Jay
Archambeau
I am a talented
Jay is a graphic designer, listener, front-end developer, collaborator, writer, marketer, creative, UX designer, photographer, visionary, mentor, and communicator.
I am a multi-faceted, talented senior principal creative Specializing in UI/UX, design systems, front-end development, branding, marketing, packaging, and print—creating scalable experiences that are intuitive, memorable, and built to perform.
Clearing the clutter for creative
Jay Archambeau
Principal Visual Designer
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Designing with purpose
Fueled by positivity
I design with purpose and clarity, starting with a deep understanding of how something
will be used and what it needs to achieve. By focusing on real needs and practical outcomes,
I create experiences that are intuitive, functional, and built to last.
Working in close partnership with teams, I align ideas early and often to ensure every solution
is thoughtful, cohesive, effective, and memorable.
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AI Assisted Solutions ; Ensuring Continuity
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Strategy-Led Visual and Marketing Design
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Front-End Development (HTML, CSS, JS, JSON) for Apps and Web
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Scalable Branding and Identity Systems
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ADA Standards for Optimal User Experience (UX)
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Data-Informed Design and Optimization
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Rapid Prototyping and Iterative (A/B) Testing
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Design Background in Print (Corp. ID, Typography, Packaging)
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English Minor ; Lover of the word – Eloquent Communicator
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Expert Guru of: Adobe CC, Figma, Elementor, Sketch, Canva, Google Suite, and MS 365
Skills
Effective creative solutions that bridge visual excellence,
marketing strategy, and usability
AI and
Emerging Tech
Proficient in leveraging Claude, Gemini, CoPilot, ChatGPT, Firefly, and other flourishing AI tools bridging gaps between emerging tech and best practices.
Communication and
Leadership
A reputation for clear, direct, and reliable communication. Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and navigating complex stakeholder scenarios.
Prototyping and
Design Systems
Expertise in Figma, Sketch, Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, and Elementor to build scalable solutions, apps, design systems, and hi-fi prototypes.
Standards and
Analytics
Committed to W3C Standards and ADA compliance (AA & AAA). Data-driven approach utilizing A/B testing, usability studies, Pendo, and Google Analytics.
Front-End
Development
Hands-on production in responsive HTML5, CSS3, JBoss, and JavaScript. Focused on asset optimization, email production, and clean, performant code.
Systems and
Workflows
Deeply integrated into Agile/Scrum environments. Expert in Jira, Confluence, Teamwork, and Teams for documentation and project management.
Print Design
Know-How
Classically trained in identity systems and typography. High-level knowledge of CMYK offset printing, packaging, and POP displays.
Multi-Platform
Deployment
Strong technical fluency with Mac OS and Windows-based systems. Expertise allows for optimized and native UX regardless of device.
Project
Stewardship
Committed to the full lifecycle of a project, from discovery to production. Disciplined and dedicated approach to the creative process.
Professional Experience and Examples
Philosophy
Creates with purpose – Codes with standards – Collaborates without ego
How I Work
A progressive approach to solving design problems with clarity, care, and iteration.
Discover
Deep discovery and detailed questioning are how I front-load my projects. By visualizing use-case scenarios before a single pixel is moved, I bridge the gap between client expectations and user needs. I communicate early and often, ensuring that potential obstacles are cleared well before they can impact the timeline.
Organize
I organize the moving parts into a clearer system of priorities, goals, constraints, and opportunities. This is where patterns emerge, assumptions are challenged, and the work begins to take shape around a focused path forward.
Design
I move from strategy into visual exploration, building ideas that can be seen, tested, discussed, and refined. The goal is not decoration; it is a thoughtful system that makes the experience easier to understand and more effective to use.
Validate
I validate the work through feedback, usability, accessibility, standards, and practical review. Strong design benefits from pressure-testing, because the best solutions become clearer when they are measured against real use.
Deliver
I prepare the final work with the structure, documentation, and production care needed to support a successful launch. Delivery is not just handing over files; it is making sure the solution can be understood, implemented, and maintained.
Evolve
I do not think of launch as the finish line. I look for what changed, what worked, what could be clearer, and where the solution should evolve next. Good design keeps learning after it enters the world.
Selected work
I solve real-world design challenges.
Every project tells a story, but not every visitor is looking for the same one. Explore a curated collection of featured solutions below, or browse by the challenges you’re trying to solve.
Selected Case Studies
A curated collection of projects that demonstrate how thoughtful design can simplify complexity, improve usability, strengthen brands, and create measurable business value.
Follett Accessibility Compliance
Helping create a more inclusive experience across a large educational platform through accessible design improvements and thoughtful UX.
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Ace Paint Fleet Branding
Turned delivery vehicles into moving bulletin boards through bold fleet graphics that carried the Ace Paint brand into the real world.
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Follett Universal Search
Unified multiple search systems into one intuitive experience that made finding educational resources dramatically easier.
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Orbitz Worldwide
Redesigned a travel shopping experience to improve engagement while supporting a more scalable visual and interaction system.
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Follett Shelf App
Designed a multi-platform eReader experience that supported searching, reading, note-taking, and classroom-centered digital learning workflows.
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Discover Card Web Marketing
Created digital marketing concepts that supported national campaign goals and helped connect promotional offers to customer action.
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Blue Signal Identity
Developed a flexible identity system for a digital content provider that needed to feel clear, memorable, and adaptable.
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Recommendations
Carolyn Tang Kmet
Associate Professor
Northwestern University
I had the opportunity to work with Jay on several marketing campaigns while at MyPoints.com. He is very skilled at developing creative for multiple approaches: online, email and even offline campaigns. Additionally, he’s great to work with and certainly an asset to any team!
Christopher Sabatino
Freelance Designer
Jay’s attitude and work ethic are phenomenal. Attention to his client’s branding and message with thoughtfully creative solutions are always a given. He has always demonstrated leadership skills with a great level of fairness and honesty. And the speed with which Jay can work is dizzying.
Adrienne Neumann
Worldwide Developer Relations, Games
Apple Computer
Jay has an outstanding creative ability that he continuously demonstrated project after project. He is timely, detail oriented, always goes above and beyond. To top it off, he has an amazingly positive and contagious outlook. I sincerely look forward to our next collaborative effort.
Rey Tolentino III
Senior Manager, Web Design & Production
Golden Hippo
Jay is always a pleasure to work with. He was on the same team and was always very reliable and helpful in all our projects. He is always positive and inspires me to work harder and improve more everyday.
Joe Zizzo
VP Digital Product Management
Freeman Company
I had a chance to work with Jay on a key feature, and found him to be a great asset in getting to a creative and innovative solution. He was always well prepared and collaborative. Having someone with Jay’s expertise carried huge value.
Robby Schoenhoft
Client Partner
Rightpoint
First and foremost, when working with Jay, your day automatically changes when you speak with this genuine and joyful professional. Jay’s expertise in the creative space has enabled me to expand my knowledge in the web development world.
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