Front-end Web Developer

I have been hand-coding HTML and CSS for over nineteen years (tableless, standards-compliant since 2002). I enjoy tinkering with jQuery. I'm working with HTML, CSS and JS everyday.

Quick overview of front end web developer skills:

  • Semantic markup
  • W3C compliance
  • Accessible principles and WAI / Section 508
  • Search engine optimisation principles
  • Cross platform (Mac and Win) and native browser testing as standard
  • Mobile layout / responsive behaviour
  • Happy to work in other environments (Visual Studio, TextPad, Remote Access, etc.)
  • Comfortable working with developers, designers, project managers...
  • Clean layout, light code (all hand written) + commenting
  • Comfortable working pre, mid or post development
  • Fine attention to detail, swift service.

I have worked closely with developers on many projects:

  • I've worked closely with ASP Classic, ASP.NET, PHP and J2EE developers
  • Microsoft CMS & Microsoft SharePoint customisations,
  • Many bespoke applications (in a variety of languages) – customer-facing & admin,
  • Proprietary content management systems,
  • Site templates & entire websites
  • Email newsletters + MailChimp and CampaignMonitor templates
  • WordPress and Drupal installations and customisations
  • Expression Engine installations and customisations
  • Craft CMS installations and customisations

Front end developer clients (a sample):

  • Department of Education and Training
  • National Rugby League (NRL)
  • Fox Symes and Associates
  • Blake Dawson
  • Corality
  • Tourism Technology
  • Chandler Macleod
  • Singleton Ogilvy Interactive
  • BMF
  • G2
  • Sensory Creative
  • Pixel This
  • LoveJungle
  • Bullseye
  • Citizen Watches Australia
  • Easy School Resources
  • Slader.com

If I can help you with your project, call me on 0409 037 250 or send me a message.

Quick facts

  • Freelance web designer based in the Blue Mountains (just outside Sydney)
  • Prefer to work from my office
  • Hour rate: $ contact me
  • Project rate: $ will quote
  • I'm passionate about quality
  • Married, with two great kids

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Skill & software overview

  • Trained graphic designer
  • 22+ yrs commercial experience
  • User-centred approach
  • Advanced Photoshop & Illustrator
  • Advanced HTML & CSS
  • W3C & WAI compliant
  • Responsive / Mobile friendly
  • WordPress customisation
  • ExpressionEngine customisation
  • Craft CMS customisation
  • ZenDesk theme customisation

Right now I am...

  • Working with Metagenics' popular probiotic and supplement labels to lift their digital branding.
  • Working with Signet to lift their online presence. Interface design & code, EdMs and digital graphics are all part of the suite of changes underway.
  • Ongoing work with Insignia to create digital art for online and tradeshow promotion.
  • Working with a podcast production company on a popular US-based medical podcast website running Wordpress.

Testimonials

Thanks a bunch, Dave. These are fantastic and everyone is now referring to you as 'miracle man' around the office ???? We love what you do! Sarah S., Metagenics
Epic! Thank you! Legend... Perfect! Thank you, as always! Reece, NRL
I love it man - You never disappoint, I'll pass on to the guys and come back to you... they all love it. Richard M, Marketing Consultant
INCREDIBLE! You are amazing! Thank you!!! Marius, ITV Studios Australia
Thanks so much for your help with those changes, I really appreciate you turning that around for me on such a short deadline. You've been extremely accommodating and helpful in piecing the product together, and I know everyone over here will be thrilled with the final result. Gina, Manly Sea Eagles
I just wanted to thank you for the work you've put in – you're a true professional and I will not hesitate to recommend you to anyone (except our competition!) Al, Specialised Force
I like the sizing and fonts, I think it's a clean design and the key points are emphasised well! Paul P, Dasck
This is perfect, well done. For future reference things like this is why we like working with you, so keep it up. Rickard, Corality
Looks great mate, This is exactly what I needed. Love this… thanks mate for the quick turnaround. Chris R, Racing & Sports
Wow after months of collaboration with the fantastic Dave Rayner, we are loving our new website. Colourful, fresh, easy to navigate and so many pictures to get our travel juices flowing! A big thank you Dave for making our transition from old to new super easy. Hayley, Sisterhood Women's Travel

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