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Snohomish, Washington, United States

Embarked on entrepreneurship by establishing Radio Apocalypse; dynamic music production group and event management company. Founded and spearheaded Radio Apocalypse, while overseeing all aspects of development and operation. Crafted brand identity from scratch, including logo design and brand messaging. Developed and approved comprehensive marketing materials for various events. Orchestrated creation and sale of merchandise items. Led hiring process for DJs, entertainers, vendors, and artists. Secured venues, permits, security personnel, and other event staff. Managed promotional content across multiple online platforms and community websites.• Developed and maintained technical infrastructure of website, encompassing JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.• Coded and launched custom website, implementing intricate data structures and page architectures.• Established robust network of over 175 industry professional DJs in Seattle area alone.• Ensured upkeep and functionality of all equipment necessary for event presentations.

Greater Seattle Area

Served as mentor, offering guidance and assistance in Agile methodologies and cultivating positive and supportive workplace atmosphere. Worked with team members, stakeholders, and product owners to ensure alignment of project objectives and deliverables. Encouraged teamwork, cooperation, and continuous enhancement among team members, resulting in heightened productivity and job satisfaction. Oversaw project metrics in Jira, guaranteeing accuracy and timeliness of data for project monitoring and reporting purposes.Noted Accomplishments:• Received accolades from clients as leading team companywide for synergy and collaborative efforts, underscoring constructive influence of effective teamwork and collaboration.• Prepared and presented project metrics for client briefings to leadership, offering valuable insights into project advancement and performance.• Played instrumental role in overcoming obstacles, enhancing architectural capabilities, and streamlining workflows at both team and project levels.• Guided two scrum teams within release train, while executing functional Salesforce platform using Agile Methodologies.

Greater Seattle Area

Projects: Ross Migration/Upgrade of Billing Servers & Executive RecruitingLed seamless migration and upgrade of billing servers from Windows Server 2008 to 2019, enhancing system efficiency and security. Developed and implemented comprehensive disaster recovery plan, safeguarding critical data and minimizing downtime risks. Played pivotal role in executive recruiting initiatives, focusing on dataset refinement and candidate tracking. Directed efforts toward candidate tracking, streamlining recruitment pipeline, and improving overall efficiency. Provided strategic insights into project goals, fostering alignment and maximizing outcomes.• Revamped and optimized existing datasets, enhancing accuracy and relevance in candidate selection processes.• Spearheaded transition to SQL Server 2019, ensuring compatibility and optimization of database operations.

Greater Seattle Area

Provided guidance to teams on importance of inclusive websites, cultivating awareness around accessibility. Advocated for user-centered design, recognizing positive impact on enhancing customer experience. Fostered close collaboration among cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth integration of evolving accessibility requirements. Translated intricate compliance documents into actionable technical requirements. Served as liaison between regulatory compliance and development teams, ensuring alignment in technical implementation.Noted Accomplishments:• Led transformative initiative to ensure full 508 accessibility compliance for CCPA microsite on att.com, advancing inclusivity and user satisfaction through accessible design, while achieving CCPA website compliance.• Developed reusable components exceeding AA standards, promoting accessibility across various products.• Streamlined accessibility efforts, while improving overall user experience.

Bothell, Washington, United States

Integrated data and assets into Adobe Experience Manager, leveraging new technologies for image renditions. Orchestrated migration of att.com assets into centralized content repository, while streamlining processes and reducing manual image manipulation. Translated clients' business requirements into detailed technical specifications, ensuring seamless integration of master images for on-demand copies in various sizes and compression levels. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align objectives and achieve optimal outcomes, reducing time-to-market for device launches. Provided valuable guidance in creating tasks and stories aligned with project objectives. Assessed risks and proposed proactive solutions to uphold project timelines, culminating in successful implementation of AEM for seamless data and asset integration.Noted Accomplishments:• Defined business requirements, drawing from previous projects, involving image asset manipulation for business purposes, as well as facilitated integration of data and assets through CRM Adobe Experience Manager by guiding migration, task creation, and risk assessment, optimizing operations, and ensuring effective client satisfaction.• Implemented innovative methodologies and practices, such as utilizing renditions to expedite time-to-market, maximizing CRM platform's full potential.• Ensured smooth transfer process, while maintaining data integrity.

Bothell, Washington, United States

Collaborated with AT&T SEO team and stakeholders from DirecTV acquisition to align SEO practices and ensure consistency across platforms. Conducted comprehensive training sessions and workshops to educate stakeholders on SEO best practices, emphasizing importance of integrating SEO content into product datasets. Served as technical consultant for AT&T SEO team, facilitating integration of SEO practices between AT&T and newly acquired DirecTV. Led initiative to restructure product catalog data feed to incorporate SEO content within each product dataset.Noted Accomplishments:• Enhanced visibility and discoverability of AT&T and DirecTV products in search engine results by coordinating allocation of resources to develop microservices tailored to provide SEO content for display on product pages.• Boosted search engine rankings and visibility of individual products by integrating relevant SEO elements, such as meta tags, keywords, and optimized descriptions.• Bridged gap in SEO practices, empowering both brands to optimize online visibility and drive organic traffic by fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing.• Elevated SEO performance of AT&T and DirecTV by spearheading development of microservices and restructuring product catalog data feed.

Bothell, Washington, United States

Led a self-driven team of developers in the development of high-value web content as the Scrum Master and Developer. Successfully facilitated the transformation of the "Rich Media" team into a formal Agile team, ensuring efficient project management and collaboration.Key accomplishments:• Transformed "Rich Media" team to Agile, enhancing productivity:o Introduced Scrum framework and facilitated daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.o Fostering transparency and continuous improvement through defined roles and workflow.• Defined acceptance criteria and user stories, improving project planning and requirements gathering:o Collaborated with stakeholders for clear and actionable user stories.o Broke down complex requirements into manageable tasks for the team.• Developed award-winning Global Video Player (GVP) for immersive user experience:o Utilized advanced web technologies and UI/UX best practices.o Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless integration into AT&T's website.o Recognized for innovative design and enhancing user experience.Successfully guided the Agile transformation and delivered innovative web content, including the acclaimed GVP.

Bothell, Wa

Managed application platforms and supported internal AT&T workstreams to adopt and utilize.Key Accomplishments:• Mentored a diverse development team, ensuring adherence to best practices for brand standards, accessibility standards, and coding excellence. This involved:o Providing technical guidance, conducting knowledge sharing sessions, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.o Collaborating with team members to identify and implement coding best practices, optimizing code quality and efficiency.o Conducting thorough code reviews and providing constructive feedback to enhance the overall development process.• Utilized a wide range of coding methods, including ActionScript and JavaScript libraries such as Angular and React, to create highly engaging customer web experiences. This involved:o Leveraging ActionScript to develop interactive and dynamic elements, elevating user interactivity and visual appeal.o Harnessing the power of JavaScript libraries such as Angular and React to build scalable and responsive web applications, ensuring optimal performance across various devices and browsers.o Collaborating closely with designers, content creators, and cross-functional teams to integrate seamlessly developed features into the overall website experience.• Played a pivotal role as a member of the "Rich Media" team responsible for delivering the prime website experience, including impactful landing page banners, comprehensive product detail page media packs, interactive microsites, and captivating video presentations.As a Senior Developer, I successfully managed application platforms, provided valuable mentorship to the development team, and contributed to the "Rich Media" team's delivery of captivating web experiences for AT&T customers. By adhering to industry best practices and standards, I ensured the development of high-quality, user-centric web solutions.

Bothell, Washington, United States

Create rich, user interactive internet applications for publication on AT&T's eCommerce website, specializing in motion and video presentation.

Bothell, Washington, United States

Develop media applications, primarily in flash, for publication on the AT&T eCommerce website.