Profile
Skate with me down memory lane! As you skate along you will find my extended resume, portfolio and skill breakdown. For a quick focused look at my experience, I encourage you to download my resume by clicking the button below.
- Fullname: Francis Okereke
- Nickname: Frankie
- Preferred Positions: Web/Software Developer, Web/Marketing Designer
- Website: fokereke.github.io
- Email: francisokereke95@gmail.com
- Cell Phone: 845-467-3397
Education
SUNY, The College At Brockport
August 2013 - May 2017
September 2020 - December 2020
Bachelor of Science
- Completed B.S. degree in Computer Science.
- I took courses like Web design and development, Web App Development & many other relevant computer science courses.
- Participated in many team oriented projects including a Store Promotion Web Application developed using XAMPP Framework & Bootstrap and some javascript validation.
- I participated as a student-athlete in Track and Field where I participated in mainly High & Triple Jump.
- I acheived many top finishes and helped win a team conference (SUNYAC) championship in 2015.
Work Experience
Mainstreethost - Buffalo, NY
March 2018 - October 2020
Web Developer - Full Time
- I created 125+ sites for small business clients using Wordpress CMS.
- The responsive sites I created ranged from a few small e-commerce projects to small and large informational websites.
- Used HTML, CSS: flexbox & animations, Custom Post Types, Advanced Custom Fields and WooCommerce to create stunning websites.
- Was introduced to and used: php, javascript, json, jenkins, Microsoft CRM, google analytics, yoast seo.
- I contacted different clients to create and modify their websites and to discuss design options.
- Assisted customers in purchasing and regaining access to their domains.
- Received Employee of the month honors.
- I participated in weekly meetings with my development manager as well as keeping in regular contact with my clients.
Delaware North - Buffalo, NY
September 2017 - February 2018
Web Designer - Intern to Temporary Hire
- I helped to create over 20 new microsites and worked on over 50 websites Using Sitecore and Wordpress
- I contacted different units to create and modify their websites and to discuss design options
- Created wireframes and templates for potential websites.
- Attended meetings and events related to web design, amazon web services, wordpress, Facebook Ads, Sitecore and Photoshop
Staples - Milford, PA
June 2016 - January 2017
Seasonal Sales Associate
- I assisted customers by recommending and describing office and tech products.
- I also assisted with Easy-Tech helpdesk and the diagnosis of Computer hardware and software issues.
- In addition, I performed tasks including tending the cash registers, arranging product displays, stocking shelves and helping with inventory.
- I also aided in opening and closing the store and answering telephone calls.
Vineyard Vines - Central Valley, NY
May 2014 - January 2016
Seasonal Sales Associate
- I assisted customers by recommending and describing products.
- In addition, I performed tasks including tending the cash registers, arranging product displays, stocking shelves and helping with inventory.
- Employee of the week – When I received this award I had the Most “Whale” sales (Customer transactions over $1000) in a one week span of time.
Payless ShoeSource - Middletown, NY
May 2013 - August 2013
Seasonal Sales Associate
- I assisted customers by recommending and describing products.
- In addition, I performed tasks including tending the cash registers, arranging product displays, stocking shelves and helping with inventory.
- I also aided in opening and closing the store and answering telephone calls.
Toys 'R' Us - Middletown, NY
October 2012 - January 2013
Seasonal Team Member
- I assisted customers by recommending and describing products.
- In addition, I performed tasks including tending the cash registers, arranging product displays, stocking shelves and helping with inventory.
- I also aided in opening and closing the store and answering telephone calls.
Portfolio
Here are some of my satisfied clients. Take a look at some of the different projects I have worked on.
Brick House Fitness
This was my first freelance Wordpress site. I received assistance with the SEO from one of my previous coworkers.
1/6
Brower Road Sugar House
This was my first WooCommerce Wordpress site. I created this during my time at Mainstreethost.
3/6
John Gilkey Piano
This was a Wordpress site I worked on at Mainstreethost. Note my use of custom post types here
5/6Climbing Hi Maui
This was a larger Wordpress site I worked on at Mainstreethost. One of my favorites.
6/6My Skills
Just like Hassan Whiteside I am just trying to get my rating up... 😏 Here is a very rough estimation of where my skills might land.
*These are in no way true markers for my actual skill in these areas. I just did it for fun and also to help me keep track of what I need to get better at.