Tara Massan
Blaine,MN
Summary
Experienced Web Developer and Marketer with passion for creating attractive and interactive websites meeting customer needs and exceeding expectations. Well-versed in creating online marketing plans to successfully maintain a powerful presence online using social media, email marketing, and other digital marketing means. Excels in Front-End User Experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Web Support Specialist
Fifty & Fifty
San Diego , California
2023.10 - Current
- Installed required plugins and additional coding to fit final design and functionality requirements.
- Designed responsive, mobile-first websites from design concepts.
- Responded to customer inquiries and provided technical assistance
- Diagnosed and troubleshot software and network issues.
- Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
- Created user accounts and assigned permissions.
- Coded using HTML and CSS to develop features for both mobile and desktop platforms.
- Provided timely resolution to reported website problems by integrating new solutions into existing platforms.
- Provided front-end website development using WordPress
- Engaged with clients to plan and optimize site issues and queries.
Web Designer/Owner
MN Wellness Solutions
2018.01 - 2023.10
- Create websites for health and wellness companies, resulting in higher search engine ranking and optimized websites for improved user experience
- Employed technologies such as WordPress, Wix, Squarespace based on client needs
- Managed email workflows using Mailchimp to nurture existing client relationships and create new customers and partnerships
- Coordinated copywriting and designed images to craft website content.
- Improved website visibility through development and implementation of SEO strategies.
- Completed domain name registrations and maintained website and web hosting account.
- Enhanced functionality and appearance of website and repaired functionality issues.
- Promoted brand identity by creating company logos and delivering attractive, user-friendly and unique website.
- Designed highly engaging interactive user interfaces that complied with modern web standards.
- Troubleshot technical issues and optimized websites for search engine optimization, performance and accessibility.
- Planned and executed internal and external marketing events.
- Boosted brand awareness with target customer demographics with social and email campaigns.
- Composed posts for social media and helped build corporate presence on Facebook and Instagram.
- Optimized email campaigns to increase open and click-through rates.
Freelance Writer
Self-employed
2015.12 - Current
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Brainstormed ideas to create useful content for clients.
- Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
- Repurposed and optimized existing content for use in different mediums.
- Assisted with drafting speeches and program talking points for events.
- Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
- Researched and wrote news stories, articles and reviews for online publications.
Paralegal
Various Law Firms, Twin Cities
2005.01 - 2016.01
- Prepared affidavits, legal correspondences for attorneys and judges throughout the litigation life-cycle
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Edited and proofread legal documents to verify accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NHCertification - Full-Stack Software Developer
Coding Dojo Part of Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO03.2023
Certification - Python
HackBright Academy
Minneapolis12.2020
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
Manchester, NH2020
Skills
- Languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, Ajax, APIs, jQuery, Flask, Bootstrap | Libraries/Databases:
- Databases: MySQL
- Tools: Visual Studio Code, MySQL Workbench, WordPress, Google Analytics, SEO, Content Management Tools, MailChimp
- Web Design
- Website Maintenance
- Content Design
- Digital Media Management
- Analytics and Metrics
Timeline
Web Support Specialist
Fifty & Fifty
2023.10 - Current
Web Designer/Owner
MN Wellness Solutions
2018.01 - 2023.10
Freelance Writer
Self-employed
2015.12 - Current
Paralegal
Various Law Firms, Twin Cities
2005.01 - 2016.01
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Certification - Full-Stack Software Developer
Coding Dojo Part of Colorado Technical University
Certification - Python
HackBright Academy
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
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