A Brief Introduction

Hello! 👋 I'm Jules, a Web Developer with a lifelong passion for the Internet and all things digital. I specialize in creating elegant, responsive, and user-friendly websites and applications that are engaging and effective — serving a clear purpose while providing real value and utility to users.

With a strong focus on clean code, UX/UI design, accessiblity and performance optimization, I build and maintain scalable, visually appealing experiences that work seamlessly across devices. Leveraging various tools and CMS platforms, I develop customizable, easily editable sites, including dynamic and e-commerce solutions, tailored to my clients’ needs. I also take pride in consistently refining my skills and practices to harness emerging trends and technologies.

Professional Skills

Previous Employment

Wildish & Co. (wildishandco.co.uk)

2017 - 2024

Full Stack Developer

• Engineered bespoke WordPress themes from the ground up with custom-made plugins and Gutenberg blocks - enabling flexible, intuitive content management for feature-packed, dynamic websites.
• Crafted highly interactive and creatively charged front-end experiences, including animated elements, smooth transitions, and engaging micro-interactions to boost user engagement.
• Developed and maintained Webflow and Shopify-powered websites, ensuring high performance, accessibility, and focusing on streamlining user journeys through search and filtering systems.
• Created a nationwide shopping mall brand experience hub with interactive floor plans, guiding users through venues with seamless UI elements.
• Built a property discovery platform featuring a fully interactive searchable locations map for an established property developer.
• Designed and developed immersive e-commerce experiences for a prestigious art dealer and a distinctive beverage brand, balancing performance and functionality with visually rich aesthetics.

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Chaptr (chaptr.studio)

2014 - 2017

Web Developer

• Built the official Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra website, integrating event schedules, multimedia content, and making it easy for visitors to donate and buy event tickets.
• Crafted robust, scalable back-end solutions using WordPress, custom PHP development, and API integrations for real-time data updates.
• Led development on Bristol Cathedral's event system, integrating a structured events calendar with a user-friendly booking experience.
• Specialized in front-end animations, GSAP-driven interactions, and subtle motion effects, creating dynamic user journeys.
• Worked closely with designers to translate ambitious creative concepts into smooth, pixel-perfect, and interactive front-end experiences with strong brand identities.
• Ensured cross-browser compatibility, mobile responsiveness, and WCAG compliance across projects.

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Clock (clock.co.uk)

2009 - 2013

Front End Developer

• Specializing in front-end web development for a cutting edge digital agency - Crafting highly robust, responsive page layouts and user interface elements across a variety of projects.
• Working in a Node.js environment, fully utilizing relevant tools and contemporary methods for templating, pre-processing, and code compilation.
• Collaborating on projects using Git source code repositories.
• Engaging with Scrum and Agile methodologies to plan and structure team workflows and processes.
• Delivering high-quality service and polished products to esteemed industry brands such as News Corp, Telefónica, Hearst, and Bauer Media Group.

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Langland (langland.co.uk)

2007 - 2009

Digital Developer

• Creating a diverse range of innovative digital products within a leading, award-winning healthcare advertising agency.
• Ensuring accessibility and usability improvements to deliver the best possible experience to the broadest audience, including individuals with disabilities.
• Making substantial enhancements to the workflow and processes of the digital team, including the development of an internal productivity application to facilitate communication and job tracking for producers and account managers.

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KD Web (kdweb.co.uk)

2004 - 2007

Web Developer

• Acquiring extensive commercial experience in a full-service web agency - taking websites through all phases of production, from design brief to launch, while also offering client support and training.
• Developing custom modules, plugins, and extensions for the back-end using PHP and PHP frameworks.
• Precisely transforming bespoke layouts and designs into dynamic pages powered by a CMS.
• Bringing to life eye-catching, interactive / animated front-end elements.

Portfolio

• Oxford Philharmonic Orchestra (oxfordphil.com)
• Spotlight (spotlight.landsec.com)
• Wildish & Co. (wildishandco.co.uk)
• Bristol Cathedral (bristol-cathedral.co.uk)
• Notoroious Nooch (notoriousnooch.co)
• Chaptr (chaptr.studio)
• Kiddiwinks (mykiddiwinks.com)
• Abbott and Holder (abbottandholder.co.uk)
• Clock (clock.co.uk)
• Wellington Country Park (wellingtoncountrypark.co.uk)
• Rice and Roman (riceandroman.co.uk)
• Exeter Custom House (exetercustomhouse.co.uk)

Education

Manchester University (manchester.ac.uk)

2000 - 2003

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Watford Grammar School for Boys (watfordboys.org)

1993 - 1999