• Develop HTML final assets from approved designs created by the in-house web designers.
• Daily production of all HTML assets including emails, homepages, landing pages, banners and any other digital assets.
• Troubleshoot rendering errors, links and adjust problematic code as necessary.
• Contribute to the creating of new or existing templates for the web designer based on ticket requests.
• Generate still or animated graphics (GIFs) upon request.
• Stay up to date on current trends and practices happening in the email development community, research and contribute to new initiatives.
• Write, edit & maintain SOP’s on web production process.
• Mentor & train new or existing co-workers on changing web production procedures.
• Create and implement new features and user improvements across brands for a better workflow.
• Partner with Site Operations to create new or seamless execution of all site graphics.
• Troubleshoot Site & Email Creative/Production issues.

• Invented an HTML5 interface for rapid-prototyping of HTML5 banners for both internal and external creative review meetings.
• Developed adaptive html modules (code snippets) to four separate breakpoints for consumption via the Staples.com Product database.
• Created mobile responsive landing pages that were visually appealing and user friendly while adhering to branding guidelines.
• Interfaced with clients, merchants and business stakeholders to ascertain their needs and conceptualize development solutions.
• Maintained source control using Git/Bitbucket.
• Collaborated with Oracle/Responsys to coordinate the collection of opt-in information via web forms on oracle servers.
• Conceptualized responsive emails for consumption via Salesforce and Responsys/Oracle systems.
• Coded emails responsive to work on desktop and mobile devices and over 40 email clients.
• Solved critical problems in a fast-paced environment to meet strict deadlines.
• Mentored and managed junior developers.

• Developed responsive landing pages that were both visually appealing and user friendly while adhering to strict brand guidelines.
• Worked with designers to achieve the best user experience.
• Developed responsive Staples, Staples Business Advantage and Staples Canada emails for consumption via Salesforce and Responsys systems. These emails were developed and vigorously tested on all mobile devices and over 40 emmail clients
• Partner with marketing, merchandising and ecommerce groups to conceptualize development solutions to meet business needs
• Developed adaptive html modules for consumption via the Staples.com product database and solved critical problems.

• Attended weekly meetings with account executives and design personnel.
• Worked with designers to construct landing pages per client specifications.
• Ensured all web content was cross-browser compatible and W3C compliant.
• Solved critical problems in a fast-paced environment in order to meet strict deadlines.
• Developed web pages using HTML 5 document type.
• Developed a JavaScript search scenario using regular expressions.
• Enhanced through styling a jQuery menu system.
• Modified and created server-side includes.
• Maintained source control through SVN.
• Developed daily B2B marketing email templates.
• Developed Object Oriented PHP scripts to produce multi-page web sites.
• Created jQuery tabbed interfaces and navigation menus.
• Developed CSS2 and CSS3 style sheets using SASS and Compass.

• Constructed web pages utilizing the new HTML 5 Document Type declaration and various 508 standards.
• Created and modified existing CSS styling by using inline style rules for cross browser compatibility.
• With the use of Photoshop and Dreamweaver constructed image maps to simulate real-time web pages.
• Worked with other developers to resolve jQuery and JavaScript issues.

• Designed a secure forward-facing corporate intranet site (Staplescexp.com) from existing Photoshop design templates and wire frames at Staples Agency.
• Planned and configured the site for four world regions. United States, Europe, Canada English and Canada French.
• Wrote the site’s HTML code by hand with commenting, using a completely table-less structure, ensured cross-browser compatibility and made HTML 4.01 compliant.
• Wrote Cascading Style Sheets with commenting in accordance with Staples brand.
• Integrated blogging technology for posting news articles, utilized commenting tools, and created weekly polls using the Mzinga Web 2.0 Platform and development tools.
• Met strict deadlines for coordinated launch of sites.
• Upon move to live production, transferred to Staples HRIS Portal Team to support ongoing site initiatives.
• Liaised with Staples’ Internal Communications and HRIS and performed weekly content updates.
• Trained Associates on proper use of Mzinga Web 2.0 Content Management System.
• Designed micro-sites using existing Staplescexp.com templates.
• Spearheaded new site applications and developed requested enhancements for 508 compliance.
• Solved technical problems and provided support for registered members worldwide.
• Followed strict path-to-production protocols utilizing Excel, Borland Star Team and Remedy Change Request service.
• Created web compatible graphics using Photoshop.
• Wrote Best Practices and Guidelines documents for the sites.
• Modified existing CSS style sheets for the Staples’ StaplesAtWork portal redesign project.

Database Development

• Designed relational databases for use in the development of dynamically driven web sites utilizing Microsoft Access 2000, 2003 and DSN, ODBC, SQL query language, Visual Basic scripts and Windows IIS.

Graphic Design

• Created and redesigned interoffice letterhead and forms.
• Designed new company logos and business cards.
• Designed print ads for trade magazines and catalogues.
• Designed new trade show materials to include large scale booth graphics and product tare sheets.
• Designed large scale banner graphics for company marketing truck and new service trucks.
• Designed new product literature, product insert sheets and product labeling for new product launch.
• Oversaw the print production process of external vendors to ensure design quality, integrity and accuracy.

Marketing Coordinator

• Coordinated and implemented marketing communication projects for all companies.
• Coordinated and represented the companies at trade show events nationwide.
• Created brand-name awareness.
• Organized and prepared proposals and presentations for status reports on marketing efforts.
• Researched and produced advertising campaigns for both online and print media.

Technical Writing

• Wrote 3-part specification sheets (White Papers) per Construction Specification Institute guidelines for all products.
• Created and wrote product installation manuals.
• Wrote Online HTML Tutorials on ASP programming language and Dreamweaver.

Web Design and Web Development

Designed, developed and maintained four (4) company web sites to include:

• An 80 employee secure dynamically driven corporate web site in Classic ASP.
• Created front end and back end components using Classic ASP or ColdFusion.
• Created web based content management system for use by senior management.
• Developed online applications including individual employee vacation and sick time accruals.
• Created an employee login monitoring application.
• Created online OSHA testing procedures.
• Created an E-Commerce extranet for new business venture using Classic ASP and shopping cart software.
• Wrote all web site content and designed graphics to include copy, banner ads and animated gifs.
• Designed all web sites utilizing W3C standards, XHTML compliance, cross-browser compatibility and excellent SEO practices.
• Set up and maintained all company email servers across multiple domains.

• Hired and supervised contractors.
• Trained and supervised new Service Engineers.
• Trained customers on safety standards following OSHA guidelines.
• Installed, calibrated and troubleshot scientific equipment for major OEM’s, pharmaceutical manufacturers, hospitals and universities in the US, Canada and Mexico.
• Provided clients with consultative services on initial lab design layout.
• Solved critical problems on site and within budget.
• Consulted on site preparation prior to installation.
• Ensured the timely arrival of all equipment and parts.
• Handled the timely shipment of all service equipment in the US and around the world.
• Created accounts with worldwide carriers.
• Generated all necessary paperwork and kept accurate computer records tracking equipment locations.
• Interfaced with customers and arranged the shipments back of all faulty scientific equipment for repair.
• Tracked location of the equipment for repair in the warehouse and advise customers as to the status of repair.
• Created a database to track location of Engineers and equipment for repair worldwide.
• Processed service and expense reports for re-imbursement to Service Engineers.
• Purchased hazardous and non-hazardous materials for shipment to the United Kingdom while following strict OSHA guidelines.