Kyle Clay Richards
Designer
I'm the Lead Designer at Manwaring Web Solutions in Idaho Falls, Idaho and I've been with the company since 2014.
We are a top regional agency for web design, web development, and online marketing services. I continue to grow in my roles at MWS as we adapt to the evolution of the web industry. I'm now the project manager for most incoming contracts and I work closely with our clients to make design decisions that bring their vision to life. In 2021, our team launched 71 websites for businesses and organizations in numerous industries from startups to large corporations in the private and public sectors. I couldn't be more proud of where I work and what we do to help people in our community reach their goals.
When I'm not at work, my creative brain doesn't stop. Whether I'm helping my friends with design and/or marketing tasks for their businesses, building up one of my own brands, or redesigning the interior or landscape of the house with my wife, I'm always excited for the opportunity to apply my problem-solving skills to try and make a positive impact on those around me.
Experience
Lead Designer
Manwaring Web Solutions
September 2014 - Present
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Project manager for most new contracts. Responsible for delegating tasks to proper teammates. Consistently pushing to meet multiple deadlines. Creates logos and branding components. Implements web design customizations including logos, colors, and custom branded elements.
Web Designer & Developer
Prichard Art Gallery
February 2014 & February 2016
Moscow, Idaho
Developed a web page to view items for a benefit art auction. Reached a solution to allow patrons to place bids online via email. Improvements in 2016 included a responsive grid to show more above the fold. All bids benefited local artists and the Prichard Art Gallery.
Marketing Coordinator
University of Idaho Sustainability Center
August 2013 - May 2014
Moscow, Idaho
Created promotional materials for print and digital distribution. Developed logos, branding schemes, and illustrations. Built involvement with sustainable practices in the university community. Communicated with a team of student staff members to carry out office goals and meet deadlines.
New Student Orientation Leader
University of Idaho
Fall 2009 - Fall 2012
Moscow, Idaho
Coordinated and followed the schedule of events for the orientation program, facilitated group discussions, and created fun opportunities for new students to make friends and integrate into college life.
Education
University of Idaho
Bachelor of Fine Arts, 2014
Major in Studio Art & Design
Minor in Architecture
Honors & Awards
Faculty Book Award
University of Idaho College of Art & Architecture
Star Garnet Award
Event: Idaho Falls Ad Federation 2017 Gem Awards
Category: Website, B-to-B
Client: Potandon Produce
Agency: Manwaring Web Solutions
Title: potandon.com
Skills
Adobe CS / Affinity
Logo Design
Branding
Visualization
HTML & CSS
Video Production
Animation
Live Streaming
Content Marketing
Project Management