Colin Thompson

Skilled Front-End Developer specializing in Web Development for 7 years with a light focus on Full-Stack development. Utilizes technical acumen and analytical skills to troubleshoot and provide effective solutions. Strong communicator with a collaborative approach to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Professional Experience

May 2021 - Apr 2024 • 3yrs

Web Developer • Klick • Toronto, ON

  • Executed end-to-end development of new websites based on design concepts from Figma, Photoshop, and Sketch, leveraging HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to bring designs to life, ensuring pixel-perfect implementations.
  • Facilitated productive communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams, including project management, creative designers, developers, and QA.
  • Facilitated seamless project delivery by aligning stakeholders and resolving challenges effectively.
  • Managed the successful launch of 3 new websites, meeting deadlines and exceeding client expectations and ensured smooth deployment and addressed post-launch issues promptly.
  • Managed the maintenance and enhancement of existing websites while working with diverse tech stacks, including .Net, Gatsby, Wagtail, and Wordpress to implement updates, optimize performance, and ensure security compliance.

Relevant work: URL and Tech Stack

Apr 2019 - July 2021 • 2yrs 4mos

Front-End Developer • GS1 Canada • Toronto, ON • Contract

  • Partnered with Designers, Project Managers, Developers, and operated within a team structure of 10 individuals to create website templates and provide front-end web development services.
  • Transferred website code and assets to Kentico CMS. This project involved the migration of about 1000 pages with various page elements and components.
  • Applied HTML, CSS, jQuery, Gulp, JavaScript, and Bootstrap Library to aid in migration procedures.

Jan 2019 - Mar 2019 • 3 mos

Interactive Developer • Rain • Toronto, ON

  • Built and animated banner ads and splash pages for reputable clients such as Freedom Mobile and CWT Vacations.
  • Successfully brought creative visions to fruition through the development of live sites.
  • Ensured accuracy in file delivery to clients, meeting size and quality requirements.
  • Leveraged expertise in HTML, CSS, jQuery, GIT, JavaScript, GSAP, and Bootstrap Library for efficient client trafficking.

May 2018 - Dec 2018 • 8 mos

Digital Marketing Specialist • Holt Renfrew • Toronto, Canada Area

Mar 2018 - Dec 2018 • 10 mos

React Course Writer • St. Clair College • Windsor, ON (remote)

Jan 2018 - Apr 2018 • 4 mos

Digital Web Developer • Investors Group • Toronto, ON

Jun 2017 - Dec 2017 • 7 mos

WordPress and Laravel Developer • Splice Digital Inc. • Windsor, Ontario, Canada

May 2016 - Aug 2016 • 4 mos

PHP Developer • Splice Digital Inc. • Windsor, Ontario, Canada

Education

March, 2017

St. Clair College

Ontario College Advanced Diploma (OCAD) • Internet Applications and Web Development

Relevant Coursework: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Swift, .Net, XML, JSON, MongoDB, MySQL

March, 2011

St. Clair College

Ontario College Advanced Diploma (OCAD) • Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects

Relevant Coursework: Animation, Photoshop, Illustrator

Areas Of Expertise

Soft Skills:

  • Relationship building
  • Collaboration
  • Multitasking
  • Deadline-driven
  • Oral/written communication
  • Creative problem solving
  • Skill development
  • Coaching and training
  • Strategic planning
  • Best practices
  • Website optimization
  • Code review
  • Debugging
  • Responsive web design
  • Web animation
  • Accessibility standards

Hard Skills

Certifications

March, 2011

LinkedIn Learning

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Relevant Coursework:

  • React.js Essential Training
  • JavaScript and JSON
  • Responsive CSS with Sass and Compass
  • Design the Web: Graphics and CSS Pseudo-Elements
  • Design the Web: Pie Charts with CSS
  • Up and Running with MySQL Development
  • JavaScript: Functions
  • Learning Python

Contact

Or email me directly: thompsoncolinm@gmail.com