About

Hi, my name is Sam. I am a recent graduate with a B.S. in Computer Information Systems, concentrating in Web and Digital Media. I’m currently based in the San Francisco Bay Area and actively seeking an entry-level role in web or graphic design.

As a visual communicator, I’m passionate about combining creative design with practical functionality. I enjoy building user-friendly websites, designing clean layouts, and staying current with design trends and digital tools. My skills span both the technical and creative sides of design, and I’m committed to producing high-quality work that aligns with an organization’s brand and goals.

What excites me most is the chance to learn and contribute. During my internship with Sterne School, I helped build the infrastructure for a new blog using Finalsite, created and edited content, and updated key pages across the school’s website. In a previous internship with the Burlingame/SFO Chamber of Commerce, I assisted in creating a new website, utilizing Wix to provide a user-friendly design for businesses and community members with easy access to essential information. Additionally, I continue to focus on learning new technologies, taking several courses to expand my skills.

Now, I’m eager to bring that experience to a full-time role where I can grow, collaborate, and make an impact. I’m especially interested in opportunities where I can combine design, content, and usability to create meaningful digital experiences.

In my spare time, I enjoy discovering new movies and cheering on the Golden State Warriors and San Francisco 49ers.

Feel free to reach out via email (sammaxunderwood@gmail.com) or connect with me on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/in/sammaxunderwood) or Handshake. I’d love to connect.

Thanks for visiting my site!

Certifications Completed

Webflow Collections and CMS

The Complete Design Theory for Beginners Course

Multichannel Content Marketing

Logo Design with Draplin Secrets of Shap Type and Color

Learning Webflow

Introduction to Graphic Design Photoshop Illustrator and InDesign

Introduction to AI for Marketing Professionals

Graphic Design Basics Core Principles for Visual Design

Google UX Design Professional

Google Digital Marketing and E-Commerce Professional

Generative AI – Impact on Business and Society

Generative AI – Governance, Policy, and Emerging Regulation

Generative AI – Fundamentals, Applications, and Challenges

Excel Basics for Data Analysis

Design Fundamentals with AI

ChatGPT, Midjourney, Gemini, DeepSeek – Marketing Tools

Build a Website Using WordPress

Artificial Intelligence Essentials V2

Adobe Illustrator CC Essentials Training Course

Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.1 – Tools & Foundations

Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.2 – Layout & Components