Hi, my name is Oliver.

I’m a web developer and graphic designer.

I use WordPress and other modern web development tools to build websites.

 

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A little about me.

Yup, that’s me, playing video games on my Atari 800. I loved that computer. I started programming on it – BASIC text adventures that I forced my parents to play. It was around 1981 when it first arrived in my life, and as soon as I saw what computers could do, I was hooked. I lived, breathed, thought, and talked about computers day in and out. Then came the internet and mobile devices. Technology’s not slowing down and I love it more than ever.

 

These days I do more graphic design and web coding than gaming, but I’m sure that on occasion, you will find me with the same wide-eyed look  of glee you see there on my face. Typically it’s after I’ve learned something new or found something on the web that delights me.

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What makes me stand out?

Quick Learner

If I don’t know how to do it, I’ll learn it. Quickly.

Passionate

I love the web and am constantly working to improve my skills and knowledge of it.

Problem Solver

I enjoy figuring things out and making stuff work better.

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People person

I’m a geek, but I also like people. Does that make me an anomaly? Perhaps.

Employment History

Frontend Engineer, WebDevStudios

September 2019 – Present

WordPress Web Developer, TrackTik

January 2019 – September 2019

I was responsible for building and maintaining the corporate website and ensuring its function and performance. I built it using WordPress, ACF and industry best-practices. Additionally, I ensured that Marketo and Salesforce and Google Analytics worked well, sharing data and helping our sales team to leverage that data.

 

Web Developer, Stradigi AI

January 2018 – January 2019

  • Develop websites using WordPress utlizing:
    • SASS, PHP, AJAX and Javascript
    • Advanced Custom Fields
    • Custom Post Types
  • Adhere to best practices and commenting for code longevity and reuse
  • Optimize the Stradigi AI website for SEO and speed
  • Use Google Tag Manager and Analytics to analyze and constantly improve the website
  • Work on Single-page Applications using Vue.js
  • We use Agile methodology to deliver better code, faster
  • Use Git for version control (Bitbucket)
  • Fix website bugs
Front-end Developer, Technology Evaluation Centers

October 2017 – January 2018

  • Develop CSS (SASS), HTML, XML Transformations and layout for pages using Kentico CMS
  • Fix website bugs
  • Plan and strategize future site redesign
Web Developer / Designer, Thompson Rivers University
May 2013 – October 2017, Marketing & Communications Department

As the web developer/designer for Marketing and Communications at Thompson Rivers University, my job has a variety of functions:

  • Mockup, strategize and design all pages and web elements, using atomic design principles
  • Create engaging and user-friendly UX and UI to help our audience navigate the website
  • Write PHP to facilitate desired featured across the site, for geolocation, RSS feed import, ICS import, etc
  • Design new page templates to complement and enhance the TRU brand
  • Created landing pages and microsites that effectively convey our message via marketing campaigns
  • Supplement the functionality of pages with JQuery or JavaScript
  • Update and maintain design and writing standards for the TRU website
  • Design, implement and maintain the WordPress templates for all of the News sites at TRU
  • Promote the TRU brand
  • Come up with magical solutions to impossible problems

 

Graphic Designer, Thompson Rivers University
Dec. 2011 – May 2013, Open Learning Deivision

  • Applied current industry standards to develop graphics and context-appropriate images for a range of educational uses
  • Used iterative design, user testing, and collaborative media production expertise to create a variety of deliverables that support Media Team projects
  • Worked collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to maintain consistency and branding across materials within TRU guidelines
Web Developer / Graphic Designer, Mount Royal University
2005 – Nov. 2011, Library, Academic Development Centre

  • Oversaw the design, layout and structure of the Library’s new site
  • Designed and coded the Library’s mobile site, incorporating the online catalogue and off-site database searches
  • Built search engine to enable a searchable database of research tools
  • Provided maintenance and upkeep of the Library’s website
  • Developed an ongoing usability study to support best practices and to determine potential usability improvements
  • Managed the Summer Sandbox program, supervising students
Client Support Technician, Mount Royal University
1999 – 2005

  • Responded to incoming service requests promptly
  • Efficiently managed my time to assist clients with hardware and software issues
  • Serviced and supported computers, printers, related hardware
  • Supported 800 staff and 1000 faculty, both in-person and over the phone, while working on a team of 7
  • Tracked issues with a helpdesk system, following up on outstanding tickets to provide excellent customer support

Education

Computer Engineering Technology Diploma
 

1996 – 1998, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, Calgary, AB

This is where I learned how to solve problems in technology.

Bachelor of Arts, General Studies
 

 1991 – 1994, Okanagan University College

I completed 3 years and decided I really should be in computers instead.

Contact Me

phone: 514-554-6848

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Montreal, QC