Grace Clower
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SUMMARY
Software Engineer and artist who loves problem solving, collaborating with a team, and finding creative solutions to
complex problems and projects. Specializing in front-end functionality, using data to inform strategy and design
wireframes to translate client needs and requirements into functional and user-friendly elements. Leveraging a
background in customer service and theater to consistently build and motivate teams focusing on collaboration and
sharing resources to improve business outcomes.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Languages: HTML | JavaScript | CSS | SQL | Git | Python | Node | JSON
Libraries: React | Express.js | Django
Databases: JSON API | Github | PostgreSQL | MongoDB | RESTful Routing
Personal Skills: Teamwork, curiosity, teaching, time management, sword-fighting, problem-solving
PROJECTS
Full Stack Developer, Where Art Thou? - Live | Github - HTML, CSS, JavaScript
A site where users can find a list of available media, based on their country and streaming service.
● Made varying JSON API fetch calls for all features of the application to ensure users receive the most consistent
and up to date options
● Utilized CSS and a range of media queries to optimize the look and feel of the user experience.
Full Stack Developer, Well Met! - Live | Github - React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
A virtual walkthrough of all public domain art from The Met.
● Created a flexible viewing page for all available art pieces based on user chosen departments or random selection,
pulled from The Met API.
● Connected to The Met API and customized search to prevent non-public domain pulls.
Backend Developer, Broadway Bound API - Github - Express, MongoDB, Javascript
A database of all currently running broadway shows with links to tickets and opening/closing dates
● Assembled an easily navigable database with full CRUD accessibility.
● Scoping 3 phased project to develop and implement an API to source and categorize all discounted Broadway
tickets into one hub.
Full Stack Developer, Rek’t - Live | Github - MongoDB, Express, React, Node.js, CSS, JavaScript
A social platform that allows passionate gamers to explore, review, and share their love of their favorite games.
● Worked with a team to create and implement a NoSQL database of popular video games.
● Created functionality that allows users to comment, track, and edit reviews on games.
Full Stack Developer, Riff - Github - Django, Python, React, Node.js, CSS, JavaScript
A platform designed to facilitate collaboration among artists and enable crowd-sourced art creation.
● Built, maintained, and updated Django/Python backend database, creating a wide range of routes to ease front end
implementation and allow for tree structured comments.
● Created functionality for users to favorite and track posts by other users allowing for a ‘For You’ page.
Frontend Developer, TouchStone - Github - Django, Python, React, Node.js, CSS, JavaScript
A language app to help learn the basics of braille, designed for teachers or parents of kids who are visually impaired.
● Worked with UX designers to build a seamless and intuitive learning experience.
● Built all front end file structures and created all components for use throughout the app.
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Service Team Lead
Wellington, New Zealand
Toyota Rutherford & Bond
October 2021 - December 2023
● Built a customized tracking system in Excel to track all active jobs to support project management and align
budgets to monthly growth targets and KPIs.
● Conducted team training programs; individualizing strategy and planning based on employee needs.
Client Relations Manager
Remote
Mediterranean Wellness
January 2019 – October 2021
● Managed multiple corporate clients as primary POC, scheduling and implementing yearly employee challenges,
wellness education, and biometric data to increase employee health and engagements; reducing overhead costs.
● Organized and managed a global weight loss program with over 3K participants and a global fitness program that
spanned 28 countries.
Supervisor, Reservations
New York, NY
NoHo Hospitality
May 2015 – June 2019
● Supervised a centralized reservations department that took calls for 12 restaurant and bar locations in Manhattan,
Brooklyn, Baltimore, and Detroit receiving approximately 6,000 calls per week.
Assistant Teacher - Stage Combat
New York, NY
NYU, SUNY Purchase
September 2013 – January 2019
● Taught multiple stage combat weapon techniques across various age groups, focusing on safety and flexibility of
learning styles.
EDUCATION
Software Engineer, Immersive, General Assembly
New York, NY
Full-stack software engineering immersive program, 12-week, 500+ hours focused on product development,
object-oriented programming, MVC frameworks, data modeling, and team collaboration strategies. Developed a
portfolio of individual and group projects.
New York University, Tisch School of the Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Musical Theatre
New York, NY
