Hello & welcome to my digital space.
I'm Nathan Rafter, a graphic designer and web developer based in Central Florida. Go ahead and explore my extensive portfolio then contact me › I'm available for hire.
About me.
I make pretty digital things
I specialize in SEO friendly websites utilizing modern development techniques and creating definitive brands for my amazing clients around the world, including:
My life at a glance
I produce high quality sports entertainment for ESPN and recently earned my Entertainment Business Masters with distinction from Full Sail University; where in 2008 I earned my BS studying design. Learn more about my credentials by downloading my CV or contact me ›
Beyond work, illustrator Michelle Santiago, and I are blissfully engaged. Together we watch ridiculous movies, cook amazing food, and take daily adventures. Our best friend and roomie, developer Jason Sewell, often accompanies us. Life is awesome.
My portfolio.
My pretty digital things
Behold the current definitive collection of works that summarize my abilities, style, and self. Enjoy.
Services that benefit you
Design
Dev.
SEO
Analytic
Social
Email
Apps
UX
Motion
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Andrew Bond
Branding & logo design
This bold word mark encompasses the professional edge and vivid personality of producer and cinematographer Andrew Bond.
The iconography was inspired by the classic James Bond title sequences and camera aperture. It is framed off center, and much like Andrews’ work, creates an engaging and unique visual.
Professional services
Software
Stop Hitler Today!
Print design
During WWII supporting the troops wasn't something you did one day and turned your back on the next. Americans genuinely sacrificed to support the troops because they believed in the war.
This piece illustrates the fear instilled in Americans by Hitler and the Nazi party. Hitler's hand is pointing at America, as if he's reaching for it, reinforces the quote.
Professional services
Software
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I'd love to hear from you
I'm currently available for hire so complete the handy form or message NathanRafter@gmail.com now. To learn more about my credentials simply download my CV
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Concept
I set forth to create a timeless design that marries form and function intent upon translating my essence into the digital realm. Yielding invaluable experiences that have bettered both my abilities and self. Thank you for visiting.
Aesthetics & inspiration
- Online fashion retailer Dots
- The Full Sail University campus
- Apple iPod Touch
- ISO50 the portfolio and blog of Scott Hansen
- No Pattern the portfolio of Chuck Anderson
- The portfolio of Alex Buga
- Sursly the portfolio of Tyler Finck
- Profile of Gavin Castleton
- Inspiration hub Moodstream
- Hypelife Brands
- Husband & wife design agency Knoed
- Motorola Droid 2
- Clothing company Chicago L-Shirts
Code
Development
NathanRafter.com is an original design lovingly hand-coded utilizing valid W3C Web Standards XHTML & CSS. Below you'll find the various flexible lightweight web apps and frameworks I created throughout the development process.
Props & and mentions
Below are resources that helped make my site awesome.
- Site5 provides web hosting for NathanRafter.com
- CSS Compressor shrinks and organizes CSS files
- JS Compress shrinks and organizes Javascript files
- Javascript Beautifier organizes Javascript files
- Bulletproof Javascript Form Validation
- Make awesome tiling stripes with Stripe Generator 2.0
- Google Analytics monitors website traffic
- Web Developers Toolbar makes development easier
- Favicon.ico Generator renders and exports favicons
- Markup Validation checks and validates HTML markup
- CSS Validation checks and validates CSS
- Adobe Browser Lab provides instant cross browser testing
- Adobe Creative Suite is a design and development tool
- The ultimate sharing platform Share This
- The photography from NASA's Hubble Telescope
Awards
Industry recognition & interviews
Behold the celebration of my work and dedication to my craft. I am truly honored by these achievements. Thank you.
- The Beautiful 2.0 CSS gallery Site Of The Day
- Featured in the Design Shack web design gallery
- Featured site on CSS Mania web design gallery
- The prestigious Proud Mom Award from my Mom
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