Hello! I am Aaron Knutson
Hello! I am Aaron Knutson
Hello! I am Aaron Knutson
Creative UI/UX and Graphic Designer
Brands Worked With
CORE EXPERIENCE
CORE EXPERIENCE
CORE EXPERIENCE
I blend creativity with technical expertise
I blend creativity with technical expertise
I design and build digital experiences that don’t just look great — they work beautifully too. With a background in both design and front-end development, I help teams and clients move faster, make smarter decisions, and deliver results that actually matter.
I design and build digital experiences that don’t just look great — they work beautifully too. With a background in both design and front-end development, I help teams and clients move faster, make smarter decisions, and deliver results that actually matter.
KNVEY
UI / UX Designer
Leading user-centered design across websites, portals, and interactive tools.
(2024 - Present)
KNVEY
UI / UX Designer
Leading user-centered design across websites, portals, and interactive tools.
(2024 - Present)
KNVEY
UI / UX Designer
Leading user-centered design across websites, portals, and interactive tools.
(2024 - Present)
KNUT
Web Designer
Designed and built responsive websites for small businesses and service brands.
(2020 - 2023)
KNUT
Web Designer
Designed and built responsive websites for small businesses and service brands.
(2020 - 2023)
KNUT
Web Designer
Designed and built responsive websites for small businesses and service brands.
(2020 - 2023)
Pixel-Perfect Design
Creative Design
User Experience
Web Development
Pixel-Perfect Design
Creative Design
User Experience
Web Development
Case Study
Case Study
Case Study
Meet with creative things
UI/UX Design
Hartman Homes: Crafting a Luxury Web Experience
UI/UX Design
Hartman Homes: Crafting a Luxury Web Experience
UI/UX Design
Hartman Homes: Crafting a Luxury Web Experience
UI/UX Design
Law By Bazaz: From Invisible to Inviting
UI/UX Design
Law By Bazaz: From Invisible to Inviting
UI/UX Design
Law By Bazaz: From Invisible to Inviting
Skills
Find out which of my UX and creative services fit the needs of your team or project.
Find out which of my UX and creative services fit the needs of your team or project.
UX Research
I specialize in uncovering user motivations and behaviors through interviews, usability testing, surveys, and competitor analysis. My research lays the foundation for user-centered solutions that balance business goals and real-world needs.
UI/UX Design
From wireframes to high-fidelity mockups, I design digital experiences that are intuitive, scalable, and conversion-focused. I balance structure and beauty — ensuring every click has a purpose and every screen is a delight.
Branding & Visual Identity
Whether you’re starting fresh or refreshing your brand, I craft logos, typography, color systems, and brand assets that feel cohesive and intentional across web, print, and digital platforms.
Content Strategy
From UX writing to marketing headlines, I structure and shape content that guides users and gets results. I’ve written for product pages, service descriptions, blogs, and campaign sites.
Creative Direction
I lead projects from idea to launch — building concepts, aligning teams, and maintaining vision. Whether it’s a website, campaign, or rebrand, I keep everything connected to the user and the goal.
Front-End Development
I bring designs to life with clean, responsive, mobile-first HTML and CSS. Whether I’m building custom components or collaborating with developers, I focus on performance, accessibility, and pixel-perfect implementation.
UX Research
I specialize in uncovering user motivations and behaviors through interviews, usability testing, surveys, and competitor analysis. My research lays the foundation for user-centered solutions that balance business goals and real-world needs.
UI/UX Design
From wireframes to high-fidelity mockups, I design digital experiences that are intuitive, scalable, and conversion-focused. I balance structure and beauty — ensuring every click has a purpose and every screen is a delight.
Branding & Visual Identity
Whether you’re starting fresh or refreshing your brand, I craft logos, typography, color systems, and brand assets that feel cohesive and intentional across web, print, and digital platforms.
Content Strategy
From UX writing to marketing headlines, I structure and shape content that guides users and gets results. I’ve written for product pages, service descriptions, blogs, and campaign sites.
Creative Direction
I lead projects from idea to launch — building concepts, aligning teams, and maintaining vision. Whether it’s a website, campaign, or rebrand, I keep everything connected to the user and the goal.
Front-End Development
I bring designs to life with clean, responsive, mobile-first HTML and CSS. Whether I’m building custom components or collaborating with developers, I focus on performance, accessibility, and pixel-perfect implementation.
UX Research
I specialize in uncovering user motivations and behaviors through interviews, usability testing, surveys, and competitor analysis. My research lays the foundation for user-centered solutions that balance business goals and real-world needs.
UI/UX Design
From wireframes to high-fidelity mockups, I design digital experiences that are intuitive, scalable, and conversion-focused. I balance structure and beauty — ensuring every click has a purpose and every screen is a delight.
Branding & Visual Identity
Whether you’re starting fresh or refreshing your brand, I craft logos, typography, color systems, and brand assets that feel cohesive and intentional across web, print, and digital platforms.
Content Strategy
From UX writing to marketing headlines, I structure and shape content that guides users and gets results. I’ve written for product pages, service descriptions, blogs, and campaign sites.
Creative Direction
I lead projects from idea to launch — building concepts, aligning teams, and maintaining vision. Whether it’s a website, campaign, or rebrand, I keep everything connected to the user and the goal.
Front-End Development
I bring designs to life with clean, responsive, mobile-first HTML and CSS. Whether I’m building custom components or collaborating with developers, I focus on performance, accessibility, and pixel-perfect implementation.
Answering your questions
Answering your questions
Answering your questions
Got more questions? Reach out to me.
Got more questions? Reach out to me.
Got more questions? Reach out to me.
What’s your design process like?
My design process is rooted in clarity, empathy, and structure. I typically follow a five-phase approach: Discover – User research, competitor analysis, and stakeholder interviews to understand the problem space. Define – Synthesizing findings into personas, journeys, and prioritized goals. Design – Wireframing and prototyping, from low-fidelity flows to polished UI. Develop – Collaborating with developers or handling front-end implementation directly. Deliver – Launch, QA, iteration, and follow-up insights for growth. This flexible framework adapts to fit the scale and needs of each project.
Do you offer both design and development?
Yes — I offer both. I lead with UX and UI design, then support implementation with clean, responsive HTML/CSS and CMS integration. I’m especially familiar with front-end design systems, modular components, and mobile-first layouts. If needed, I collaborate closely with developers to ensure pixel-perfect delivery. Additionally, I have experience in JavaScript, ReactJS, and high level understanding of backend systems which suppports clear communication with developers and effective planning from the start of a project.
What tools do you use?
My toolkit evolves as needed, but here are some of my go-to tools: Design & Prototyping: Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator Development: HTML/CSS, a bit of JS, VS Code, Git CMS & Platforms: KNVEY, WordPress, Webflow Research & Workflow: Notion, Google Forms, Zoom, Google Analytics, Useberry Video/Content: Premiere Pro, Canva, Loom I prioritize tools that keep teams aligned and workflows efficient.
Do you have agency or client-side experience?
I’ve worked across both. I’ve collaborated directly with business owners and marketing teams on the client side, and also functioned in agency-style roles where I’ve juggled multiple brand projects at once. That range helps me adapt to different environments, communicate clearly, and keep moving things forward. I even have experience running my own business, which gives me a deeper understanding and ability to empathize with business needs.
What industries do you specialize in?
While I’ve worked across several industries, I tend to specialize in service-based businesses and local brands — including law, real estate, homebuilding, moving services, and professional services. I also have experience working with large corporations, particularly in the manufacturing sector, which gives me a strong understanding of how enterprise teams, internal processes, and digital systems operate at scale. Whether it’s a solo entrepreneur or a multi-department enterprise, I know how to adapt to the structure and needs of the organization — while always advocating for the end user.
What makes you different from other designers?
I bridge the gap between strategy and execution. I’m not just thinking about how things look — I’m thinking about how they function, how users feel, and how it all contributes to business growth. I bring a unique blend of UX insight, visual design, and implementation know-how — which means I can take a project from concept to launch with consistency and care.
How do you handle feedback?
I welcome it. Feedback helps me align designs to business needs and user expectations. I ask clarifying questions, look for patterns, and incorporate feedback thoughtfully. I know how to advocate for the user while still being flexible and responsive to client goals or stakeholder direction.
What’s your design process like?
My design process is rooted in clarity, empathy, and structure. I typically follow a five-phase approach: Discover – User research, competitor analysis, and stakeholder interviews to understand the problem space. Define – Synthesizing findings into personas, journeys, and prioritized goals. Design – Wireframing and prototyping, from low-fidelity flows to polished UI. Develop – Collaborating with developers or handling front-end implementation directly. Deliver – Launch, QA, iteration, and follow-up insights for growth. This flexible framework adapts to fit the scale and needs of each project.
Do you offer both design and development?
Yes — I offer both. I lead with UX and UI design, then support implementation with clean, responsive HTML/CSS and CMS integration. I’m especially familiar with front-end design systems, modular components, and mobile-first layouts. If needed, I collaborate closely with developers to ensure pixel-perfect delivery. Additionally, I have experience in JavaScript, ReactJS, and high level understanding of backend systems which suppports clear communication with developers and effective planning from the start of a project.
What tools do you use?
My toolkit evolves as needed, but here are some of my go-to tools: Design & Prototyping: Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator Development: HTML/CSS, a bit of JS, VS Code, Git CMS & Platforms: KNVEY, WordPress, Webflow Research & Workflow: Notion, Google Forms, Zoom, Google Analytics, Useberry Video/Content: Premiere Pro, Canva, Loom I prioritize tools that keep teams aligned and workflows efficient.
Do you have agency or client-side experience?
I’ve worked across both. I’ve collaborated directly with business owners and marketing teams on the client side, and also functioned in agency-style roles where I’ve juggled multiple brand projects at once. That range helps me adapt to different environments, communicate clearly, and keep moving things forward. I even have experience running my own business, which gives me a deeper understanding and ability to empathize with business needs.
What industries do you specialize in?
While I’ve worked across several industries, I tend to specialize in service-based businesses and local brands — including law, real estate, homebuilding, moving services, and professional services. I also have experience working with large corporations, particularly in the manufacturing sector, which gives me a strong understanding of how enterprise teams, internal processes, and digital systems operate at scale. Whether it’s a solo entrepreneur or a multi-department enterprise, I know how to adapt to the structure and needs of the organization — while always advocating for the end user.
What makes you different from other designers?
I bridge the gap between strategy and execution. I’m not just thinking about how things look — I’m thinking about how they function, how users feel, and how it all contributes to business growth. I bring a unique blend of UX insight, visual design, and implementation know-how — which means I can take a project from concept to launch with consistency and care.
How do you handle feedback?
I welcome it. Feedback helps me align designs to business needs and user expectations. I ask clarifying questions, look for patterns, and incorporate feedback thoughtfully. I know how to advocate for the user while still being flexible and responsive to client goals or stakeholder direction.
What’s your design process like?
My design process is rooted in clarity, empathy, and structure. I typically follow a five-phase approach: Discover – User research, competitor analysis, and stakeholder interviews to understand the problem space. Define – Synthesizing findings into personas, journeys, and prioritized goals. Design – Wireframing and prototyping, from low-fidelity flows to polished UI. Develop – Collaborating with developers or handling front-end implementation directly. Deliver – Launch, QA, iteration, and follow-up insights for growth. This flexible framework adapts to fit the scale and needs of each project.
Do you offer both design and development?
Yes — I offer both. I lead with UX and UI design, then support implementation with clean, responsive HTML/CSS and CMS integration. I’m especially familiar with front-end design systems, modular components, and mobile-first layouts. If needed, I collaborate closely with developers to ensure pixel-perfect delivery. Additionally, I have experience in JavaScript, ReactJS, and high level understanding of backend systems which suppports clear communication with developers and effective planning from the start of a project.
What tools do you use?
My toolkit evolves as needed, but here are some of my go-to tools: Design & Prototyping: Figma, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator Development: HTML/CSS, a bit of JS, VS Code, Git CMS & Platforms: KNVEY, WordPress, Webflow Research & Workflow: Notion, Google Forms, Zoom, Google Analytics, Useberry Video/Content: Premiere Pro, Canva, Loom I prioritize tools that keep teams aligned and workflows efficient.
Do you have agency or client-side experience?
I’ve worked across both. I’ve collaborated directly with business owners and marketing teams on the client side, and also functioned in agency-style roles where I’ve juggled multiple brand projects at once. That range helps me adapt to different environments, communicate clearly, and keep moving things forward. I even have experience running my own business, which gives me a deeper understanding and ability to empathize with business needs.
What industries do you specialize in?
While I’ve worked across several industries, I tend to specialize in service-based businesses and local brands — including law, real estate, homebuilding, moving services, and professional services. I also have experience working with large corporations, particularly in the manufacturing sector, which gives me a strong understanding of how enterprise teams, internal processes, and digital systems operate at scale. Whether it’s a solo entrepreneur or a multi-department enterprise, I know how to adapt to the structure and needs of the organization — while always advocating for the end user.
What makes you different from other designers?
I bridge the gap between strategy and execution. I’m not just thinking about how things look — I’m thinking about how they function, how users feel, and how it all contributes to business growth. I bring a unique blend of UX insight, visual design, and implementation know-how — which means I can take a project from concept to launch with consistency and care.
How do you handle feedback?
I welcome it. Feedback helps me align designs to business needs and user expectations. I ask clarifying questions, look for patterns, and incorporate feedback thoughtfully. I know how to advocate for the user while still being flexible and responsive to client goals or stakeholder direction.
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Let’s collaborate on your next digital experience. Whether it’s UX strategy, visual design, or building something from scratch — I bring creative thinking and reliable execution to the table.
Let’s collaborate on your next digital experience. Whether it’s UX strategy, visual design, or building something from scratch — I bring creative thinking and reliable execution to the table.
