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Jessica Jones

Summary

Experienced Front-End Web Developer with a passion for building and optimizing beautiful user-focused Shopify themes that exceed client expectations. Enthusiastic team player who brings a strong commitment to collaboration, solutions-oriented problem-solving, and building intuitive and engaging experiences for all users, regardless of how they access the web.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Freelance Web Developer

Self Employed
05.2019 - 07.2023
  • Developed e-commerce experiences for clients such as Nufs.ca, Be You Apparel, RCU (Responsible Cannabis Use), and Skiis & Biikes.
  • Enhanced website user experience by developing responsive and interactive design elements.
  • Streamlined website loading times for improved performance, implementing advanced optimization techniques.
  • Troubleshot and resolved site performance issues, maintaining optimal functioning across various devices and browsers.
  • Developed custom Shopify themes for clients to achieve unique online branding and functionality.


During this time, I also stayed home to care for my young family during the COVID 19 pandemic and while my child was in preschool part-time. I continued to take on small Shopify projects and kept up-to-date on front-end development technologies and updates to the Shopify platform.

Maternity Leave

Demac Media
01.2018 - 05.2019

Shopify Theme Developer

Demac Media
09.2015 - 01.2018
  • Utilized my knowledge of HTML, CSS, Liquid, JavaScript, and Ruby to turn beautiful in-house designs into highly customized Shopify themes for clients.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new features.
  • Reduced development time by creating reusable code libraries for future projects.
  • Contributed innovative ideas during brainstorming sessions, driving project success through creative problem-solving.
  • Developed comprehensive documentation to facilitate seamless handoff to other team members.

Marketing and Communications Manager

Dancer Transition Resource Centre
11.2010 - 07.2015
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and executing strategic marketing campaigns.
  • Enhanced customer engagement through the creation of compelling content for social media and email marketing initiatives.
  • Managed public relations efforts, securing positive media coverage to promote company events and accomplishments.
  • Provided support and created marketing materials for fundraising efforts.
  • Organized and implemented the on the MOVE conference for emerging young dancers each year.
  • Added features and fixed bugs on DTRC website.

Education

Web Development Bootcamp - Front-End Web Development

Juno College (HackerYou)
Toronto, ON
07.2015

Master of Music - Orchestral Performance

New England Conservatory of Music
Boston, MA
05.2008

Bachelor of Music - Orchestral Performance

McGill University
Montreal, QC
05.2005

Skills

  • Shopify
  • Liquid
  • Front-End Skills: HTML, CSS
  • Javascript
  • JSON
  • Web Accessibility
  • Website Optimization
  • Responsive Design
  • Code Debugging
  • Version Control: Git, GitHub
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem Solving

Languages

English
French

Workshops

Juno College (HackerYou) Ru

Timeline

Freelance Web Developer

Self Employed
05.2019 - 07.2023

Maternity Leave

Demac Media
01.2018 - 05.2019

Shopify Theme Developer

Demac Media
09.2015 - 01.2018

Marketing and Communications Manager

Dancer Transition Resource Centre
11.2010 - 07.2015

Web Development Bootcamp - Front-End Web Development

Juno College (HackerYou)

Master of Music - Orchestral Performance

New England Conservatory of Music

Bachelor of Music - Orchestral Performance

McGill University
Jessica Jones