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Supported senior instructor in coaching students to front end course curriculum objective mastery in subjects including HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript functions, CRUD operations, Terminal, Git/GitHub, Postman/ APls, Firebase, Promises and React.• Led ad hoc small group live coding sessions to address gaps in student understanding. • Conducted daily standups and one-on-one growth check-ins to measure student progress and provide timely feedback.• Leveraged GitHub discussion board to offer assistance with code questions.

Oversaw a team of 9 developers in building and deploying components for an assortment of company products, as well as custom component theming. Led the team through migration from HTML/CSS to use of Svelte components.• Exponentially increased (~2700%) the team's output and reduced errors through cross-functional team collaboration for process improvement, ensuring alignment with business goals.• Conducted code reviews and provided mentorship to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Thoughtfully engaged in team development through the implementation of continuous feedback, goal setting and performance reviews.• Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and requirements. Allocated resources based on project guidelines, and established timelines.

Leveraged HTML and CSS in the UI development of company products, such as Score Simulator, Credit Report, Credit Overview, Debt Analysis and Score Factors, with client theming applied.• Developed solutions that aligned with business objectives. Wrote and tested software application code, ensuring high quality and maintainability. Identified opportunities for code refactoring and optimization to improve performance.• Worked closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to understand requirements and provide technical insight.

Nashville, Tennessee

Developed and supported applications to enhance business/operational processes in use by Private Wealth clients, advisors and associates. Performed UI development tasks for the rebranding of client-facing company site.• Performed low- to mid-level priority OfficeTeams and OfficeWeb modifications leveraging C# and JavaScript in accordance with business request.• Built SSRS reports in compliance with Wealth Forecasting System client package refresh and Office Teams enhancements. Created and modified stored procedures, functions and database design/content leveraging SQL.• Developed AEM-compatible components utilizing HTML and Sass in accordance with design specs for Bernstein website redesign project.

Greater Memphis Area

Conceptualize and oversee the execution of designs, concepts and layouts in accordance with brand strategy for clients seeking to promote their events, promotions, businesses or organizations.• Develop design strategies upon the performance of a thorough assessment of client needs by in-person, phone or email consultation.• Design and redesign computer graphics, web page graphics, logos, advertisements, brochures and many other forms of visual communication using Adobe CC apps, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.• Develop and maintain client websites, performing regular updates in accordance with client needs.• Conceptualize, design and print commemorative booklets for funeral homes in preparation for memorial services.

Greater Memphis Area

• Designed/developed informational print materials for distribution to the student body as needed.• Provided feedback and approval of marketing materials for Adult Ed.• Created, compiled, and maintained PowerCampus and Excel reports for statistical analysis of the university’s adult and graduate programs in the areas of enrollment, marketing, and development.• Provided best practices training and support for Directors of the Jackson, Orlando, Memphis, Houston, Chattanooga, Atlanta, and Online/Virtual campuses servicing adult and graduate students.• Collaborated with admissions and student services directors in evaluating all student program and course withdrawals for retention tracking purposes; provided monthly retention reports by campus and program for review by the University president.• Spearheaded research regarding trends in higher education to make recommendations for university initiatives and programs.• Oversaw revisions to the Belhaven student handbook and student services policies and procedures manual.

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Aerospace Administration

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