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I'm a web developer with experience delivering accessible, maintainable websites across public sector and commercial environments. I have a strong background in CMS implementation, front-end development, and ongoing site support, with a focus on usability, accessibility, and reliability. I work across the full website lifecycle from build through maintenance and improvement, and I am actively upskilling in backend, data, and cloud technologies.…I'm a web developer with experience delivering accessible, maintainable websites across public sector and commercial environments. I have a strong background in CMS implementation, front-end development, and ongoing site support, with a focus on usability, accessibility, and reliability. I work across the full website lifecycle from build through maintenance and improvement, and I am actively upskilling in backend, data, and cloud technologies.

Grant McKinstry

Full Stack Developer, Web Developer, Front-End Developer, +3

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I'm a web developer with experience delivering accessible, maintainable websites across public sector and commercial environments. I have a strong background in CMS implementation, front-end development, and ongoing site support, with a focus on usability, accessibility, and reliability. I work across the full website lifecycle from build through maintenance and improvement, and I am actively upskilling in backend, data, and cloud technologies.…I'm a web developer with experience delivering accessible, maintainable websites across public sector and commercial environments. I have a strong background in CMS implementation, front-end development, and ongoing site support, with a focus on usability, accessibility, and reliability. I work across the full website lifecycle from build through maintenance and improvement, and I am actively upskilling in backend, data, and cloud technologies.

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I’m a web developer with experience delivering accessible, maintainable websites across public sector and commercial environments. I have a strong background in CMS implementation, front-end development, and ongoing site support, with a focus on usability, accessibility, and reliability.

I work across the full website lifecycle from build through maintenance and improvement, and I am actively upskilling in backend, data, and cloud technologies.

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Work Experience

Freelance Web Developer at Self-Employed

July 1, 2024 - Present

Designed and developed responsive websites and web applications, delivering end-to-end solutions from requirements gathering to deployment. Worked on contract with Hatch, collaborating with internal teams on front-end and back-end development in a collaborative development environment. Currently developing a web application, managing application structure, feature development, and iterative improvements. Collaborated directly with clients to translate business needs into scalable, maintainable technical solutions.

Online Development Officer at Scottish Violence Reduction Unit

August 1, 2015 - June 1, 2024

Owned and modernised the organisation’s digital and web presence, delivering accessible, compliant websites aligned with Scottish Government standards. Acted as a technical and business liaison, gathering requirements and delivering solutions including booking systems, learning platforms, cloud-based tools, POS implementations, and email marketing solutions. Planned and delivered digital campaigns, analysing engagement data and producing reports that informed decision-making and contributed to a Scottish marketing award. Maintained organisational IT infrastructure including routers, network switches, printers, laptops, and AV equipment, supporting hybrid working, meetings, and presentations. Produced documentation and delivered training for non-technical staff and project participants, supporting system adoption and digital skills development.

Freelance Web Developer at Self Employed

July 1, 2024 - Present

Design, build, and maintain static and dynamic client websites using WordPress, custom HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, delivering reliable and user focused solutions. Implement and configure CMS platforms, including themes, plugins, and content structures, and provide ongoing maintenance and post launch support. Maintain and support live websites, resolving issues, applying updates, and ensuring continued performance, security, and accessibility. Work with underlying website data where required, using SQL at a working level to support troubleshooting, content management, and data integrity. Troubleshoot layout issues, plugin conflicts, performance problems, and data related errors using a structured testing and resolution approach. Communicate directly with clients to gather requirements, manage expectations, and deliver work to agreed timelines. Actively developing Python skills through applied development tasks to support automation, scripting, and backend workflows. Currently studying to