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I completed an intensive full-time bootcamp with Northcoders, focused on full-stack JavaScript development. I built scalable web and mobile apps using JavaScript, HTML/CSS, React, React Native, Node.js, Express, PostgreSQL, MongoDB and REST APIs, following the MVC architecture. I also worked with Git/GitHub, Vite, Render, Supabase, Netlify, Expo and the Gemini API, with testing handled via Jest and Supertest. The course emphasised Agile methodologies, pair programming and TDD, with a strong focus on collaboration and clean code.

I provide end-to-end print production and editorial design services for authors, publishers and independent clients. My work spans book and cover design, layout and typesetting, sub-editing, proofreading and project management – guiding titles from manuscript to finished publication. Previous projects include 'The History of Video Gaming From Those Who Made It' (The Retro Hour, 2023), 'From Vultures to Vampires' Vols. 1–3 (David Pleasance & Trevor Dickinson, 2021–23) and 'Retro Tea Breaks: Selected Interviews Vol. 1' (Neil Thomas, 2020)

As Production Lead at Pip Decks, I helped bridge print and digital design. I developed a robust XML workflow for transferring print content into the app and rebuilt the master InDesign template for consistency across products. I applied artwork to packaging nets, contributed to product concepts like notebooks and workbooks, and created brand-consistent designs for Miro board products. I also proofread content, refined the house style guide, and upheld best design practices to improve quality across assets.

As Head of Content Production at Law Business Research, I led the creative direction for multiple brand and product redesigns, including the transformation of four bimonthly journals into premium quarterly magazines. I spearheaded a print-to-digital transition strategy that included the rollout of digital platforms like Foleon and laid the groundwork for CMS-based publishing via Setka. I introduced an XML-first workflow that automated 90% of layout for the flagship GTDT series, managed quality control across 400+ titles annually, and oversaw end-to-end production, scheduling and printer liaison.