Experienced web designer/developer, specializing in front-end development. Experienced with all stages of the development lifecycle for dynamic web projects, from initial design thru implementation. Well-versed in numerous programming languages, including HTML, CSS and Javascript. Strong background in project planning. Adept at working directly with clients and user groups.
Senior Web Developer
Feb 2023 - Present
DaySpring Cards, Inc. (A Hallmark Company)
- Led all development efforts on dayspring.com from bug fixes to new features
- Worked with external vendors to mitigate errors and keep dayspring.com updated
- Formalized the release cycle for code prior it to going to third-party vendor to be pushed to Adobe Commerce Cloud
- Created internal documentation for both the development and site management teams to better use our Magento 2/Adobe Commerce implementation
- Implemented OneTrust Cookie Manager on dayspring.com and mahogany.com
Web Developer
Mar 2017 - Feb 2023
DaySpring Cards, Inc. (A Hallmark Company)
- Worked closely with internal UI/UX designers, marketers and merchandisers, and external vendors to implement landing pages, new features and functionality across all Web properties including dayspring.com, mahogany.com
- Using Adobe XD and Figma wireframes turned these designs into working user interfaces in both Magento 2/Adobe Commerce and WordPress
- Developed custom WordPress themes utilizing the Genesis Framework for candacecbure.com, incourage.me, shepherdonthesearch.com and mahogany.com
- Researched, implemented and maintained Google Tag Manager for dayspring.com, improving site performance and making tag implementations easier
Software Designer/Developer
Jan 2011 - Mar 2017
The Belford Group
- Responsible for creating and maintaining the web presence of multiple clients
- Developed project concepts and maintain optimal workflow
- Captured and analyzed a client’s needs, applied learnings to the design and development of chosen solution, coordinated with clients on proposed changes
- Provided design and development on custom database-driven software applications
- Conducted quality assurance tests to discover errors and optimize usability
- Specialized in church, medical and parks and recreation department websites
- Created documentation on software applications, and internal processes, for use by project team members and clients
- Identified work tasks and due dates, assign to team members, oversaw scheduling of project milestones
- Trained new team members on software team processes, standards and procedures
Cybereducation Intern
Mar 2010 - Dec 2010
National Center for Supercomputing Applications
- Designed and developed new Web sites for the Illini Girls Engaged in Math and Science (GEMS) and the Institute for Chemistry Literacy through Computation Science (ICLCS) programs in Joomla.
- Maintained the ICLCS Moodle and monthly newsletter for participants.
- Helped to organize the Illini GEMS 2010 summer workshop on biodiversity for middle-school girls.
Junior Web Developer
Dec 2008 - Dec 2009
ApexCCTV
- Responsible for photographing and listing new products online, and maintaining the product catalog.
- Responsible for link building and developing product keywords for Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
- Wrote blog articles on CCTV and security cameras.
- Wrote documentation on internal processes.
B.S. Architectural Studies
Aug 2003 - May 2008
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
B.A. Journalism
Aug 2003 - May 2008
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville