Resume

Experienced web designer/developer, specializing in front-end development. Experienced with all stages of the development cycle for dynamic web projects, from initial design thru implementation. Well-versed in numerous programming languages, including JavaScript, SQL and HTML. Strong background in project planning. Adept at working directly with clients and user groups.

Experience

Web developer

DaySpring Cards, Inc. - Siloam Springs, Ark. - March 2017 to Present

  • Responsible for turning UI/UX wireframes into working user interfaces in Magento and WordPress
  • Modified existing code to implement new design and functionality for all Web properties, including dayspring.com, incourage.me and maryandmartha.com
  • Developed new WordPress theme and built Web site for candacecbure.com

Software designer/developer and Project Manager

The Belford Group - Fayetteville, Ark. - January 2011 to March 2017

  • 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

Projects: GraceBase Online, Online Signup, Purchase Order System

Cybereducation Intern

National Center for Supercomputing Applications - Urbana, Ill. - March 2010 to December 2010

  • 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.
  • Designed the GEMS logo.

Junior Web developer

ApexCCTV - Allen, Texas - December 2008 to December 2009

  • 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.

Student Intern

University of Arkansas - Fayetteville, Ark. - August 2007 to May 2008

  • Wrote and edited information, content, and design for admissions Web site and print publications.

Education

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, Ark. - August 2003 to May 2008

  • Bachelor of Science, Architectural Studies
  • Bachelor of Art, Journalism – Concentration in news editorial
Recognitions
  • Graduated May 10, 2008 with Distinction
  • GPA: 3.546
  • Fall 2007 Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s List
  • Spring 2006 Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences Dean’s List
Activities
  • Study abroad Spring 2007: completed one semester of study in Rome, Italy
Continuing Education
  • Spring 2011: Arkansas History, Essentials of Literacy and Literacy Assessment, and Interventions in the Classroom

Collin College

Plano, Texas - Fall 2008 to Spring 2009

Continuing Education
  • Marketing principles, Digital photography, Basic and Intermediate Computer-Aided Draftingm

Skills

Programming Languages

  • HTML
  • CSS
  • Javascript/jQuery
  • VBScript/Classic ASP
  • PHP

Content Management Systems

  • WordPress
  • Magento
  • Silverstripe

Frameworks

  • Bootstrap

Software

  • Microsoft Office
  • Adobe CS
  • Microsoft Visual Studio/ VS Code
  • SQL Server Management Studio

Operating Systems

  • Mac
  • Windows

Strengths

  • Analytical, Problem Solving, Detailed Oriented
  • Organizational and Time Management Skills
  • Planning and completing project tasks in a timely fashion
  • Works well under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Verbal and written communication; Documentation
  • Comfortable working independently and as a team member
  • Training and mentoring new team members
  • Quick learner

Girl Scouts

  • Member for 25+ years; Lifetime Member
  • Girl Scout Gold Award Recipient 2003
  • Girl Scout Silver Award Recipient 2001
  • Cadette Troop Volunteer 2015-2017
  • Junior Troop Leader 2012-2013
  • Brownie Troop Co-Leader 2007-2008
  • During summers of 2005 – 2007, volunteered at a Girl Scout Day Camp in Milwaukee, Wisc., assisting the director, and planning and leading activities for girls ages nine to 15.