Faculty/Staff Information

Matthew Johnson

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Web Designer and Frontend Developer, Marketing and Communication

Why I chose WOU

Being a lifelong learner and proponent of higher education, I feel privileged to help support others along their journeys.

At WOU since

02/27/2025

Hobbies

Martial arts, creative writing, puzzles of all kinds

Fun fact

I am a licensed wedding celebrant.

Hometown

Chagrin Falls, Ohio

Favorite book/movie

“The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet” by Becky Chambers

Areas of responsibility

I establish and maintain a consistent web brand for WOU and ensure our websites and applications are functional, accessible, and aesthetically engaging.

Education

Syracuse University (BFA), Cleveland Institute of Art, School of Visual Arts, Cornish College of the Arts, Portland State University, Portland Community College, General Assembly, Independent Studies

Professional experience

I am a multi-faceted frontend developer, designer, and animator with over two decades of experience creating content for the Web. I produced websites and online presentations for well-known brands as well as hundreds of local businesses, non-profits, and start-ups.

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