Minh Dang

Experience

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  RTM Design

  Jan 2000 - Jan 2001

  Web Designer and Developer

  Website design and development for government agencies and private companies including:- The National Portrait Gallery website- The Australian Parliament House website- The National Library of Australia website

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  Bearcage Productions

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2004

  Broadcast Designer

  Broadcast design and visual effects for TV commercials for companies including:- Foxtel- The National Zoo & Aquarium- ActewAGL

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  CRE8IVE

  Jan 2004 - Jan 2005

  Web Designer

  Web design and development of websites for organisations including:- Lifeline- Department of Tourism, Industry and Resources

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  Optus

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2008

  Web Designer

  I was a lead designer in Optus’ web team and designed and published landing pages and web banners to optus.com.au and optuszoo.com.au.

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  Loan Market Home Finance Brokers (Australia)

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2012

  Senior Finance Broker

  Providing mortgage and property purchasing advice to home buyers and property investors.

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  Victorian Department of Primary Industries

  Mar 2011 - Nov 2012

  Web Content Manager

  I was a core member of a team that maintained dpi.vic.gov.au. I published web content and maintained the website using Squiz Matrix, HTML, CSS and Javascript. I also published online feedback forms, surveys and enewsletters.It was a varied role and I was involved in managing the workflow to a team of five web publishers and developers.I also provided CMS training for staff – I delivered eight training workshops and trained eighty staff from the Department of Sustainability and Environment to use Squiz Matrix.I worked on the following websites:– dpi.vic.gov.au– smartmeters.vic.gov.au– switchon.vic.gov.au Show less

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  Defence Science and Technology Organisation

  Nov 2012 - Nov 2015

  Web Designer/Developer

  In this role, I managed the intranet for a major defence organisation, serving as a vital resource for internal communications and departmental operations. I worked closely with a team of approximately 12 content authors, ensuring cohesive content management across the department while maintaining the intranet’s architecture, user interface (UI), and user experience (UX).Key Responsibilities:– Oversaw the design, development, and ongoing management of the intranet’s content and structure, ensuring it remained user-friendly, visually appealing, and aligned with organisational objectives.– Coordinated a content team to review, edit, and publish accurate, timely, and engaging materials, maintaining consistent quality and compliance with internal standards.– Conducted regular user testing and gathered feedback from staff and stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement and enhance the intranet’s functionality and relevance.– Implemented iterative updates to improve usability, navigation, and search capabilities, fostering a more efficient and effective digital workspace.Notable Achievements:– Led initiatives to continuously improve the intranet’s value as a resource, incorporating feedback and analytics to drive enhancements that boosted staff engagement and productivity.– Played a key role in the redevelopment of the organisation’s corporate website (www.dst.defence.gov.au), contributing to its design, structure, and content strategy to better align with external communication goals. Show less

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  EngineRoom

  Oct 2015 - Jan 2018

  Web Content Manager

  I had the privilege of working at EngineRoom (previously known as Digital360), a dynamic start-up digital agency with a talented team of 30 specialists. My role focused on managing and publishing website content for a portfolio of approximately 20 small to medium-sized business clients.Key Responsibilities:– Oversaw content management for client websites, ensuring accurate and timely updates.– Conducted comprehensive SEO audits and implemented on-page optimizations, targeting high-value keywords in SEO-sensitive areas.– Collaborated with clients to refine their digital presence, driving measurable improvements in search engine rankings.Notable Achievements:– Managed high-performing websites, including cleanawater.com.au, roselaw.com.au, sheengroup.com.au, and acekarts.com.au, all of which ranked prominently in organic Google searches for competitive key terms.– Played a key role in driving SEO success for clients, contributing to their business growth through enhanced online visibility. Show less

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  Agriculture Victoria

  Apr 2018 - Jul 2020

  Web Editor

  As the Web Editor for two of the Victorian Government’s largest and most high-traffic websites, I managed a digital library of over 2,500 pages serving a diverse, engaged audience. This role required adaptability and quick turnarounds, often working under tight deadlines to produce high-quality content.Key Responsibilities:– Collaborated with cross-functional teams to review, refine, and enhance web content and presentation.– Edited, authored, and managed digital content, including media releases and e-newsletters.– Designed and coded new pages and templates, ensuring functionality and accessibility.– Provided Google Analytics insights and supported teams in interpreting and leveraging data for strategic decisions.Notable Contributions:– Published critical emergency communication materials during the 2019/20 bushfires and COVID-19 response, ensuring timely and accurate information reached the public.– Developed landing pages for major grant programs and government initiatives, optimising user engagement and accessibility. Show less

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  Department of Transport and Planning

  Aug 2020 - Jan 2021

  Digital Communications Advisor
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  Leidos

  Jan 2021 - now

  Web Manager