Senior Front-End Developer

Allegiance Group – Arlington, VA (Remote)
June 2021 – August 2023

  • Created production-ready themes and plugins for multiple WordPress websites as a senior member of the development team.
  • Led the development, testing and deployment of websites 
  • Updated and managed existing websites to ensure they were secure and up-to-date with the latest versions of WordPress and contributed plugins.
  • Worked closely with the design team to implement pixel perfect UI designs and responsive web design.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new features and improve user experience.
  • Facilitated client training for managing and updating content in WordPress.

Senior UX Designer/Developer

Yes& Agency – Arlington, VA (Remote)
May 2021 – August 2023

  • Created custom themes and plugins for multiple Drupal 7 and 8 websites as a senior member of the development team.
  • Led the development, testing and deployment of custom modules and plugins for specific functionalities
  • Updated and managed existing websites to ensure they were secure and up-to-date with the latest versions of Drupal and contributed modules.
  • Worked closely with the design team to implement pixel perfect UI designs and responsive web design.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new features and improve user experience.
  • Created and maintained documentation for custom themes and plugins for other developers to use and maintain.
  • Acted as a mentor to junior team members and led code reviews to ensure the team is delivering high-quality code.

Interactive Developer

Sage Communications – McLean, VA (Remote)
September 2014 – April 2021

  • Led the development of responsive websites and microsites for clients, including building and maintaining content management systems, conducting browser compatibility testing, managing versioning, performing bug-fixes, and implementing routine security updates.
  • Created and maintained user experience documents, such as site maps, wireframes, and user profiles, to guide the development process and improve user experience.
  • Provided design and technical guidance to the design team, including designing interactive mockups and creating production-level themes.
  • Developed custom WordPress and Drupal frameworks and libraries of components using Bootstrap to streamline the development process and improve the performance and maintainability of the websites.
  • Collaborated with the creative and account management teams throughout the project lifecycle by providing expertise in strategy, usability, user experience, information architecture, and content management.
  • Developed interactive PDFs, HTML newsletters, and email blasts with valid markup and performed browser testing.
  • Led hands-on CMS trainings and presentations for clients and provided detailed documentation for web projects.
  • Drove the merger of the strategic, technical, and creative departments involved in the web design and development process resulting in the first W3 Award in the agency’s 14-year history.
  • Assisted the IT team with server management and infrastructure optimization.

Web Coordinator

Personalized Medicine Coalition – Washington, DC
August 2013 – May 2014

  • Led the daily updates to the website, managed the membership database (CRM), and designed and distributed HTML newsletters and email blasts.
  • Coordinated and implemented integrations with external teams.
  • Led the development of the front-end of the website, refined the user experience, and optimized the website’s speed.
  • Performed in-depth social media audit and developed and implemented a social media plan to increase outreach.
  • Provided hands-on support for conferences and meetings that included designing and creating presentations and managing event sales and ticketing.
  • Led the design and development of websites, microsites, brand identity packages, and digital and print media assets.
  • Developed user experience documents including site maps, wireframes, and user profiles.
  • Prepared project plans, design briefs, and functionality requirement documents.
  • Led the development and pitching of proposals and secured contracts for prospective clients and managed projects and client relationships throughout the project life cycle.

Web Designer & Developer

BrandEngage – Washington, DC
September 2010 – May 2014

  • Led the design and development of websites, microsites, brand identity packages, and digital and print media assets.
  • Created and maintained user experience documents, such as site maps, wireframes, and user profiles, to guide the development process and improve user experience.
  • Prepared project plans, design briefs, and functionality requirement documents.
  • Led the development and pitching of proposals, securing contracts for prospective clients, and managing projects and client relationships throughout the project life cycle.

Projects

Creative Director

HALFANDHALF® – Washington, DC
July 2017 – May 2018

  • Designed and produced social media content and assets, including editing photos, designing campaign collateral, and producing video content.
  • Successfully led the development of a custom Shopify theme using Liquid that improved the online store’s performance and user experience.
  • Led the design and development of the brand’s identity and products that increased brand recognition and customer loyalty.
  • Successfully managed the inventory and production process, resulting in timely delivery of products to customers.
  • Designed campaign collateral and produced video content for social media and assets that increased engagement and reach on social media platforms.

Creative Director

VintageSnapbacks.com – Washington, DC
November 2008 – October 2010

  • Successfully led the design and development of a website and brand that increased online sales and user engagement.
  • Designed marketing assets and collateral; implemented multi-channel marketing campaigns, resulting in increased brand awareness and customer acquisition.
  • Led the curation of inventory and management of customer service and logistics, resulting in an increase in customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Successfully cultivated vendor and affiliate relationships and managed wholesale clients, resulting in an increase in wholesale sales.
  • Led the design of a trade show booth display that generated new business leads.