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Mariah Sobey

Whistler,BC

Summary

My career in marketing is one I chose because it's something I'm passionate about and love doing every day! Over the past 7 years, I have worn many hats, ranging from Founder and Project Manager to Full Stack Developer. This diverse experience has given me a deep understanding of all the working parts that go into building successful brands and applications. I have helped many clients bring their vision to life, with experience ranging from SEO strategy to design and development.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Web Designer / Developer

Freelance
Whistler, BC
07.2023 - Current
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their business goals and develop custom website solutions that align with their brand identity.
  • Design and develop responsive websites using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other front-end technologies to ensure a seamless user experience across devices.
  • Implement SEO best practices, including keyword research, on-page optimization, and content strategy, to improve search engine rankings and drive organic traffic.
  • Utilize graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create visually appealing layouts and graphics for websites.
  • Manage web hosting, domain registration, and other technical aspects of website deployment to ensure optimal performance and security.
  • Conduct website audits and performance analyses to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to enhance site functionality and user engagement.
  • Provide ongoing website maintenance and support, including troubleshooting issues, updating content, and implementing security measures to protect against cyber threats.
  • Stay current with industry trends and technologies to continuously improve skills and offer cutting-edge solutions to clients.

Frontend Developer

Massive Media
BC
04.2022 - Current
  • Developing custom functionality from scratch, leveraging current best practices in PHP, JavaScript/TypeScript and SCSS/CSS
  • Work closely with Project Managers and the Directors to produce accurate delivery estimates
  • Collaborating with Designers (using Figma) to ensure UX outcomes translate into efficient, clean code
  • Informing and communicating database infrastructure needs on projects large and small
  • Reviewing code and pushing changes through to production
  • Collaborating with the Project Management office on internal QA
  • Version control using Git
  • Building custom WordPress themes and functionality following WCAG standards
  • CSS Animations
  • Creating Technical Documents to be used as a Client and Internal reference point from Development
  • Third party integrations
  • Efficiently and clearly communicating technical risks and tradeoffs to less technical team members across the organization and to clients, empowering them with accurate and actionable information
  • Working with relational databases
  • Overseeing scopes and timelines of development projects to ensure they are executed on time and on budget.

Full Stack Developer

Nonfiction Studios
02.2019 - 04.2022
  • Working with a small team, building, implementing, and maintaining websites (static and CMS), and custom web apps while collaborating with marketing teams to implement website strategies that align with marketing goals
  • Implementation of SEO, analytics, and digital marketing, including utilizing SEO techniques to improve website visibility and drive organic traffic
  • Version control using Git
  • Building custom WordPress themes and functionality with the help of React, ACF, and more, to assist in the creation and execution of digital marketing campaigns
  • CSS Animations
  • Integrating, testing, and deploying security patches for frameworks and Content Management Systems, and providing support for marketing initiatives, including social media campaigns and email marketing efforts
  • Integrating 3rd party APIs, both client-side and server-side
  • Front-end development using modern Javascript, CSS standards, and coordinating with designers and developers to ensure project requirements are met
  • Using manual and automated testing tools to ensure performance, reliability, and compatibility with a wide range of devices and browsers
  • Running terminal applications
  • Linux hosting and deployment – including logging, monitoring, and performance tuning of applications using MySQL, Apache, Nginx, Docker, and PHP
  • Working with design apps, including Photoshop, XD, and Figma, and analyzing website performance metrics to make recommendations for improvements

Founder

Localfolk
03.2020 - 08.2020
  • Conceptualized, designed, and developed a responsive website to connect users with local vendors during the pandemic in 2020.
  • Implemented SEO strategies to improve the website's visibility and ranking on search engines.
  • Managed the project from conception to completion, including timeline planning, resource allocation, to final delivery and ongoing maintenance.
  • Conducted market research to identify user needs and preferences, informing website design and functionality.
  • Collaborated with local vendors to onboard them onto the platform, ensuring a seamless user experience.
  • Utilized project management tools to track progress, manage tasks, and meet project deadlines.
  • Continuously optimized the website based on user feedback and analytics data to enhance user experience and drive engagement.
  • Implemented security measures to protect user data and ensure a safe browsing experience.
  • Provided training and support to vendors on how to optimize their listings for better visibility on the platform.

Software Development Engineer

Sphinx Information Technology
02.2017 - 02.2019
  • Rewriting AngularJS application to Angular5
  • Building software from scratch, using data-driven development: Angular5, Typescript, Java, Spring Boot, CassandraDB, Docker
  • Testing, modifying, and improving the performance of existing software
  • Overseeing front-end design and development
  • Creating and modifying clean code related to the software and software architecture
  • API and database creation and modification using custom queries
  • Software design analysis and implementation
  • Version control using Git/Github

Education

SAIT
04.2017

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Digital Marketing
  • Cross Browser Compatibility
  • Time Estimates
  • Attention to Detail
  • Client Relations
  • Communication
  • Thorough Research
  • Driving Results
  • Establishing Priorities
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • UX Design
  • Media Management
  • Multiple Projects Simultaneously
  • Social Media Management
  • Google Analytics

Personal Information

Title: Full Stack Developer

Timeline

Web Designer / Developer

Freelance
07.2023 - Current

Frontend Developer

Massive Media
04.2022 - Current

Founder

Localfolk
03.2020 - 08.2020

Full Stack Developer

Nonfiction Studios
02.2019 - 04.2022

Software Development Engineer

Sphinx Information Technology
02.2017 - 02.2019

SAIT

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