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Seller 273284 - Watlington, Oxfordshire, UK

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Hourly Rate:£44.44
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Overview:Web Consultant focused on delivering projects online using best-of-breed open source web technologies. Agency and corporate experience with a strategic understanding of client business objectives.

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June 2008 TBS– Consultant project manager

Developed a private product-marketing website for the Nokia Social Media team in just two weeks. Project managed the complete production of the site, working closely with Nokia stakeholders and TBS account managers.
- Developed initial proposal and client pitch
- Procured and configured a dedicated, managed hosting platform
- Wrote functional specifications and created user-interface wireframes
- Managed design and development of website look & feel using freelance resource
- Developed bespoke website applications using the Joomla! content management system

Apr 2008 TBS – Web developer / Security consultant
Developed content managed website applications and performed security audits for TBS clients.
Bespoke application development using the Joomla! content management system
- Developed automated testing platforms using Jmeter
- Performed penetration testing on existing applications

2007-2008 TBS – Change Consultant
Led and facilitated a business transformation initiative within this Bracknell-based, web agency. Working closely with the TBS management, up-to-date service strategies and management practices were established. New client propositions were developed and long-term strategies established for business development and team growth.
- Established best-practice management communication
- Taught team training sessions to update skills (SEO, Version Control, Web Architecture, Web Analytics, Testing and Automation)
- Modernised the development studio introducing Subversion version control and a team documentation Wiki
- Improved HR practice through individual consultation and objective setting
- Developed new business practices through the introduction of modular proposal and pitch documents
- Led workshops to establish the strategic intention of the company and gain team endorsement

2007-Present Managing Director / Web Consultant
Established a UK web consultancy focused on delivering high quality online solutions to the full spectrum of business. Ideally suited to assisting startup ventures and established enterprises making ambitious new commitments to conducting business online. Client services include:
- Strategic development
- Project management
- Application architecture and design
- Content management solutions
- Account management
- Business development
- Leadership consultancy

2006 - 2007 Homeserve PLC - Internet Development Manager
Led technical development and channel strategy in the creation of a new online team for this fast-growing FTSE 250 company. Worked with key divisional stakeholders and external partners to develop a new B2C web presence and drive substantial revenue through ecommerce initiatives.
- Key stakeholder contact
- Developed information architecture, user-experience workflows and website wireframes
- Led the development of website look and feel, content and web applications
- Established best-practice guidelines for online technical strategy across the company
- Delivered brand, marketing and development projects through management of external agencies
- Matrix managed national project teams to deliver ecommerce channels
- Led and managed test-driven, framework-focused PHP web development team
- Designed and implemented load-balanced, multi-tier enterprise hosting solution (Redhat EL4)
- Set up LAMP development studio harnessing version control, bug-tracking, and agile documentation systems
- Led the integration of web services in a Service Oriented Architecture using the Sonic Enterprise Service Bus
- Designed and managed operational web reporting practices
- Delivered international strategy for French operations (Domeo)
- Presented Homeserve web analytics strategy to the SiteIntelligence customer conference at the Institute of Directors

2005 - 2006 Onetel - Web Developer
Designed and developed website architecture and data-driven applications for UK telecommunications provider and ISP. Developed and maintained intranet applications and CRM platform.
- Web development using PHP, XML, XSLT & Web Standard XHTML/HTML & CSS
- Developed search facilities using a Google Search Appliance and implemented with XSLT, PHP, cURL
- Web services development for integration of e-commerce frontend implemented in SOAP, XML, XSLT, and PHP with corporate back-office CRM systems implemented with Progress 4GL and Webspeed

2003 - 2005 TBS - Senior Developer / Project Manager
Developed multi-tier web applications at this design/web agency for enterprise clients such as Nokia and Viatel. Supported and led client-facing activities including pitch work, consultancy, and account management.
- Web development using PHP, Perl, XML, XSLT & Web Standard XHTML/HTML & CSS
- Systems administration of company's Linux-based web hosting platform
- Development of an in-house Content Management System
- Search Engine optimization, Technical Consultancy, Business development

2003 Contract work
Setup of a Debian Linux development server at donkeyworks offices to handle web development and file sharing services in a mixed Macintosh, Windows NT, Linux environment.

2002 - 2005 Self Employed
Established and managed a web development and managed-hosting business catering to the performing arts community. The core offering consisted of a complete design, development and hosting package with ongoing revenue driven by content development and hosting.

2002 - 2003 Rambert Dance Company - Work Experience
Produced a series of E-flyers promoting the company's Spring 2003 tour. Designed print ads for Autumn 2002 tour.
- Designed and implemented e-Flyer and newspaper advertising
- Consulted on web marketing strategies while Coordinating with existing web agency

2000 - 2002 Freelance work
Developed a number of commercial and project websites.
- Designed and developed sites using PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Maintained client hosting and copywriting

1992 - 2002 Performing Artist
Ten years experience as contemporary and classical dancer in internationally acclaimed companies in the USA and UK. Dance companies included Rambert Dance Company, San Francisco Ballet, Boston Ballet.


Employment History

(Nov 2007 to Jun 2008)

Change Consultant / Project Manager

Berkshire

(Apr 2006 to Oct 2007)

Internet Development Manager

London

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