💻 Web Development

  • Javascript
  • AstroJS
  • jQuery
  • CSS/SASS
  • Python
  • Selenium
  • Twig
  • Bootstrap
  • HTML5/XHTML
  • PHP
  • JSON

📑 Content Management Systems

  • Drupal 8, 9, 10
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • WordPress

🔨 Tools

  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • Git
  • GovDelivery
  • SendGrid
  • Nintex Forms
  • Acoustic Email Marketing
  • Google Analytics
  • VS Code
  • Kaltura
  • Canva

💪 Skills

  • Responsive web design
  • Section 508 accessibility compliance
  • Project management
  • User experience
  • User research
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Video asset development
  • Flexible, ability to manage competing deadlines

EXPERIENCE

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Drupal Developer (IT Specialist)

AUG 2022 - PRESENT

  • Built out and maintains a digital lobby exhibit website with 10 interactive modules / kiosks using AstroJS, saving NIST hundreds of thousands of dollars in ongoing contracting fees by accomplishing it in house
  • Configures and manages the Drupal content management system to build out NIST's intranet with new features
  • Develops and customizes content types, fields, taxonomies, menus, and views to meet project requirements
  • Tests and troubleshoots site functionality to ensure performance, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility
  • Develops custom modules to manage internal workflows
  • Administers the intranet: maintains and updates the site, manages roles, permissions, and workflows, and creates and edits content
  • Serves as technical lead for all internal communication tools including GovDelivery digital communications platform, 22Miles CMS platform for digital signage, and Kaltura video-hosting platform, troubleshooting and resolving issues
  • Applies updates to core and contributed modules, ensuring security and stability; contributes to the Drupal community through open-source contributions

Fairfax County Park Authority and Land Development Services

Internet Architect II

SEP 2021 - AUG 2022

  • Designed, developed, and maintained a 6,000-page Drupal website and a Microsoft SharePoint intranet with HTML, CSS (Bootstrap), and JavaScript / jQuery / JSON
  • Managed a web update request system, implemented quick updates from dozens of competing stakeholders with an eye to SEO, UI/UX, 508/ADA compliance, and responsiveness; and delegated tickets to assigned techs
  • Coordinated with the webmaster to maintain databases, APIs, and applications
  • Designed and sent targeted emails through Acoustic Campaign; managed contact lists and database
  • Ensured content performed well by monitoring analytics, heatmaps, and A/B testing; reported on traffic
  • Created a seamless user experience by overhauling outdated/inconsistent content and webpages to match design policies and established frameworks

Backup Webmaster / Communications Specialist

JUN 2017 - SEP 2021

  • Collaborated to create a National Association of Government Communicators award-winning virtual exploration website that provides a much-needed resource, attracting tens of thousands of visitors
  • Overhauled dozens of web pages and made numerous adjustments in time-sensitive and critical moments to ensure website was up-to-date with latest COVID-19-related guidance on safety, regulations, and closures
  • Managed video asset creation: increased published videos by 380% and increased subscribers by 170%
  • Supervised video and administrative staff; delegated work
  • Developed, designed, and presented on data-driven infographics that led to leadership reaffirming a commitment to the learning and development program

Networking and Engineering Technologies, Inc; Supporting Department of Defense

Business Analyst

JUL 2016 - APR 2017

  • Redesigned and streamlined outdated SharePoint site, migrating thousands of files and improving UX
  • Developed clear and effective requirements and used appropriate database applications to ensure completeness and accuracy in compiling and editing the monthly and A3 operations reports, creating a more efficient SOP

Freelance (multiple companies)

Multimedia Communicator & Content Developer

JAN 2012 - OCT 2016

  • Assisted in usability testing and conceptual development of websites, creating a more user-friendly interface
  • Created consistent SEO messaging, furthering the brands’ images on various marketing campaigns

VOLUNTEER WORK

Drupal4Gov

Content Creator / Session Selection

JUL 2023 - PRESENT

  • Creates branded assets for Drupal4Gov's social media marketing purposes, leading to increased participation in monthly webinars
  • Reviews over 100 sessions for relevance, usefulness, and impact, helping to select the best sessions for the Drupal GovCon community

DC Roller Derby

Web Manager

NOV 2020 - PRESENT

  • Manages and updates the DC Roller Derby WordPress website, ensuring fans always have the latest information
  • Responds to and troubleshoots all website issues, from hosting to security

EDUCATION & SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT TRAINING

George Mason University

English with a Concentration in Linguistics and a Film & Media Studies Minor

  • Graduated with Honors in the English Major
  • Honors College graduate
  • Dean's List - all semesters
  • Staff writer for Broadside

Codecademy | Harvard University edX | Learning Tree | LinkedIn | Mimo | Pluralsight | Udemy

  • Completed various web development training courses from leading online education companies to further my skills in JavaScript, CSS, HTML, UX/UI design, SQL, Python, interaction design, web development, and computer science

HONORS & AWARDS

  • NIST Cash-in-Your-Account Award 2024
  • Fairfax County Park Authority P.R.A.I.S.E. Award 2022
  • National Association of Government Communicators Awards 2021
    • First Place, Grassroots Marketing Campaign Category: Park Bond Campaign
    • Second Place, Website Category: Virtual Exploration Center
    • Award of Excellence, Social Media Outreach (Nonpaid) Category: Farmers Markets Reopening
  • Fairfax County Park Authority P.R.A.I.S.E. Award 2021
  • Fairfax County Park Authority Employee of the Year 2020
  • NHLBI Director’s Award: Partnership/Collaboration for Multimedia Contributions to a Nationwide Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Outreach Program 2014
  • George Mason University Video Communications Awards Ceremony, Second Place, Short Film: "Lost Dog" 2012
  • National Society of Collegiate Scholars Member 2012 - Present
  • George Mason University Dean's List - all semesters