Matt Oliver Creative Digital Designer/Developer
Approachable and friendly with a thirst for knowledge, my passion is design and new technologies. I have a degree in BA (Hons) Interactive Media Production and over 7 years experience in front end development; working with clients to deliver creative digital solutions and great user experiences.
I enjoy working with a motivated and creative team that has like-minded individuals that share the same passion for their role within industry. I always take the opportunity to learn something new. Most of all, I enjoy putting ideas into practice, expressing my imagination onto a screen and creating visual experiences that stimulate minds. I take responsibility for the balance between functionality and design; whilst a website needs look great it also needs to load fast and be accessible.
Skills
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Digital Media Production
Seven years of experience working on interactive digital projects across a range of platforms and form factors.
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User Experience
I bring a clear user-centered focus to my projects, making wireframes & mockups deliver on business objectives and user needs through well thought-out digital strategies.
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Easy Communicator
Put me in front of a client, and I will ensure technical issues are explained in plain english and that everyone will be on the same page.
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Team Player
I’m just as comfortable being mentored as I am mentoring others. I enjoy the collaborative process of solving problems but won’t shy away from owning and running with a project when needed.
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Responsive Website Design & Build
HTML5, CSS3, SASS, JS, jQuery, Wordpress, API’s etc. I have also had some experience with PHP, MySQL, Drupal + more.
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Graphic Design / Illustration
Drawing & sketching are a passion of mine, and i'm happiest when designing beautiful interfaces with engaging visuals.
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Data & Analytics
Studying analytics and heatmaps to better understand human behaviour patterns. I can help you translate numbers and charts into increased engagement.
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Adobe Creative Nerd
Adobe Creative Cloud is my playground. I'm a keen learner and eager to always stay on top of the latest design trends and development tools.
Education
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2009 - 2012
Bournemouth University
BA (Hons) Interactive Media Production
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2001 - 2006
Toynbee School
GCSE Art, ICT, French, History, Maths, English, Science
Experience
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September 2016 - September 2019
Senior Digital Designer
Bournemouth University
Working across multiple internal & external campaigns in the Marketing & Communications department. Studying analytics to enhance the main website. I also design and develop microsites and interactive tools, whilst guiding stakeholders through user experience processes. My focus is enhancing the students digital user experience.
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November 2015 - May 2016
Front End Developer
Kolab Digital
During my time at Kolab I worked with the creative teams in our Poole, London and Poland offices on a variety of digital projects. Improving and broadening my development knowledge and coding skills by building accessible, responsive and adaptive user experiences.
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November 2012 - November 2015
Web Designer
Intergage
A fully integrated marketing agency based in Poole, I delivered bespoke responsive websites that could be easily maintained and managed by the client using the CMS. During my time at Intergage, I learnt the importance of giving the customer journey by building positive working relationships with clients to help them achieve their digital business goals.
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August 2011 - September 2011
Creative Technologist
Saatchi & Saatchi
Part of my university placement, I gained work experience in London where I was lucky to work with a handful of globally successful brands. Creating apps and digital solutions, I enjoyed inspiring people on a commercial platform for everyone to see.
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Interests
- Family & friends
- Art & Drawing
- Health / Wellbeing
- Awesome Music
- Augmented Reality
- Southampton FC
- Great Food
- Nature / Travel
- Blockchain