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Hi, I'm Joel McCann, a passionate Frontend and WordPress Developer based in Toronto, Ontario. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in custom WordPress theme and plugin development, WooCommerce, and

Joel McCann

Hi, I'm Joel McCann, a passionate Frontend and WordPress Developer based in Toronto, Ontario. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in custom WordPress theme and plugin development, WooCommerce, and Membership development, leveraging my skills in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, and other modern web technologies. I have worked on diverse projects from small business websites to complex e-commerce stores and custom applications, always focused on delivering responsive, accessible, and

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Hi, I’m Joel McCann, a passionate Frontend and WordPress Developer based in Toronto, Ontario. With over 15 years of experience, I specialize in custom WordPress theme and plugin development, WooCommerce, and Membership development, leveraging my skills in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, and other modern web technologies. I have worked on diverse projects from small business websites to complex e-commerce stores and custom applications, always focused on delivering responsive, accessible, and high-performance websites.

My work experience spans working as a lead developer on multiple contracts for marketing, health, real estate, and other sectors, using modern tools and methodologies including GIT for version control and agile team collaboration. I continuously update my skill set with the latest technologies and design software like Adobe Creative Suite and Figma to ensure the best user experience. I am enthusiastic about problem-solving, enhancing user interfaces, and building fast, scalable web solutions tailored to client needs.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
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Work Experience

Contract WordPress Developer at Upstream Marketing
January 1, 2023 - Present
Lead developer on multiple custom WordPress website themes including Bell Island Mine Tour and Baffin Seafood. Responsibilities included custom theme development using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, ensuring accessible and responsive design, and optimizing with tools like Google Lighthouse and GTMetrix.
Contract Developer at Hill+Knowlton Strategies
January 1, 2022 - Present
Lead developer on multiple custom WordPress and static theme projects including Cancer Action Now and Canadian Association of Lifestyle Balance. Delivered accessible, responsive WordPress themes using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP and optimized websites via Google Lighthouse and GTMetrix.
Contract WordPress Developer at Chatterson
January 1, 2022 - August 25, 2025
Lead WordPress developer on projects including Banff Park Lodge and Callahan Property Group. Utilized WP REST API to connect with other APIs, custom WordPress theme and plugin development, WooCommerce, custom membership portal development, and ensured accessible, responsive design optimized using Google Lighthouse and GTMetrix.
Contract Developer at St. Joseph Communication
January 1, 2020 - Present
Developed custom WordPress themes for Canon cameras, created HTML5 web banner animations for internal TD Bank displays, and contributed to internal custom WordPress development projects. Utilized version control with Git.
Contract WordPress Developer at Cundari
January 1, 2021 - August 25, 2025
Lead developer for multiple WordPress projects including custom theme development for clients such as Canada Dry, Metro Beauty, and Drink Baia. Delivered custom themes using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP.
Contract Developer at University of Toronto
June 30, 2019 - August 25, 2025
Developed custom applications using external APIs, and custom WordPress themes for internal ITS department. Worked in an agile team using WP REST API.
Freelance Web Designer / Developer at TB Media
January 1, 2008 - Present
Multimedia designer specializing in website design and development, application development, domain name and hosting management, video editing primarily for the web, and title/logo animation. Delivered custom WordPress theme, WooCommerce, and Memberpress development.
Designer - Developer at Tuesday Afternoon Media
May 31, 2018 - August 25, 2025
Designed and developed LMS software and courses for large Canadian banks and telecom companies. Developed modules using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and PHP in an Agile team. Managed code versioning with Git and Bitbucket. Created 2D/3D animation for web video with After Effects and Cinema 4D.

Education

Certificate in Web Design and Development at Ryerson University
January 1, 2010 - August 25, 2025

Qualifications

Advanced WordPress Development Bootcamp
January 1, 2017 - August 25, 2025
Advanced JavaScript Bootcamp
January 1, 2015 - August 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Computers & Electronics, Gaming, Government, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution, Software & Internet, Manufacturing, Travel & Hospitality, Transportation & Logistics, Consumer Goods, Agriculture & Mining, Energy & Utilities, Life Sciences, Telecommunications, Other