Resume

Below is a bit about my background and experience. For a full look at my resume, please visit my linkedin page here
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Examples of my code can be found on Github

Summary of Skills

  • 16 years of experience in developing and managing web projects and content:
    • Website Design (Adobe Suite: Photoshop and Illustrator)
    • Website development (PHP, CSS/Sass, and HTML5)
    • Responsive website design for desktop, tablets, and phones
    • Expert level knowledge of WordPress, Woocommerce, Advanced Custom Fields, and MailChimp
    • Experience with wireframe, workflow, and information architecture design
    • Knowledge of ASP, JavaScript, and MySQL
    • Specialization in Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
    • Proficiency in implementing and managing Google Analytics to track site metrics 
  • Experienced in Project Management:
    • Skilled in developing strong, positive relationships with management, co-workers, clients, and vendors.
    • Ability to effectively manage teams to deliver projects in a timely and efficient manner.
    • Detail oriented with strong organizational and planning capabilities.
    • Ability to train staff and clients.

Professional Experience

Web Administrator / Developer / Alcority                                      April 2021 – September 2023

  • Built, managed and updated stable of high-profile clientele websites using WordPress and WP Engine, including the likes of Westlawn, Traditions Health, Blue Wolf Performance, Island Abbey Foods, and AUT Solutions using HTML5, SCSS and Tailwind.
  • Managed purchasing of domains for clientele projects.
  • Managed updates and licenses for plugin and site security.
  • Managed DNS updates for Williams F1 Fan Engagement programs.
  • Built Shopify templates for the launch of Island Abbey Food UK.
  • Tracked workload and time on projects in Jira.

Web Developer / University of Texas Arlington                                    January 2020 – March 2021

  • Resolved tickets pertaining to site errors and content update.
  • Built mass emails in both a proprietary system in Cascade and MyEmma.
  • Updated custom Map system that used OSGeo and TileMill to integrate with Google Maps.
  • Built custom modules in both Cascade and SiteCore and consistently maintained content and styling. 

Web Developer / Creative Circle                                                                         April 2013 – January 2020

Texas Instruments, First United Bank, Uptown Dallas, UPPABaby, Mendix, Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Developed templates with various companies ranging from startups to enterprise level businesses; major focus on WordPress and minor focuses on TeamSite, IBM WCM, Joomla and Droople.
  • Focused on building responsive and optimized sites.
  • Built templates from Sketch, Photoshop and InDesign documents.
  • Managed plugins and jQuery libraries, including Woocommerce, Advance Custom Fields, and Owl Carousel for WordPress.
  • Developed weekly marketing email templates in Mailchimp and similar platforms.
  • Actively participated in meetings to develop best deployment of new content or design.
  • Provided quality assurance on all CMS and related software.
  • Incorporated version control through GitHub for multiple projects.
  • Created a plan of action and documents of best coding practices per project for future developers.

Sr Web Developer / ICONICLIFE                                                                       May 2018 – April 2019

  • Designed and enacted plan of action for rebuilding company website for ease of use while still maintaining daily duties on the live site.
  • Maintained versioning through GitHub repository.
  • Designed and developed Woocommerce store within WordPress.
  • Developed email sign-up forms and templates within ActiveCampaign.
  • Coordinated daily updates to the site with multiple team members.
  • Designed banner ads for clients advertising with the site.

Web Developer / Jackrabbit Design                                                        August 2015 – October 2016

  • Developed custom WordPress themes with HTML5 and Sass modeled after Photoshop PSD and Sketch files.
  • Created functional sample sites in HTML5, Sass, and Jquery before converting to WordPress; Used Jquery implementations to reduce reliance on WordPress plugins.
  • Built responsive emails using MailChimp and other email clients.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain code repositories using GitHub for versioning.
  • Maintained and updated web content for existing clients.

Senior Web Developer / The Pulse Network                                         November 2014 – May 2015

  • Designed, developed, and maintained custom WordPress installations for clients.
  • Managed budgeted hours, track requests, and file updates through 5PM software.
  • Designed a functional mobile application that displayed videos, podcasts, and livecasts.
  • Produced live and recorded webcasts using Blackmagic studio hardware and a tricaster.
  • Created and managed instructional how-to-use posts on company software.
  • Designed and sent email blasts through proprietary platform.

Lead Integration Specialist / HeavenGroup, Inc.                                     May 2011 – January 2013

  • Coordinated and built CMS websites for salons and spas in leading US markets; successfully completed a high volume of sites in a timely manner.
  • Built and maintained OpenCart stores and databases.
  • Trained clients on how to update and navigate their new websites.
  • Hired, trained, and managed a team in the production of websites and e-commerce.

Education 

Bachelor of Science in Digital Art and Design / Full Sail University 2007