Karen Higgins: Web Developer

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Search Engine Optimisation

Identifying technical
solutions

Client facing skills

Troubleshooting

JavaScript

Web graphics
Bug fixing

Building templates
Image cropping

Maintaining data integrity
Building functionality

Web application
development

Mobile applications

Karen Higgins
Web Developer

PERSONAL SUMMARY

An ambitious problem solver with a passion for online businesses, and who
would like to join a team of like-minded developers. Karen has much
experience of creating logical and innovative solutions to complex problems.
She is thorough and precise in everything she does, and has a keen interest in
technology, mobile applications and user experience. As someone who takes
responsibility for her own personal development, she is continually evaluating
and upgrading her skills so that she stays at the cutting edge of web
development. She is a natural problem solver, who has proven herself by
successfully completing projects for IT consultancies, software houses, web
design agencies, and IT departments.

Right now Karen is looking for a suitable position with a company where
outstanding performance is recognised and where she can work on a variety of
high profile projects.

CAREER HISTORY

Web Design Company - Birmingham
WEB DEVELOPER Jul 2011- Present
Responsible for working on a range of projects, designing appealing websites
and interacting on a daily basis with graphic designers, back-end developers
and marketers.

Developing and maintaining the front end functionality of websites.
Participating in discussions with clients to clarify what they want.
Designing prototypes for apps and websites.
Creating logos, banners and buttons for websites.
Writing cross-browser compliant XHTML, CSS & JavaScript.
Simultaneously managing several databases and reporting tools.
Contacting external webmasters to confirm link placements.
Provide guidance to other team members on web development issues.
Developing websites that have a consistent feel and look throughout all
web properties.
Providing technical support to end users.
Identifying and correcting software deficiencies.
Devising SEO strategies based around specific keywords.

SEO Company - Coventry
TRAINEE WEB DEVELOPER Feb 09 - Jul 11
Worked as part of a multi-disciplinary team, carrying out ad-hoc tasks as
requested by the IT Manager. Had a specific brief to ensure the websites build
for customers precisely matched their requirements.

Wrote internal and external design specifications.
Performed maintenance and updates to existing client Web sites.
Involved in creating a comparison site from scratch.
Helped end users to solve operating problems.
Participated in brainstorming sessions to come up with ideas.
Documented software and technical specifications.
Provided guidance and advice to less experienced staff.
Worked on multiple projects simultaneously to a high standard.
Escalated operational issues to senior management.
Involved in a project to develop a large online gaming website.
Addressed cross-browser compatibility issues.
Integrated websites with Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

CAREER STATEMENT

I feel that my greatest
strengths are firstly my strong
commitment to providing a
professional service to all
colleagues with whom I work.
Secondly my skill at developing
and maintaining a close
working relationship with every
company client, something
which in turn helps me to gain
an in-depth understanding of
their individual needs. Thirdly
my real passion for Web
Development as a whole, an
obsession which allows me to
spot trends and develop best
practise processes.

Karen Higgins

Local School West Midlands
OFFICE JUNIOR Aug 2008 Feb 2009

Government Office West Bromwich
OFFICE ASSISTANT Jun 2007 Aug 2008

Clothes Store - Dudley
SALES ASSISTANT Oct 2006 May 2007

Local Charity - Birmingham
VOLUNTEER Jul 2006 Oct 2006

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Web Development
Knowledge of PHP, XHTML, CSS, XML and JavaScript/jQuery.
Awareness of the Web Development industry, and new technologies.
Social Media Monetisation Strategies.
Developing multi-user applications within a (SOA) service orientated
architecture.
Writing up technical manuals and user instructions.
Strategically thinking through all parts of the design process.
Knowledge of payment processing, customs clearance and multi-currency
pricing.
Knowledge of international web standards and protocols.
Professional
Able to organise own workload effectively and prioritise tasks.
Can quickly understand business requirements and then translate these into
functional requirements.
Having a passion for customer service & responding quickly to enquiries.
Can manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Adaptable and able to quickly pick up new techniques.
Understanding of W3C standards, web accessibility & best practice.
Personal
Passionate about doing a good job.
First rate interpersonal and communication skills, able to easily interact
with fellow developers and customers alike.
Comfortable with being the go to person in a company.
Strongly committed to all projects from inception right through to the end.
Confident, friendly and easy to get along with.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

University of Birmingham, 2003 - 2006
BA (Hons) Graphic Design

Central College Birmingham 2002 - 2003
Diploma in Business Studies

North Birmingham School 1998 - 2002
A levels:
Geography (A)
Maths (A)
English Literature and Communication (B).
History of teh Modern World (B)
Physics and Science Combined (A)

REFERENCES Available on request.

PERSONAL SKILLS
Creative thinker

Imaginative

Energetic

Deadline led

Initiative

Attention to detail

Innovative
Tactful & articulate

Problem solving

Reliable
Team player
Project management

Analytical

PERSONAL DETAILS

Karen Higgins
Dayjob Ltd
The Big Peg
Birmingham
B18 6NF
T: 0044 121 638 0026
M: 0870 061 0121
E: [email protected]

PROFESSIONAL
Advanced First Aid

French Speaker

German Speaker

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