Amanda A.
Front-end UX Engineer

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe XD

Figma

Amazon Aws

Amanda is available for hire

Meet Amanda A.

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Bio

With nearly five years of experience in the technology and design sector, this candidate demonstrates an ongoing commitment to learning, specialization, and professional growth. Equipped with notable soft skills such as creativity, effective communication, teamwork, attentive listening, and leadership, they excel in their collaborative and managerial endeavors. Technically adept, they possess advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and WordPress. Their expertise extends to marketing and web development, along with managing paid traffic campaigns on platforms like Google Ads and Facebook Ads. Additionally, they are skilled in using Figma and other relevant industry tools.

Consultant Designer (Mid-Senior)
8/1/2022 - Present

Developed expertise in design software including Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Canva, creating visually compelling graphics for social media platforms. Specialized in crafting engaging and on-brand social media content across multiple channels such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter, utilizing advanced scheduling and analytics tools like Hootsuite and Buffer. Proven ability in copywriting with a focus on optimizing content for SEO, enhancing engagement rates, and driving user interaction. Conducted thorough analyses of social media performance using Google Analytics and native social media analytics to refine strategies and improve KPIs. Consulted with clients to develop tailored social media strategies, offering insights based on market trends and competitor analysis to heighten brand visibility and audience growth.

Demonstrated proficiency in creating comprehensive content calendars and managing social media campaigns from inception through execution. Utilized frameworks such as Agile for project management, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of content. Exhibited strong consultation capabilities, guiding clients in brand strategy, audience targeting, and content creation best practices. Developed skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods to gauge campaign success and inform future initiatives, driving continuous improvement.
Social Media/Head of Operations Junior
2/1/2022 - 3/1/2023

Developed exceptional skills in social media strategy and management, leveraging tools like Hootsuite, Buffer, and Sprout Social to enhance online presence and engagement. Demonstrated expertise in graphic design using Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, to create compelling visual content. Mastered copywriting techniques, producing high-quality content for various platforms with a focus on SEO and user engagement, using tools such as Grammarly and Hemingway for optimization.

Led a team of designers and writers, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring the timely delivery of projects. Conducted in-depth analysis of social media metrics and campaign performance using Google Analytics and social media insights to inform strategy adjustments and improve outcomes. Developed targeted advertising campaigns on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Ads, achieving significant increases in reach and engagement. Showcased strong project management abilities by using Trello and Asana for efficient workflow coordination and task management. Maintained consistency and quality across all content, contributing to overall brand growth and audience expansion.
Web UX/UI Designer (Mid-Level)
6/1/2020 - 2/1/2022

Developed proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive web design principles. Demonstrated extensive work with front-end frameworks such as Bootstrap and Tailwind CSS to craft visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces. Gained experience with JavaScript libraries like React and jQuery to enhance interactivity and user experience. Created and maintained content management systems using WordPress, ensuring seamless integration and site performance.

Acquired skills in graphic design using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create custom graphics, thus contributing to the aesthetic appeal of web projects. Involved in the design and implementation of user interfaces and user experiences (UI/UX) to improve customer satisfaction and usability.

Showcased expertise in managing social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, to drive engagement and brand awareness. Developed content calendars and executed social media strategies that resulted in increased followers and interaction rates.

Excelled in crafting compelling copy for websites, blogs, and social media, ensuring alignment with brand voice and messaging. Utilized SEO best practices to optimize content for search engines, leading to improved organic search performance. Familiarity with tools such as Google Analytics, Hootsuite, and SEMrush to monitor campaign performance and derive actionable insights.

Throughout the role, maintained collaborative code and design revisions using version control systems like Git, ensuring consistent project management and implementation.
Full Stack Developer (Intern)
2/1/2019 - 6/1/2020

Gained proficiency in both back-end and front-end development, utilizing a diverse set of technologies and frameworks. Developed and maintained web applications using PHP, Node.js, and Vue.js while managing databases with PostgreSQL and MongoDB. Enhanced design skills through the use of Adobe Creative Suite, focusing on creating user-friendly interfaces and improving user experience. Acquired hands-on experience with social media management, implementing strategies that increased engagement and expanded online presence. Demonstrated collaborative capabilities by maintaining code quality and consistency using version control systems like SVN and Git.