Gina Fessia

Web Developer

About

I have been working in web development for nearly a decade and am currently employed as a full-time front-end developer. I am well-versed in Wordpress, the Adobe Creative Suite, and am fluent in HTML, CSS, Javascript, and PHP. Building and problem-solving are my happy places. I genuinely enjoy new challenges and seek opportunities to learn and grow in all areas of life. When I am not behind a computer, I can generally be found outside rock climbing, hiking, and camping, or inside doing any number of projects from refinishing furniture to writing crochet patterns.

Resume

Objective

I am seeking a collaborative, team-oriented environment where I can engage my creative problem-solving abilities. I am excited by new challenges and view them as opportunities for personal growth. One of my strongest traits is my ability to learn and adapt quickly.

Education

Columbia College Chicago - Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Arts, Interactive Arts and Media (3.8 GPA)

Graduated May 2015

Harper Community College - Palatine, IL

Associate of Arts (4.0 GPA)

Graduated May 2011

Experience

NextClient - Valencia, CA

Senior Front End Web Developer

03/2016 to Present

Build custom WP themes from PSD layouts.
Develop custom JS/PHP functions to enhance website functionality.
Maintain and update existing WP sites.
Train new employees on current practices.
Implement WCAG AA and Google Page Speed Insights standards.

Stout-Heart Fitness - Lancaster, CA

Level 1 Coach/Administrative Assistant

07/2023 to 07/2024

Coached neurotypical classes and assist with neurodivergent personals.
Main point of contact for clients.
Tech support for coaches.
Assisted in managing schedules and credits for all personal training appointments.

The Oaks Camp and Conference - Lake Hughes, CA

Volunteer Wordpress Developer

06/2019 to 01/2020

Added features and updates to the main website.
Fixed bugs in the website's wordpress theme.

Hobby Lobby - Vernon Hills, IL

Assistant Manager

09/2009 to 07/2015

Ran multiple departments (ordering, stocking, planogram updates, etc).
Managed cashiers (including opening/closing registers and approving refunds/discounts).
Was often the sole manager to open/close the store.
Directly helped customers on the floor and handled customer and employee grievances.
Planned daily schedules/tasks and organized clean up crews at the end of the day.
Helped wherever needed in everything from custom framing to bookkeeping.