John Chinwokwu
Lekki,Lagos
Summary
Skilled Technologist with experience configuring computers and peripheral devices to work within established company and security parameters. Practiced troubleshooter with excellent diagnostics and repair abilities, strong attention to detail and methodical approach. Expert Microsoft Office User, Figma and Adobe XD/Illustrator/Photoshop user. Boosts system performance by thoroughly evaluating and correcting different hardware and software issues.
Consummate WordPress Developer with 6 years of functional experience designing and managing business websites using WordPress creation tools. Skilled in front-end and back-end development and implementing themes and plugins. Successfully creates attractive and user-friendly websites to meet client expectations.
Overview
3
3
Certifications
11
11
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director
Heptavia
Lekki, Lagos
07.2017 - Current
- Planned art and design requirements for Companies, Artists, management companies and internal teams.
- Developed over 20 high-impact creative projects from concept to completion, including Logos and promotional content for company campaigns.
- Negotiated vendor contracts and services to meet budget requirements.
- Collaborated with outside agencies to manage project progress and milestones.
- Preserved branding standards of assigned accounts.
- Managed technological considerations to meet defined goals.
- Configured hardware, devices and software to set up work stations for employees.
- Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
- Removed malware, ransomware and other threats from laptops and desktop systems.
- Collaborated with vendors to locate replacement components and resolve advanced problems.
- Followed up with clients to verify optimal customer satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution.
- Leveraged strong understanding of WordPress core to manipulate admin and theme components.
- Delivered quality commercial websites that met coding standards and cross-browser compatibilities.
- Modified existing WordPress websites to correct coding errors, upgrade interfaces and improve overall performance.
- Designed interfaces and graphics for presentations and mobile-delivered applications to enhance content.
Web Developer
Delegation of German Industry of Commerce (DGIC)
Ikoyi, Lagos
03.2017 - 11.2017
- Developed over 5 creative design for marketing packages, including print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and managing project milestones.
- Created over 10 digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Consulted with marketing department to ascertain organizational requirements, then compile, refine and generate webpage roadmap to achieve objectives.
- Ran debugging tools such as Firebug and Chrome Inspector to eliminate flaws and glitches prior to publishing.
- Tested and debugged site updates and prevented functional flaws from impacting public visitors.
- Maintained websites for DGIC.
- Used content management system to analyze user engagement and website traffic metrics.
- Collaborated with marketing and design teams to develop and plan site content, layout and style.
- Managed content distribution to online channels and social media platforms.
Wordpress Web Developer
Profiliant Development Resources
Illupeju, Lagos
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Leveraged strong understanding of WordPress core to manipulate admin and theme components.
- Created and updated re-usable code libraries to streamline WordPress development cycle.
- Provided timely resolution to reported website problems by integrating new solutions into existing platforms.
- Delivered quality commercial websites that met coding standards and cross-browser compatibilities.
- Designed and implemented 6 websites from initial concept, site architecture and wire frames to finished deliverable.
- Collaborated with design and project developers to understand project scope and offer elegant, creative and scalable solutions.
- Developed and implemented SEO and AB testing strategies to improve effectiveness of marketing efforts.
- Installed required plugins and additional coding to fit final design and functionality requirements.
- Responded to and corrected issues preventing business or customer use of site or features.
- Collaborated with head of marketing and graphics designer on project specifications, strategy and execution to build new WordPress pages and update existing ones.
- Spearheaded production of page content such as visuals and text copy to meet project specifications.
- Completed full redesigns of existing websites to improve navigation, enhance visuals and strengthen search engine rankings.
Web Development Consultant
Portals ICT Solutions
Surulere, Lagos
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Drafted customized layout and wireframes based on predetermined parameters and expectations.
- Converted over 20 graphic designs to usable web images using Adobe Photo Shop.
- Conducted testing and review of website design for responsiveness, clarity and effectiveness.
- Established presentation consistency across Chrome, Safari, Firefox and other common browser interfaces.
- Implemented website maintenance, content management, update and security resource tutorials to assist end-user training.
- Consulted with marketing department to ascertain organizational requirements, then compile, refine and generate webpage roadmap to achieve objectives.
- Quickly adapted training plans for client needs, keeping timelines, budgets and desires in mind.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Scheduled and taught in class to increase learning opportunities.
IT Intern
Bincom ICT Solutions
Ikoyi, Lagos
11.2010 - 04.2012
- Collaborated to assist support protocol development and offered consultation based on cross-functional knowledge.
- Assisted IT team members by crafting project research material for implementation.
- Contributed to team-based IT projects by lending assessment and management services.
- Managed over 10 customers' expectations of support and technology functionality in order to provide positive user experience.
- Followed up with clients to verify optimal customer satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution.
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships to deliver exceptional customer service and problem resolution.
- Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract signing, fee collection, event booking and event promotions.
Education
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Mechanical Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
Ikorodu, Lagos 09.2008 - 09.2010
Program Diploma - Project Management
International Business Management Institute
Berlin, Germany 03.2021 - 04.2021
Ordinary National Diploma (OND) - Mechanical Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
Ikorodu, Lagos 09.2004 - 09.2006
No Degree -
Igbobi Boys College
Yaba,Lagos 09.1994 - 09.2001
Skills
Testing and maintenance
Website optimization
Technical Support
Web Security
Troubleshooting
HTML
CSS
Project Management
Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite
Graphic design
PC and Mac platforms
Application installations
Desktop support
Technical issue analysis
Customer service expert
Hardware and software monitoring
Analysis and critical thinking
Data backups
Self-motivated professional
Security planning
Effective communication
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Typo 3
System repairs and maintenance
Project lifecycle management
Customer service
User Interface (UI) design
Teamwork
Certification
Comptia A+, NIIT - 2017
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Hobbies
Basketball, Martial arts, Meeting people, Surfing the Web, Reading, Video Gaming, Acting and Drawing.
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Program Diploma - Project Management
International Business Management Institute
03.2021 - 04.2021
Creative Director
Heptavia
07.2017 - Current
Web Developer
Delegation of German Industry of Commerce (DGIC)
03.2017 - 11.2017
Wordpress Web Developer
Profiliant Development Resources
03.2015 - 06.2016
Web Development Consultant
Portals ICT Solutions
01.2013 - 01.2015
IT Intern
Bincom ICT Solutions
11.2010 - 04.2012
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Mechanical Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
09.2008 - 09.2010
Ordinary National Diploma (OND) - Mechanical Engineering
Lagos State Polytechnic
09.2004 - 09.2006
No Degree -
Igbobi Boys College
09.1994 - 09.2001