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I am an innovative and problem-solving professional with exceptional skills in WordPress, Elementor, and version control systems such as Git. I am proficient in responsive web design, modern UX principles, and customizing WordPress themes. I have strong communication skills that allow me to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. With extensive experience in website optimization techniques, WCAG compliance, and SEO best practices, I am adept at independently designing, building, and deploying websites. I am excited to bring my expertise to new opportunities in WordPress development. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed multiple projects remotely and onsite, continually honing my technical skills while delivering highly functional, accessible, and user-friendly websites. I thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges to create impactful digital experiences.…I am an innovative and problem-solving professional with exceptional skills in WordPress, Elementor, and version control systems such as Git. I am proficient in responsive web design, modern UX principles, and customizing WordPress themes. I have strong communication skills that allow me to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. With extensive experience in website optimization techniques, WCAG compliance, and SEO best practices, I am adept at independently designing, building, and deploying websites. I am excited to bring my expertise to new opportunities in WordPress development. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed multiple projects remotely and onsite, continually honing my technical skills while delivering highly functional, accessible, and user-friendly websites. I thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges to create impactful digital experiences.

Jose G. Acosta

Web Developer, Programmer, Developer, +2

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I am an innovative and problem-solving professional with exceptional skills in WordPress, Elementor, and version control systems such as Git. I am proficient in responsive web design, modern UX principles, and customizing WordPress themes. I have strong communication skills that allow me to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. With extensive experience in website optimization techniques, WCAG compliance, and SEO best practices, I am adept at independently designing, building, and deploying websites. I am excited to bring my expertise to new opportunities in WordPress development. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed multiple projects remotely and onsite, continually honing my technical skills while delivering highly functional, accessible, and user-friendly websites. I thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges to create impactful digital experiences.…I am an innovative and problem-solving professional with exceptional skills in WordPress, Elementor, and version control systems such as Git. I am proficient in responsive web design, modern UX principles, and customizing WordPress themes. I have strong communication skills that allow me to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. With extensive experience in website optimization techniques, WCAG compliance, and SEO best practices, I am adept at independently designing, building, and deploying websites. I am excited to bring my expertise to new opportunities in WordPress development. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed multiple projects remotely and onsite, continually honing my technical skills while delivering highly functional, accessible, and user-friendly websites. I thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges to create impactful digital experiences.

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I am an innovative and problem-solving professional with exceptional skills in WordPress, Elementor, and version control systems such as Git. I am proficient in responsive web design, modern UX principles, and customizing WordPress themes. I have strong communication skills that allow me to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. With extensive experience in website optimization techniques, WCAG compliance, and SEO best practices, I am adept at independently designing, building, and deploying websites.

I am excited to bring my expertise to new opportunities in WordPress development. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed multiple projects remotely and onsite, continually honing my technical skills while delivering highly functional, accessible, and user-friendly websites. I thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy solving complex challenges to create impactful digital experiences.

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Work Experience

Freelance – WordPress Web Developer at The Blake Horwitz Law Firm

May 1, 2025 - August 25, 2025

Redesigned the law firm's website using WordPress and Elementor, improving navigation and user workflows to increase engagement. Migrated content from Webflow CMS to WordPress CMS, enhancing content management and SEO through strategic linking and meta description optimization. Developed and styled custom components ensuring WCAG compliance and responsive layout designs in Figma to improve accessibility. Added Google Maps and contact form functionalities to boost customer engagement.

Senior IT Analyst - Web Developer at Westat

August 1, 2024 - August 25, 2025

Implemented and maintained 10 websites using WordPress and Drupal with responsive design and accessibility compliance, resulting in increased user engagement. Enhanced website speed and SEO performance by optimizing images and meta descriptions, improving search engine rankings. Developed custom WordPress plugins with HTML, PHP, CSS, and JavaScript, improving site functionality. Integrated Google Maps with contact form features to streamline customer inquiries and improve location visibility.

Web Content Development Specialist at University Of Illinois, Chicago

April 1, 2020 - August 25, 2025

Developed wireframes in Figma and translated designs into PHP templates to streamline development and enhance user experience. Customized WordPress plugins while optimizing site function using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to boost SEO performance and responsiveness. Launched successful Mailchimp email campaigns that increased web traffic and engagement. Configured Google Maps and contact forms to further enhance user engagement.

Web/Software Developer at DePaul Innovation and Development Lab

October 1, 2019 - August 25, 2025

Built and deployed WordPress-based websites hosted on SiteGround, optimizing server configurations to improve performance and reliability. Programmed and tested layouts with CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and PHP to elevate user experience and SEO rankings. Utilized agile methodologies and Trello for task tracking, sprint planning, and workflow management to ensure on-time project completion.

Web Specialist at University of Illinois Chicago, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

January 1, 2019 - August 25, 2025

Led rebuilding of 30+ department websites using a custom WordPress theme, migrating content from Telerik Sitefinity to improve user experience and content management. Delivered WordPress CMS training sessions enhancing editor proficiency and management efficiency. Optimized web content for SEO, boosting search visibility and traffic via strategic keyword and meta description implementation. Integrated custom contact forms to increase user engagement.

Web Developer at Ultra Fire Safety/America's Fire Shield

December 1, 2016 - August 25, 2025

Maintained and updated two fire prevention websites using HTML, PHP, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress CMS, Volusion E-commerce, and Photoshop to enhance user experience. Improved SEO ranking by rewriting meta descriptions and adding alt tags to images, increasing search visibility and website traffic. Designed and executed effective email marketing campaigns via Mailchimp to boost site engagement.

Freelance – WordPress Web Developer at The Blake Horwitz Law Firm

May 31, 2025 - September 4, 2025

Redesigned the firm's website using WordPress and Elementor page builder, improving navigation and user workflows which increased user engagement. Migrated content from Webflow CMS to WordPress CMS enhancing content management and boosting SEO through internal linking and meta description optimization. Developed and styled custom components with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP while ensuring WCAG compliance and responsive design. Added Google Maps and contact form functionality to improve customer engagement.

Senior IT Analyst - Web Developer at Westat

August 31, 2024 - September 4, 2025

Implemented and maintained 10 websites using WordPress and Drupal, ensuring responsive design and accessibility compliance leading to increased user engagement. Enhanced website speed and SEO performance by optimizing images and meta descriptions, improving search rankings. Developed custom WordPress plugins to improve site functionality. Integrated Google Maps with contact forms, streamlining customer inquiries and improving location visibility.

Web Content Development Specialist at University Of Illinois, Chicago

April 30, 2020 - September 4, 2025

Developed wireframes in Figma and translated designs into dynamic PHP templates to streamline development workflow and enhance UX. Customized WordPress plugins and optimized site using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP to improve SEO and responsiveness. Launched successful Mailchimp email campaign that increased traffic and engagement. Configured Google Maps and contact forms to enhance user engagement.

Web/Software Developer at DePaul Innovation and Development Lab

October 31, 2019 - September 4, 2025

Built and deployed websites on WordPress CMS using SiteGround for hosting and server configuration, improving site performance and reliability. Programmed and tested layouts with CSS, HTML, JavaScript, and PHP to enhance user experience and SEO rankings. Applied agile methodologies using Trello for task tracking, sprint planning, and workflow management, ensuring timely project completion.

Web Specialist at University of Illinois Chicago, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

January 31, 2019 - September 4, 2025

Organized rebuilding of 30+ department websites using a custom WordPress theme, improving user experience and content management by migrating from Telerik Sitefinity. Delivered comprehensive WordPress training sessions to improve editor proficiency and website management. Optimized web content for SEO, increasing search visibility and site traffic through strategic keyword implementation and meta description optimization. Integrated custom contact forms to enhance user engagement.

Web Developer at Ultra Fire Safety/America's Fire Shield

December 31, 2016 - September 4, 2025

Updated and maintained two fire prevention websites using HTML, PHP, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress CMS, Volusion E-commerce, and Photoshop to enhance user experience. Increased SEO rank by recreating meta descriptions and adding alt tags to images, boosting website traffic. Designed and implemented an effective Mailchimp email marketing campaign, increasing website engagement and traffic.