AJ Wendel

Web and Design Examples

My creative work extends beyond video and content strategy into full digital experience design. These examples show how I apply the same performance-driven mindset to web, brand, and interface projects, creating clean, functional design that supports measurable goals and maintains brand consistency.

FIXD Website Transition

Rebuilt FIXD’s consumer-facing website in Webflow to improve visual control, optimize ad-driven landing pages, and create a consistent user experience across campaigns and devices.

My Role

  • Built and assembled all site pages in Webflow
  • Managed layout, structure, and on-page functionality
  • Ensured brand consistency across all assets and landing pages
  • Collaborated with a designer who produced the custom illustrations
  • Built and tested for performance across desktop and mobile devices

Brand Logo - Identity Knight

Developed a bold, modern logo for Identity Knight, an online data protection service. The goal was to emphasize strength and trust through clean geometric forms and a professional yet approachable tone.

My Role

  • Designed the full brand identity and supporting visual assets
  • Created a logo system that communicated reliability and confidence
  • Built and launched a complete website presence to establish credibility

App & Interface Design

Tap to Scan Animation
Designed and built the “Tap to Scan” animation for the FIXD app’s primary entry point, guiding users into the diagnostic flow.

The animation was created in After Effects and exported through Lottie for smooth integration into the app. The goal was to make the interaction feel clean, intuitive, and welcoming while maintaining brand consistency.

My Role

  • Concepted, designed, and animated the motion experience in After Effects
  • Exported and optimized the animation using Lottie for handoff to the development team
  • Aligned with product and UX teams to ensure technical feasibility and performance
  • Delivered a lightweight, repeatable asset that improved the app’s onboarding experience

Assorted Design Projects

These pieces represent fast-turn design work supporting digital marketing, in-app campaigns, and social media. Each project focused on clarity, conversion, and maintaining consistency across brand touchpoints.

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Experience

2024 - Present
Independent Creative
Content Strategist & Freelance Creative | August 2024 - Present
• Produced video, social, and brand content for independent clients, including touring musicians and small businesses.

• Shot and produced music videos and live tour content for independent musicians, creating promotional assets and social campaigns under fast-paced conditions.

• Developed branding and digital infrastructure for an occupational therapy reading service, preparing the business for future launch and client acquisition

• Continued professional growth through independent projects and training with tools such as Unreal Engine, Adobe Creative Suite, AI tools.
2018 - 2024
FIXD Automotive
Digital Creative Director | August 2020 - August 2024 (Reference From CEO Available)
• Helped build and scale FIXD’s in-house marketing department, starting from a two-person testing team

• Managed a five-person creative team and oversaw all content tied to $2M/month in advertising spend

• Directed and edited hundreds of performance ads, including a Video Sales Letter (VSL) that ran for 5+ years and supported 250+  iterations

• Developed creative testing frameworks and content pipelines that reduced reliance on new production

• Played a central role in team growth, strategy, campaign planning, and channel scaling
Video Content Creator | October 2018 – August 2020
• Produced original video content for the FIXD YouTube channel and app

• Created educational and brand-aligned visual assets using advanced After Effects workflows
2021
Craftsman Tools
Video Producer / Director / Editor | Oct 2021 – Dec 2021
• Delivered a 25-video explainer series for a white-labeled Craftsman Tools version of the FIXD app

• Handled all production phases independently—scripting, directing, shooting, editing, client communication

• Completed the project in under 3 months while managing full-time responsibilities at FIXD
2020 - 2022
Pale horse production
Freelance Director / Editor | Nov 2020 – Nov 2022
• Edited four short documentaries for the outdoor and hunting industry

• Managed story flow, edit pacing, and sound design tailored to enthusiast audiences
2015 - 2018
Charles Ryan Associates
Director of Photography | Jul 2016 - August 2018
• Led cinematography and post-production for agency video work across healthcare, energy, and public service clients

• Directed a $50K healthcare explainer video that went on to win Best in Show at the WV ADDY Awards

• Contributed to writing, storyboarding, and cross-functional creative projects
Video Production Specialist  | Jun 2015 - Aug 2016
• Shot and edited educational and advocacy content for healthcare, government, and natural gas clients.

• Collaborated with directors and PR teams to shape messaging and deliver polished video content.
Film Intern  | Jun 2015 - Aug 2016
• Supported professional film and commercial projects across camera, editing, and design roles