Developer/Designer
Work
Spectro Skincare
Description
As primary developer on this project I processed and prepared all photoshop files to be used on the site, created the project within visual studio, and hand coded the presentation layer using HTML 5, ASP.NET and CSS. I also handled content placement and SEO implementation. It is a CMS-driven, with two sites residing under one domain — english and french — as well as some rich content including Modernizr, jQuery slideshow and a contest/survey registration.
Employer: Ciber, Inc.
Skills
- CSS
- HTML
- Javascript
- Visual Studio
- ASP .NET
Nicoderm CQ
Description
Working in tandem with a back-end developer, I was responsible for coding the front end. I processed and prepared Photoshop assets to be used on the site, added necessary files to the project within Visual Studio, and hand coded the presentation layer using HTML, ASP.NET and CSS. I also managed a junior developer handling content placement and SEO implementation. It is a CMS-driven site featuring the My Quit Place “app” which includes several user tools: create an account/track progress, savings calculator, quizzes, social media sharing, and a coupon registration.
Employer: Ciber, Inc.
Skills
- CSS
- HTML
- Javascript
- ASP .NET
- Visual Studio
- SQL
Customer Connect
Description
For this project I was responsible for design and development. I refined the overall look and feel of the site with client feedback and then translated the design into a landing page and templates for the application with HTML and CSS. My design process included concept sketches, hand-drawn elements, wireframes, sitemaps and eventually creating comps in Photoshop.
Employer: PPG Industries
Skills
- OmniGraffle
- Photoshop
- CSS
- HTML
Olympic Paint and Stain
Description
This site was on it’s surface a redesign, but was expanded to include many new features and fresh content. This required a complete reorganization of content and a design that would incorporate new functionality plus do a better job of directing users to desired information. I was responsible for doing initial research, restructuring user flow, generating all of the IA documents and creating a new look and feel. I also managed the project, working with two other developers to complete and launch the site under an extremely tight deadline.
Employer: PPG Industries
Skills
- OmniGraffle
- Photoshop
- CSS
- HTML
- Javascript
University of Georgia Law
Description
I was the primary developer on this project working entirely on the front-end to develop three template layouts to be used by the client within a Content Management System. This project was one of my first experiences with using the jQuery library. It was implemented in a few of the navigational elements.
Employer: BarkleyREI
Skills
- CSS
- HTML
- Javascript
Pennsylvania Tourism
Description
While working on the Pennsylvania Tourism project I updated and maintained several sites including visitPA, PA Civil War trails, and the tourism blog “The Savvy Grouse”. I was also responsible for sending weekly tourism email blasts using a CRM application.
Employer: BarkleyREI
Skills
- CSS
- HTML
- PHP
- Javascript
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Spectro Skincare
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Nicoderm CQ
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Customer Connect
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Olympic Paint and Stain
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University of Georgia Law
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Pennsylvania Tourism
Experience
Front End Developer
For the past 6 years, I have been primarily focused on front end development. Working for IT contractors, large corporations, agencies, start-ups, and freelance clients, I’ve been responsible for site development, maintenance, content management, CRM email marketing programs, coupons and contests, SQL reports, SEO implementation and social media integration.
Over the years, I’ve been presented with new development challenges which allow for the opportunity to expand on my knowledge and explore new technologies and solutions. I’m fluent in HTML and CSS and have been exploring the latest versions in recent projects. I’ve become very comfortable with developing projects on short timelines and am able to juggle several tasks at once. I’ve mostly worked as part of a development team to which assets are provided, but in many cases have handled asset creation/modification when necessary. Most recently I’ve taken on the role of lead developer, managing a larger project load, working on multiple International web sites that are localized sites in several different languages (e.g., Français and Español), providing estimates and technical requirements, and sharing feedback and guidance with junior developers.
Interface Designer
During my career I have also fulfilled the role of visual designer. My responsibilities have included: creating thumbnail sketches, visual concepts and mockups, designing logos and interfaces, making typography choices and presenting during client pitch meetings. Having the added knowledge of web development has allowed me to come up with creative design solutions that fall into the constraints of the web. I am very proficient in Photoshop and also have experience with Illustrator and Fireworks.
Information Architect
I have recently also taken on the role of Information Architect. I am excited about the User Experience Design and Information Architecture field and would like to focus on this moving forward. In my last position I was responsible for doing use cases, wireframes, sitemaps, prototypes(low and high fidelity) and usability testing – in addition to all design and development.
About
Fun Facts
My name is Jessica. Everyone calls me Jess or Jess Dale, which is fine (it suits me). That’s me in the above photo having a po’ boy and Abita in New Orleans.
Nerdiness is in my genes (thanks dad!). I’ve been in front of a computer screen since DOS. I started making websites when I discovered the internet (on dial-up) at 14. I was in the 9th grade when I decided that I would go to college and become a web designer. It’s always been my first love. I’m so amazed by how much the landscape of the web and how we experience it has changed, but still loving every minute of it.
STATS: Yinzer. Lover. Fighter. Geek. Farmer. Cook. Beer Snob. Student. INFJ. Aquarius.
LOVES: Rowing. Steelers. Menswear. Food Photography. Cleanses. New Orleans. LOST. Tattoos.
HATES: Spiders. Beets. Blue Cheese. Spitting. Top 40. Tyler Perry Movies. Clutter.