Christopher Black

Christopher Black has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries. Christopher is currently working as a Senior Software Engineer at VSCO® since August 2022. Previously, they worked as a Software Engineer at PiñataFarms from June 2021 to August 2022.

Before that, Christopher held the position of Frontend Developer at Use All Five from November 2015 to May 2021. In this role, they collaborated with a team to design, build, and maintain websites, applications, and web-based experiences using technologies such as JavaScript, React, Node, and GraphQL. Christopher also had the opportunity to lead and be led by team leaders throughout the development process.

Prior to joining Use All Five, Christopher gained experience in web development as a Web Developer at General Assembly in March 2015. Christopher also worked as a Freelance Graphic Designer at Tourneau from 2014 to March 2015 and as a Design Contractor at Ticketmaster from December 2013 to May 2014.

Christopher's career in design began with freelance roles. Christopher served as a Freelance Designer at Camp Creative from May 2013 to September 2013, where they worked on various design projects. Christopher also worked as a Graphic Designer at Lowercase productions from September 2012 to March 2013 and as a Jr. Graphic Design Contractor at Mashery from April 2012 to September 2012.

Christopher's early career involved a unique role as a Teachers Assistant/Muralist at Denman Middle School from February 2010 to May 2010. In this position, they assisted in classroom instruction focused on Public and Community art and painted a notable mural on location.

Overall, Christopher Black has gained valuable experience in software engineering, web development, graphic design, and teaching throughout their career.

Christopher Black's education history includes attending General Assembly starting in 2015 and San Francisco State University from 2008 to 2012. The degree names and fields of study for both institutions are unknown. In addition to their formal education, Christopher has obtained certifications in various areas such as Processing Product Photos with Photoshop, UX Design Tools: Axure, After Effects Guru: Animating Logos, and After Effects Guru: Mastering the Timeline. These certifications were obtained from lynda.com in 2014.