Web Developer and Social Media Intern

Overview and Summary

Conducted accessibility audits and implemented targeted UI fixes to improve web standards compliance on a client-facing website. Simultaneously produced social media content for a professional author's brand, including short-form video assets for Instagram Reels tied to book promotion campaigns. Collaborated directly with the client through iterative feedback cycles to refine deliverables and align content with marketing objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Web Accessibility Audits

Conducted accessibility audits using WAVE to identify front-end style issues and compliance gaps across the client-facing website.

UI Fixes and Improvements

Implemented targeted fixes including contrast corrections and code-level improvements to meet web accessibility standards (WCAG compliance).

Back-End Architecture Modifications

Navigated and modified the site's back-end architecture to apply audit findings consistently across the codebase.

Social Media Content Creation

Designed and produced short-form video assets for Instagram Reels and other social platforms tied to book promotion campaigns.

Iterative Client Collaboration

Collaborated directly with the client through feedback cycles to refine deliverables and ensure content aligned with marketing objectives.

Technologies and Skills

Web Development

HTML, CSS, Code Optimization, Back-End Navigation

Accessibility Standards

WAVE Audits, WCAG Compliance, Contrast Corrections

Content Creation

Video Production, Short-Form Content, Social Media Assets

Client Communication

Feedback Integration, Iterative Refinement, Project Alignment

Implementation Highlights

Comprehensive Accessibility Audit and Remediation

Used WAVE to systematically identify accessibility issues across the website, then implemented targeted fixes at both the UI and code levels to improve compliance with web accessibility standards.

Back-End Integration of Audit Findings

Modified the site's back-end architecture to apply accessibility improvements consistently, ensuring fixes persisted across the codebase rather than being isolated to individual pages.

Strategic Social Media Content Strategy

Developed and produced short-form video content tailored to Instagram Reels and other platforms, aligning social media strategy with book promotion campaigns and client marketing objectives.

Learning Outcomes

Gained expertise in web accessibility standards and WCAG compliance principles
Developed proficiency with accessibility audit tools such as WAVE
Improved ability to identify and fix accessibility issues at both UI and code levels
Enhanced skills in short-form video production and social media content design
Strengthened ability to integrate client feedback and refine deliverables iteratively
Practiced managing parallel responsibilities (development + content creation) in a professional setting

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