John James

John JAMES’ CV WEBSITE DESIGNER/DEVELOPER Freelance Website Designer/Developer passionate about creating unique browsing experiences via minimalist and responsive websites, over the past 4 years. Currently looking for exciting openings where I can showcase my expertise whilst improving my personal skills and contributing to company growth. WORK EXPERIENCE 1. Freelance Website Designer/Developer & WordPress Developer August 2015 – Present • Working on a range of web projects and being actively involved in all processes from start to finish. • Utilizing languages & technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress to build static websites & dynamic websites including blogs, landing pages, corporate websites and ecommerce websites. • Conducting research to create website content and importing already existing content. • Purchasing domain names/website hosting services for various clients. • Managing domains, files, SSL certificates, email accounts and more processes in cPanel. • Customizing free & premium WordPress themes and also creating custom themes from scratch. • Making layout and design tweaks to already existing websites, both static & dynamic. • Debugging common web development errors and creating/restoring website backups. • Improving website responsiveness and cross-browser compatibility. • Boosting website search rankings via SEO and providing web analytics reports. • Setting up a business named “JORP DESIGNS” to source for and interact with new & existing clients. • Meeting with said clients to understand their website needs and converting them into deliverables. • Collaborating with various marketing leads and company executives to create user-friendly content and targeted specific audiences to increase website traffic and promote company brands. 2. EXPOSURE NINJA, NOTTINGHAM, UK. June 2019 – Present Remote WordPress Developer • Working remotely with a team of designers & developers to create websites for company clients. • Converting PSD/PNG files and other wireframes to fully functional WordPress websites. • Utilizing tools like Figma, Slack, Hubstaff Time Tracker, Teamwork Projects & more in daily workflow. • Attending and participating in webinars to improve personal and team development skills. 3. THE DORCAS CANCER FOUNDATION, LAGOS, NIGERIA. Nov. 2017 – Present Website Designer/Developer & Administrator • Designing and building the organization’s website. • Updating and maintaining the organization’s website & email accounts. 4. LAGOS JAZZ SERIES, LAGOS, NIGERIA. Oct. 2017 – Nov. 2018 Website Designer/Developer & IT Support • Maintained the company websites and managed workspace email accounts. • Collated and organized client information in a database. • Configured and maintained network-connected devices and softwares. • Researched on designated topics and presented finished reports. • Ran several email campaigns with Mailchimp to promote company events. • Ran several social media advertising campaigns to promote company events. • Worked part-time as company accountant and managed financial records. 5. CRYSTAL CRUMBS LTD., LAGOS, NIGERIA. July 2015 – May 2018 Contract Web Designer/Web Developer • Designed websites for company clients. • Offered maintenance and consultancy services from time to time. 6. ACCESS SOLUTIONS LTD., ABUJA, NIGERIA. Web Design & UI Intern • Created various user interfaces for online bill payment kiosks. • Designed an online bookstore for selling old school books. • Provided IT support for Office Word and other programs. • Was appointed IT department secretary and took meeting minutes. Jan 2014 – July 2014 EDUCATION: DEGREES COVENANT UNIVERSITY, NIGERIA. July 2015 B. Eng Information and Communication Engineering Modules offered include: Applied Computer Programming, Software Development Techniques, Internet Technology, Website Development and Programming. EDUCATION: CERTIFICATIONS Udacity.com • July 2018 Front-End Web Developer GIIT, Lagos, Nigeria • Certified Web Developer (GCWD) • Certified Web Professional (GCWP) March 2017 CREATIVE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS • Website Coding Skills including HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, Flexbox, CSS Grid, JavaScript & jQuery. • Working knowledge of Backend Development languages including PHP & MySQL. • Content Management Systems including WordPress. Able to customize premium WordPress themes, create themes from scratch, create and display custom post types using Toolset & ACF plugins, write functions, customize plugins and troubleshoot common errors. • Digital Marketing Skills including SEO, Email Marketing, Social Media Advertising and Content Development. • Team, Management & Communication Software Skills including Figma, Zeplin, Teamwork Projects, Hubstaff Time Tracker, Slack, Skype and LastPass. • Website Management Skills including cPanel, Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Google reCaptcha and WordPress Security. • Microsoft Office Skills including Word. TOP WEB DESIGN PROJECTS S/N CLIENT WEBSITE TYPE ROLE WEBSITE ADDRESS 1 T3H eSports Corporate, Blog Lead Web Developer www.t3hesports.net 2 WorldKite Corporate, Blog Lead Web Designer/Developer www.worldkite.co.uk 3 Delz Erinle Portfolio Lead Web Designer/Developer www.delzerinle.com 4 Tyrelinks eCommerce Lead Web Designer/Developer www.tyrelinks.com 5 Protofast Corporate Lead Web Developer protofast.io To view the full portfolio, visit www.jorpdesigns.com/work CONNECT Email:-Phone Number: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-james-a Website: www.jorpdesigns.com Location: Lagos, Nigeria.