About Me

Michael L. Jackson

I’m an accomplished Front End Web Developer with expertise in creating responsive, accessible websites using modern tools, including React, Laravel, WordPress, and more. I have a history of leading large scale accessibility efforts, including writing guidelines, documentation, and best practices to ensure inclusive user experiences. Proven ability to build custom APIs, maintain legacy code, and improve workflow processes by utilizing Agile methodologies. With a strong commitment to modern development and delivering quality work, I bring scalable solutions to leverage accessibility and innovation.

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Experience

Airtight Design

Front End Web Developer | Accessibility Lead

April 2022 – Current

    • Led accessibility initiatives by creating best practice documentation, Accessibility Conformance Reports using VPAT templates, and refactoring components to improve HTML semantics and accessibility standards
    • Developed responsive websites and web applications using PHP frameworks like Laravel and ZEND, integrating dynamic data and leveraging Gutenberg blocks, Advanced Custom Fields, and BEM CSS methodology for custom WordPress solutions
    • Translated designs from Figma/Adobe XD into scalable, responsive web pages, exporting assets and optimizing workflows for efficiency
    • Managed over 100 website repositories with Git, resolving merge conflicts, maintaining version control, and collaborating on staging and production environments

Brew Agency

Lead Front End Web Developer

June 2018 – April 2022

    • Collaborated with clients during discovery meetings to gather requirements, define project scope, and provide accurate estimates, ensuring alignment with business needs
    • Designed and developed custom website solutions, including e-commerce platforms using WooCommerce and Stripe integration, with a focus on custom WordPress themes and plugins
    • Translated designs and wireframes into fully functional, responsive websites using front-end technologies like HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, and back-end technologies like PHP and MySQL/phpMyAdmin
    • Developed and implemented team development guidelines and best practices to ensure consistency and efficiency in the design and development process

Xdesign, Inc.

Front End Web Developer

July 2016 – March 2018

    • Developed semantic HTML and reusable code sections from Illustrator and Photoshop designs, optimizing UX interactions, content flow, and accessibility to modern web standards
    • Enhanced user experiences and SEO performance by implementing advanced CSS methodologies, rich snippets, and functional solutions using JavaScript and jQuery
    • Maintained strong version control with Git via BitBucket and Tower, collaborating on CMS logic with the Interactive team and ensuring scalable, maintainable workflows