Greg Jacobs

Experience

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  Interactive Data Visualization - IDV

  Apr 2005 - Sept 2005

  Graphic Design & CAD Technician Intern

  Internship at 3D Environment Creation Studio creating 3D Environments using Speedtree RT CAD and various Adobe Programs. Also, developed communication skills & team skills for the work environment.

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  Jumper Carter Sease Architects, P.A.

  May 2007 - Oct 2008

  Graphic Design / CAD Technician

  Developed AutoCAD drawing skills as well as communication, team skills, stressful atmosphere, pressured deadlines. Also, enhanced 3D Rendering skills, 3D animation, and technical computer related skills.

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  The Booth Company, Inc.

  Oct 2008 - Jul 2009

  Graphic Design / 3D Architecture Design & Rendering Artist

  Greatly enhanced my experience in communication, team skills, stressful atmosphere, pressured deadlines, and creative criticism. Also, mastered 3D Rendering skills for photo-realistic environments.

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  GregJacobs.com

  Jul 2010 - Jan 2023

  Website Designer & Software Application Developer

  Graphic Design, Web Design, 3D Architectural Design, Photography, Print Design, Interactive Design, Multimedia Specialist

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  Philips Consumer Lifestyle

  Oct 2010 - May 2011

  Graphic Designer

  Graphic Design, Packaging Design, Production AssistantAided in the Graphic Design and Print Production department utilizing Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign to produce packaging materials and packaged mockups for consumer electronics and small appliance products sold at large consumer lifestyle retail stores.

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  Truphonic Recording

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2015

  Web Developer & IT Management

  Born and raised in Charleston, Gregory Jacobs is an avid music fan and live music junkie from way back. He really understands the craft and the personal dynamics of the independent recording artist. ”I love being part of the process. I'm not just a fan... I’m a supporter of original music. My job is helping artist’s realize their musical goals at Truphonic.”

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  Freshley Media, Inc.

  Jun 2011 - Jan 2015

  Chief Website Designer & Account Manager

  As Chief Website Designer & Account Manager at Freshley Media, I led the creative and technical aspects of web design, development, and content management, driving digital initiatives that engaged audiences and delivered measurable results.Key Responsibilities: • Graphic & Interface Design: Created retina display graphics, page layouts, print and web advertisements, event graphics, and integrated Google Fonts for enhanced typography. • Website Development: Developed responsive and cross-browser websites using PHP, MySQL, HTML5, jQuery, and CSS. Focused on delivering seamless user experiences across mobile, tablet, and desktop platforms. • Web Content Management: Managed and updated website content, including copy, social media integration, and interactive digital assets to boost audience engagement. • SEO Optimization: Implemented SEO strategies, including meta tags, keyword density, page descriptions, image metadata, and XML sitemaps to improve search engine rankings. • Web Directorship: Researched and applied design trends and visual identities to strengthen brand presence. Managed the development and maintenance of web-based applications, supporting e-commerce and company information needs. Led development teams across multiple projects, enhancing web functionality and user experience.This role showcased my expertise in both the creative and technical realms of web development and design, aligning with my commitment to delivering high-quality digital solutions that meet business goals. Show less

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  MassageBook

  Jan 2015 - Jun 2023

  UI / UX Designer & Front End Developer

  As a UI/UX Designer and Front End Developer at MassageBook, I merged design and development expertise to create engaging user interfaces and robust front-end solutions. A key focus was developing reusable components in Vue.js and managing an extensive custom SCSS library, ensuring consistent styling and functionality across different areas of the app. • Vue.js Component Development: Developed reusable single-file components in Vue JS, enhancing modularity and maintainability. Extensively managed a custom SCSS library with global variables, mixins, and functions to maintain consistent styling across the application. • UI/UX Design: Designed user-centric interfaces using Sketch, Adobe XD, and Figma, following a structured process from wireframes and mockups to prototypes. Enhanced user experiences with responsive designs, CSS animations, and retina-ready graphics. • Front End Development & Refactoring: Led front-end development using HTML5, CSS/SASS, and JavaScript, focusing on cross-browser compatibility and responsive design for mobile, tablet, and desktop. Spearheaded the refactoring of the entire application from Bootstrap 2 to Bootstrap 4, maintaining a responsive layout architecture. • Code Refactoring & Collaboration: Contributed significantly to refactoring legacy code, including Handlebars, Marionette, and Backbone, improving performance and maintainability. Collaborated closely with teams using GitHub, Jira, Figma, and Slack to streamline development processes. • Technical Skills & Tools: Utilized Docker, Vagrant, Node.js, Webpack, Gulp, Grunt, Jekyll, and TypeScript for various development tasks. Managed projects and task flows using Jira, ensuring version control and consistency with Git.This role allowed me to leverage my skills in developing scalable, reusable front-end components and managing extensive styling frameworks, significantly contributing to the overall success of MassageBook’s web applications. Show less

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  Togetherwork

  Jun 2023 - now

  Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

  As a Senior QA Automation Engineer at Togetherwork, I lead the development of advanced automation solutions to scale and streamline testing. Key achievements include: • Cypress & Gherkin Automation: Developed automated test suites using Cypress and Gherkin (Cucumber), enhancing test coverage and accelerating feedback for our teams. • Node.js Integration Apps: Built Node.js applications to integrate test results with Jira Xray and TestRail, improving test management and reporting efficiency. • CI/CD Pipeline Optimization: Implemented parallel test execution in CI/CD pipelines via GitHub Actions, reducing test times and boosting deployment efficiency. • Scalable Automation Architecture: Designed a scalable automation framework with maintainable Page Object Models and data-driven testing, aligned with best practices in test automation. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked with developers and took QA leadership to drive automation initiatives, focusing on usability, performance, security testing, and automated API Endpoint tests. • Mentorship & Process Improvement: Led improvements in test strategies and mentored team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and quality enhancement.This role has enabled me to leverage my expertise in QA automation and software development to drive impactful improvements, positioning me well for roles that require a strategic, hands-on approach to automation engineering. Show less