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Victoria, Bc, Ca

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Course Studio is both a software consultancy and SaaS product, called Wobo. As VP of Engineering, I lead the engineering organization for both the consultancy and product. I am responsible for creating a culture of high technical excellence across both engineering organizations. I manage a team of engineering directors to guide architectural design decisions, and oversee the planning, execution and delivery of high impact engineering projects.

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

MetaLab is a design and development agency. Since 2006, they’ve helped everyone from tiny web startups to Fortune 50 companies build digital products that are simple, beautiful and easy to use.As Engineering Director, I managed the engineering department and mentored our principal and senior engineers and engineering leads on projects and in their professional development. • Responsible for the production delivery of 2 - 4 concurrent fullstack engineering projects in collaboration with engineering leads • Create the technical architecture design and implementation plan of software projects across cloud infrastructure, web and mobile applications, and backend/API services • Define the engineering department’s operations and strategy, from the day-to-day processes to the long-term technical direction (SDLC, CI/CD, resourcing, coaching, learning & development) • Work with our sales and business development team to scope, pitch, and win multi-million dollar design and engineering programs • Grow existing client accounts from quarter million to multi-million dollars in revenue.Skills: Typescript · React.JS · React Native · Node.JS · Ruby on Rails · REST/GraphQL/RPC · Relational Databases (Postgres) · Containerization (Docker) · Cloud Infrastructure (AWS) · Infrastructure-as-code (Terraform)

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

As an Engineering Lead, I was responsible for leading engineering teams that build applications for the web. I worked closely with both internal and external design, engineering, and product management teams to ship scalable and maintainable products to market.• Led the development of fullstack applications across web, mobile, and backend API services.• Delivered production software in many regulated industries, including healthcare, finance, and real estate. • Built applications from scratch, starting from technical research to technical design and implementation• Managed teams of engineers (5 - 10 individuals per team) using agile development practices. I was responsible for sprint planning, task creation, task delegation, and retrospectives.• Mentored and assisted other engineers on the team with the technical aspects• Preformed code review and development• Preformed production deploymentsSkills: TypeScript · Apollo GraphQL · A11y · Web Performance · React.JS · React Native · Node.JS · Ruby on Rails · Postgres · AWS

Victoria, Bc

Sensu is an open source distributed system for IT infrastructure observability, monitoring and alerting. The system can monitor tens of thousands of entities, processing tens of thousands of events per second.As a senior software engineer, I worked on both frontend and backend applications. On the frontend, I was responsible for building a systems monitoring client in Typescript. On the backend, I was responsible for building GraphQL backend API in GoLang.Skills: TypeScript · Apollo GraphQL · React.JS · Redux · GoLang · Docker · CLI development

Victoria, Bc

As an Engineering Lead, I was responsible for leading engineering teams that build applications for the web. I worked closely with both internal and external design, engineering, and product management teams to ship scalable and maintainable products to market.• Led the development of fullstack applications across web, mobile, and backend API services.• Delivered production software in many regulated industries, including healthcare, finance, and real estate. • Built applications from scratch, starting from technical research to technical design and implementation• Managed teams of engineers (5 - 10 individuals per team) using agile development practices. I was responsible for sprint planning, task creation, task delegation, and retrospectives.• Mentored and assisted other engineers on the team with the technical aspects• Preformed code review and development• Preformed production deploymentsSkills: TypeScript · Apollo GraphQL · A11y · Web Performance · React.JS · React Native · Node.JS · Ruby on Rails · Postgres · AWS

Victoria, Bc

As a Fullstack Engineer, I delivered production code for frontend web applications and backend API services. In this role I was responsible for the technical planning, technical design, software development and deployment of web applications for a variety of clients. • Created GraphQL and REST APIs using Ruby on Rails and Elixir/Phoenix • Created interactive front-end UIs using React, Redux, Relay, Apollo, and Webpack in Javascript • Deployed production applications with a focus on zero-downtime strategies • Created unit and integration tests on the front-end and back-end • Designed and developed an automated end-to-end testing architecture using Selenium and CircleCI • Planned and estimated new software projects on the frontend and backend. • Created product specification and software architecture documents including technical service blueprints, entity relationship diagrams (ERDs), client/server sequence diagrams, and deployment pipeline documentationSkills: Javascript · Elixir · REST · Apollo GraphQL · A11y · i18n · Web Performance · React.JS · Node.JS · Ruby on Rails · Phoenix · Postgres · AWS

Victoria, Bc

Lighthouse Labs is an 8 week coding bootcamp that takes beginner programers and turns them into junior developers.As a Teaching Assistant, I help students understand coding logic, and teach them how to think like a dev. In the course we teach students about HTML/CSS, Javascript, Ruby on Rails, Software Architecture, Test Driven Development, Responsive Design, Node.js, and many popular APIs.

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Victoria, Bc

As the City's Online Engagement Strategist I was responsible for online engagement growth, brand strategy, and creative production.In this role I managed the City's website and social platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram, and developed the City's first social strategy.This position made heavy use of my skills in digital marketing, graphic design, and videography. I functioned as the creative producer and digital marketing manager for many City projects, including annual budget and strategic planning, neighbourhood planning, active transportation engagement, and more. For these projects, I planned marketing campaigns and produced visual assets, videos, and animations that helped grow engagement between the City and residents. I also wrote engagement reports for City Council that analyzed the success of these campaigns.

Victoria Bc

As a digital marketing strategist, I worked with businesses to create digital marketing.Together small business owners, I developed marketing goals for the business and solutions to get them from A to B. I worked primarily with retail, food & beverage, and night life clients.I specialized in creative direction, digital marketing strategy, and graphic design.

Victoria, Bc

Sendwithus is an email marketing solution and YC'14 grad that specializes in lifecycle emails.As the company's Marketing Coordinator, I was responsible for acquiring new users for the product, developing the company's brand and marketing strategy, and creating marketing content based on research and user feedbackIn this position I relied heavily on my web design, copywriting, and research skills.During my time at the company, I wrote the 'How to Send Email like a Startup' ebook, a major piece of content marketing for the company. The ebook reached rank 1 on Hacker News in December 2014 and continues drive qualified leads for the product. I also designed and coded a landing page redesign and a on-boarding flow redesign for the product. To do this, I conducted customer feedback interviews and facilitated discussions between the product development and business development teams to ensure that the design served clear business, product, and customer goals.

Kool Fm & Cfax 1070

As a Talk Show Producer and Events Reporter for CFAX1070 and KOOL FM, I produced news stories for live radio.I was responsible for researching and writing materials for talk shows, booking and pre-interviewing guests for air, and managing the technical production of broadcasts in the studio and in the field.This role was very fast paced and required a high level of autonomy. Accommodating breaking news in the studio required flexibility, integrity, and improvisation. As part of my role as producer, I wrote social media and web content to promote segments and to gather questions and feedback from the online community. I also used my creative skills in graphic design to create branding and visual assets for initiatives and special events.

As a Promotions and Community Relations Coordinator, I have successfully managed and executed various social media initiatives on platforms such as Facebook and Twitter. By closely monitoring and reporting on social media analytics, I consistently identified opportunities for increased engagement and fine-tuned our strategies. My creative writing skills have been instrumental in crafting scripts for the popular "On The Island" and "I Love This Island" on-air community segments. As a versatile content creator, I have also contributed to promotional and community relations initiatives through social media and digital content.In addition to these responsibilities, I have produced client sponsorship packages and acted as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction. I played an essential role as the Assistant Coordinator for the Tour de Rock 2012 Golf Tournament, which showcased my event management and organizational skills. My experience in website management extends to working with various content management systems and a strong foundation in HTML and CSS coding, allowing me to effectively maintain and update websites as needed.

800 Johnson Street, Victoria Bc

In my role as a Strategic Human Resources Coordinator, I have produced written communications in a variety of styles and tones to suit the diverse needs of our audience. My expertise extends to creating corporate communications videos, which I have developed, shot, and edited to deliver high-quality visual content. I have been instrumental in organizing speaker presentations and workshops for employees across two client ministries, ensuring engaging and informative sessions that enhance professional development.My experience in coordinating cross-province corporate campaigns for ministry-specific Occupational Health & Safety and Climate Action Initiatives showcases my ability to effectively manage and execute large-scale projects. By gathering relevant analytics from employee groups, I have prepared comprehensive campaign reports that guide data-driven decision-making. Throughout my work, I have consistently exercised discretion and maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, demonstrating my commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism.

Canada

As an experienced server, I have honed my skills in creating a tactful and diplomatic environment for patrons, ensuring their comfort and satisfaction. I have effectively coordinated workflows to accommodate the restaurant size and employee number, resulting in efficient and smooth operations. My experience working in a team environment of five to six co-workers has enhanced my collaboration and communication skills, which are essential in the fast-paced restaurant industry.My responsibilities have included taking orders, serving entrees and beverages to patrons in a timely manner, and maintaining a high level of customer service. Additionally, I have showcased my culinary skills by creating a variety of soups, salads, and beverages that consistently met or exceeded patrons' expectations. As a dedicated team player, I have trained over a dozen new employees in serving best practices, ensuring they are well-equipped to excel in their roles and contribute to the restaurant's success.

Victoria Bc

In my role as a Stock Manager, I have been responsible for monitoring sales and identifying areas of opportunity to optimize inventory levels and meet customer demand. My duties have included creating stock shipment requests and meticulously recording stock deliveries to ensure accurate and up-to-date inventory management.I have effectively managed a team of six stock employees, providing them with guidance and support to excel in their roles. My leadership skills have been instrumental in maintaining a motivated and efficient team that contributes to the overall success of the organization. Additionally, I have been responsible for producing a bi-weekly stock employee schedule, ensuring proper coverage and workload distribution among the team members. My attention to detail and organizational skills have been key to maintaining smooth operations and a well-stocked inventory.

Victoria Bc

As a Sales / Visuals Expert, I have been dedicated to providing exceptional customer service on the store floor, ensuring that shoppers enjoy a pleasant and seamless experience. My role has involved executing and analyzing sales activities and store campaigns, enabling me to contribute to the store's success and identify opportunities for growth.In addition to my customer-facing responsibilities, I have been diligent in ensuring that garment and window presentations meet corporate guidelines, resulting in a visually appealing and consistent store environment. My creative flair has been showcased through styling mannequins with on-trend clothing ensembles that capture customer interest and drive sales.I have also played a significant role in assembling and maintaining promotional displays, ensuring that they are both eye-catching and informative. My experience extends to assisting in the management of clothing stock, which has allowed me to develop a strong understanding of inventory control and organization in a fast-paced retail setting.

Victoria Bc

As a close-up and parlor magician, I have honed my craft by creating and performing magical routines, often in collaboration with a partner. This experience has allowed me to develop exceptional public speaking skills, which are essential for engaging and captivating my audience.My performances have taken place on stage as well as in more intimate settings with small audiences, providing me with a versatile range of experiences that have further sharpened my stage presence and adaptability. Through my work as a magician, I have gained invaluable insights into the art of captivating an audience, leaving them enthralled and eager for more.

Bachelor'S Degree, Professional Communications

Associate'S Degree, Business Administration & Marketing

Web Development

Diploma In Visual Communications, Professional Photography