Danielle Hickinbotham
UI/UX Developer and Technical Writer
443-255-1804
Champaign, IL
HTML
Resourceful professional with successful track record in developing innovative web designs and features. Possesses solid knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript and Bootstrap with ability to quickly learn new technologies. Demonstrated success in identifying and resolving complex code issues.
UI/UX Developer, Technical Writer
APEX SYSTEMS/MKS2 TECHNOLOGIESNovember 2018 – May 2024
UI/UX
- Improved website user experience by redesigning the interface and optimizing navigation.
- Assisted in project estimation and planning, contributing valuable input regarding front-end scope and requirements.
- Coded using HTML, CSS and JavaScript to develop features for both mobile and desktop platforms.
- Took concepts and produced design mockups and prototypes to strengthen designs, enhance user experiences and improve site interactions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and code reviews.
- Maintained consistency in branding across multiple platforms by developing reusable UI components.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of front-end and back-end functionalities.
- Ensured website accessibility by adhering to ADA compliance guidelines.
- Developed custom-built web applications tailored to clients” specific needs.
Technical Writing
- Managed version control and timely updates of documents through effective project tracking and organization skills.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted thorough document reviews to identify inaccuracies, inconsistencies, or areas needing clarification.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather information for accurate and comprehensive documentation.
- Created comprehensive release notes detailing new features, bug fixes, and known issues for each software update cycle.
- Maintained consistency across company documents by adhering to established style guidelines and templates.
- Streamlined internal processes by creating detailed standard operating procedures for various departments.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by keeping abreast of industry standards and updating documentation accordingly.
- Served as a liaison between engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication throughout project lifecycles.
- Enhanced user experience by simplifying complex technical concepts into easy-to-understand documentation.
- Participated in usability testing to understand user pain points, then addressed these issues through improved documentation and tutorial content.
- Worked closely with software engineers, product managers and other departments to determine accuracy and completeness of technical documentation.
- Assisted in project estimation and planning, contributing valuable input regarding front-end scope and requirements.
- Took concepts and produced design mockups and prototypes to strengthen designs, enhance user experiences and improve site interactions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and code reviews.
Front-End Web Developer
REVEILLE GROUPApril 2017 – October 2018
- Maintain modern and responsive websites/branding across three government programs.
- Improved website user experience by redesigning the interface and optimizing navigation.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and code reviews.
- Resolved front-end bugs promptly, ensuring optimal website performance at all times.
- Ensured website accessibility by adhering to ADA compliance guidelines.
- Coded using HTML, CSS and JavaScript to develop features for both mobile and desktop platforms.
- Took concepts and produced design mockups and prototypes to strengthen designs, enhance user experiences and improve site interactions.
- Served as a liaison between engineering teams and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication throughout project lifecycles.
- Coded using HTML, CSS and JavaScript to develop features for both mobile and desktop platforms.
Freelance Web Developer
Danielle HickinbothamSeptember 2013 – April 2017
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and organization.
- Supported FAA Contract for different internal organizational websites using (HTML, CSS, Photoshop).
- Supported 340b Drug Program website and created and implemented design mockups for Drug Manufacturer site (HTML, CSS, Photoshop, 508-Compliance).
- Strategize and Manage client website creation and UI/UX implementation.
- Creative & Technical Content Marketing Implementation.
- Coded using HTML, CSS and JavaScript to develop features for both mobile and desktop platforms.