I’m a skilled WordPress web developer with over eight years of experience across agency and freelancing roles. I build clean, scalable, responsive WordPress sites with a strong focus on usability, performance, and accessible design. As the sole developer leading a growing web department, I translate mockups into production-ready builds and create the systems that keep projects running smoothly. I collaborate across design, accounts, and back-end development to deliver polished, accessible solutions, and I perform regular QA and audits to document fixes and improvements.

Shelby Gonzales

I’m a skilled WordPress web developer with over eight years of experience across agency and freelancing roles. I build clean, scalable, responsive WordPress sites with a strong focus on usability, performance, and accessible design. As the sole developer leading a growing web department, I translate mockups into production-ready builds and create the systems that keep projects running smoothly. I collaborate across design, accounts, and back-end development to deliver polished, accessible solutions, and I perform regular QA and audits to document fixes and improvements.

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I’m a skilled WordPress web developer with over eight years of experience across agency and freelancing roles. I build clean, scalable, responsive WordPress sites with a strong focus on usability, performance, and accessible design.

As the sole developer leading a growing web department, I translate mockups into production-ready builds and create the systems that keep projects running smoothly. I collaborate across design, accounts, and back-end development to deliver polished, accessible solutions, and I perform regular QA and audits to document fixes and improvements.

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Experience Level

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Web Development Manager / Front-End Developer at VIIRL Marketing Unlock Health / Dreams cape Marketing (remote)
August 20, 2022 - April 20, 2025
Built and maintained responsive WordPress websites from Figma and Adobe XD mockups using Elementor plus custom PHP, CSS, and HTML. Established standardized workflows and QA processes, handled hosting and ongoing maintenance, and documented fixes/updates for approvals. Collaborated with design, account management, and back-end development to resolve technical challenges and deliver accessible, polished builds. Performed regular QA testing and audits, shared reusable code snippets and best practices to ensure consistency across projects, and supported performance improvements by working with PPC/sales teams. Managed tool and subscription audits to reduce recurring costs and improve operational efficiency.
Web Development Manager / Front-End Developer at VIIRL Marketing
August 20, 2022 - December 1, 2024
Managed front-end and WordPress development for marketing and client sites, translating designs into accessible, responsive builds. Built Elementor-based WordPress pages from Figma/Adobe XD mockups using custom PHP, HTML, and CSS, with emphasis on performance and usability. Performed regular QA/testing and audits, documenting fixes and changes for approval. Collaborated with design and business stakeholders and supported technical scoping and troubleshooting for smooth releases.
Web Developer at Channel 37 Online
February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Provided Drupal website support and application/online technology support during employment.
Website Support Specialist at Ripley Entertainment
April 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Supported Drupal and website technologies, providing application support and troubleshooting for production websites.
Drupal Website Support Specialist at Ripley Entertainment
April 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Provided application and website support for Drupal-based properties. Supported ongoing issues and maintenance while working on technical troubleshooting and application support tasks.
POS Systems Analyst at Pegasus Solutions
June 1, 2018 - July 1, 2020
Supported POS systems analysis and related operational troubleshooting from 2018 through 2020.
Application Support Analyst at One Each Technologies
January 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Handled application support duties, resolving technical issues and supporting operational needs for hosted systems and applications.
Owner, Developer / Designer at Channel 37 Online
December 1, 2017 - Present
Developed and supported WordPress websites and related front-end implementations. Focused on responsive, accessible builds and practical maintenance to support ongoing client needs.
Web Developer at Channel 37 Online
December 1, 2017 - Present
Owned development and design work for a variety of web projects, creating responsive WordPress builds from provided mockups. Established standardized workflows, QA processes, and internal knowledge documentation in Confluence. Coordinated with PPC and sales teams to improve page performance, supported technical scoping, and participated in client meetings to improve close rates.
Hosting Support at Kahala Brands
March 1, 2017 - October 1, 2017
Provided hosting and technical support with responsibilities that included maintenance and support activities for hosted environments.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science (currently attending) at Phoenix College
January 1, 2024 - July 30, 2026
Associate in Applied Science (Programming and Systems Analysis) - Certificate of Completion at Maricopa Community Colleges
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2020
Bachelor of Applied Science at Phoenix College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2020
Associate in Applied Science at Maricopa Community Colleges
January 1, 2024 - July 30, 2026

Qualifications

Linux Professional (Certificate of Completion)
January 1, 2026 - July 30, 2026
Linux Professional
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026
Certificate of Completion (Linux Professional)
January 11, 2030 - July 30, 2026

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail