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I’m Mark, a frontend React/Next.js developer focused on building fast, API-driven web apps for startups and global brands. I design scalable UI components, integrate GraphQL and REST data, and craft user experiences that feel intuitive across devices. As a designer-turned-developer, I’ve led digital projects from concept to launch, and I enjoy turning complex problems into practical, elegant solutions under tight deadlines. I also create internal tools and platforms to help teams work smarter.…I’m Mark, a frontend React/Next.js developer focused on building fast, API-driven web apps for startups and global brands. I design scalable UI components, integrate GraphQL and REST data, and craft user experiences that feel intuitive across devices. As a designer-turned-developer, I’ve led digital projects from concept to launch, and I enjoy turning complex problems into practical, elegant solutions under tight deadlines. I also create internal tools and platforms to help teams work smarter.

Mark A. Shoesmith

Front-End Developer, Copywriter, Graphic Designer, +6

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I’m Mark, a frontend React/Next.js developer focused on building fast, API-driven web apps for startups and global brands. I design scalable UI components, integrate GraphQL and REST data, and craft user experiences that feel intuitive across devices. As a designer-turned-developer, I’ve led digital projects from concept to launch, and I enjoy turning complex problems into practical, elegant solutions under tight deadlines. I also create internal tools and platforms to help teams work smarter.…I’m Mark, a frontend React/Next.js developer focused on building fast, API-driven web apps for startups and global brands. I design scalable UI components, integrate GraphQL and REST data, and craft user experiences that feel intuitive across devices. As a designer-turned-developer, I’ve led digital projects from concept to launch, and I enjoy turning complex problems into practical, elegant solutions under tight deadlines. I also create internal tools and platforms to help teams work smarter.

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I’m Mark, a frontend React/Next.js developer focused on building fast, API-driven web apps for startups and global brands. I design scalable UI components, integrate GraphQL and REST data, and craft user experiences that feel intuitive across devices.

As a designer-turned-developer, I’ve led digital projects from concept to launch, and I enjoy turning complex problems into practical, elegant solutions under tight deadlines. I also create internal tools and platforms to help teams work smarter.

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Work Experience

React Developer Freelance at Freelance

January 1, 2025 - August 5, 2025

Collaborated with a range of clients to consult, design, develop, and streamline digital launchpads for businesses. Built fast, responsive web apps using React and Next.js within a headless WordPress framework. Developed scalable, reusable UI components for a consistent frontend. Created full-stack sites with custom fields using GraphQL. Designed user experiences and interfaces tailored to alleviate real-world problems. Founded The Blurb platform to help independent authors and publishers gain exposure to their titles, currently in demo state.

Frontend Designer/Developer at Innovid

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Created digital ads for global clients (Netflix, Samsung, Amazon, Adobe); designed UI elements and prototypes in Figma/Creative Suite; built scalable JS templates for display, social, DOOH and CTV campaigns; managed tight deadlines and end-to-end client relationships; concepted and executed interactive campaigns and internal tools.

Digital Designer & App Lead at Healthier Weight

December 31, 2021 - July 9, 2025

Transformed UX and UI design to establish a strong, innovative brand in the private healthcare sector. Researched, designed and implemented the UX/UI of the HW app which gained over 1000 subscribers in its first month. Completely re-designed the company website and all customer touchpoints with eye-catching graphics, videos, nurturing emails, and print content. Sourced, filmed, edited, and promoted patient success stories including scouting locations and interviews.

Senior Content Executive - Configurator at Spark44

December 31, 2019 - July 9, 2025

Built and maintained a vital online tool for Jaguar & Land Rover, published in 23 global markets. Managed tight timelines for new car launches and improved UX for a seamless and intuitive interface.

Marketing and Graphic Design Executive at Leon Consulting

December 31, 2017 - July 9, 2025

Worked for a startup to help establish its brand. Took charge of graphic and web design, opening the door to a frontend designer and developer career.