Resume

Alex Fallaw

Graphic Designer & Web Developer

 am a graphic designer and web developer with a passion for both creative expression and technical problem-solving. My dual skillset in design and computer science allows me to craft intuitive, accessible interfaces while understanding the technical constraints of the systems they function within. I take joy in refining the details of a project, whether that be a programming challenge or a design layout, working towards the best version of the product I can make. Beyond digital design, I have explored a wide range of artistic mediums, from traditional and digital art to sculptural and textual forms. This breadth of experience continuously informs my work, helping me approach design challenges with fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.

Skill Highlights

  • Digital design
  • Instructional graphic design
  • Data Visualization
  • Website design
  • Wireframing
  • Collaborative story writing
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Figma
  • SketchBook
  • WordPress with Elementor
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Python (with Pandas and MatPlotLib)
  • C
  • Git

Education

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Graphic Design BFA with minor in Computer Science
2022-2025

University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
Graphic Communications
2021-2022

Parkland College
General Studies
2020-2021

Work Experience

  • IWRC Web Intern
    • Responsibilities:
      • Maintain WordPress website
      • Post content to website
      • Design print layouts
    • March 2023 – Present
    • Champaign, IL

       

  • UIUC AAUP Website Manager
    • Responsibilities:
      • Build WordPress site based on legacy HTML site 
      • Maintain website
      • Post content to website
    • December 2023 – May 2025
    • Champaign, IL