Shanika Smith
Web Developer
Peoria,Illinois
Summary
Creative Web Designer that specializes in creating online destinations tailored to each customer's needs. Translates vague design goals into actionable, technical details. Trusted provider of sites and online assets designed to drive return patronage and increase engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Web Designer
Miss Cayman Islands Universe Committee
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands
06.2019 - Current
- Built original custom website for client.
- Crafted website content and graphics by coordinating copywriting, and designing images, icons, banners and enhancements.
- Enhanced functionality and appearance of website and repaired functionality issues.
- Chose domain names, completed registrations and maintained website and web hosting account.
- Developed site navigation by categorizing content and funneling traffic through content.
- Maintained continuous check on Visitor, Traffic and Site Content metrics and developed a detailed Website Analytics report for the client.
- Increased visitor count by 2,000 and improved website traffic by over 100%.
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ 08.2013 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Communications
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 08.2018 - 12.2020
Certificate - Web Development
Illinois Central College
Peoria, IL 08.2020 - Current
Skills
Web Design
Analytics and Metrics
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
PHP
Search Engine Optimization
Timeline
Certificate - Web Development
Illinois Central College
08.2020 - Current
Web Designer
Miss Cayman Islands Universe Committee
06.2019 - Current
Master of Arts - Communications
Illinois State University
08.2018 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Fairleigh Dickinson University
08.2013 - 05.2017