  • Key clients included: United Nations Public Administration Network (UNPAN), City of Cape Coral, Pocono Mountain School District and Laborers’ International Union of North America (LiUNA).

Volunteer

2017 - 2018
Web Designer

Portland Community ToolBank - Portland, OR

  • Designed custom digital graphics, established a clear visual hierarchy, and maintained the organization's WordPress website.
  • Documented community events and auctions through photography while supporting full event execution, from setup to breakdown.

Skills

Design
  • User Interface
  • Website
  • Wireframe
  • Prototype
  • Brand Identity
  • Print Material
Tool
  • Figma
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • After Effects
  • Premiere Pro
  • Powerpoint
Code
  • HTML
  • CSS
CMS
  • WordPress
  • Drupal