Hi, I'm Calvin Young—a junior software developer focusing on Front-End and QA. I thrive in fast-paced digital campaigns and love turning ideas into reliable, testable web experiences. With a strong foundation in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and React, I combine thoughtful design with rigorous testing to ensure production readiness. I enjoy collaborating across design, development, and product teams and continuously learning new tools to improve quality and delivery.

Calvin Young

Hi, I'm Calvin Young—a junior software developer focusing on Front-End and QA. I thrive in fast-paced digital campaigns and love turning ideas into reliable, testable web experiences. With a strong foundation in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and React, I combine thoughtful design with rigorous testing to ensure production readiness. I enjoy collaborating across design, development, and product teams and continuously learning new tools to improve quality and delivery.

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Hi, I’m Calvin Young—a junior software developer focusing on Front-End and QA. I thrive in fast-paced digital campaigns and love turning ideas into reliable, testable web experiences.

With a strong foundation in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and React, I combine thoughtful design with rigorous testing to ensure production readiness. I enjoy collaborating across design, development, and product teams and continuously learning new tools to improve quality and delivery.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Proofreader at Publicis Groupe
October 1, 2024 - Present
Perform detailed QA on digital and email campaigns, validating functionality across links, layouts, and interactive elements to ensure production readiness; identify and troubleshoot technical issues in HTML/CSS-based assets, working with developers and producers to resolve defects before release; leverage AI tools (Jasper, Otomo) to assist workflow and meet client requests for optimization and quality; collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure campaigns meet technical and business requirements under tight deadlines; onboard and train new proofreaders; serve as frequent point of contact for the QA department.
Proofreader at Harlequin & HarperCollins Canada
August 1, 2018 - October 1, 2024
Ensured accuracy and consistency across high-volume digital and print production workflows; identified recurring formatting and technical issues; contributed to process improvements and internal documentation; collaborated with production and technical teams to resolve issues and maintain quality standards under accelerated timelines.
Library Assistant 3A at Mississauga Library System
January 1, 2011 - August 1, 2018
Library system comprising 18 locations serving 700k+ residents; supported circulation, reference, and research services, contributing to customer satisfaction and efficient operations.

Education

Web Development Immersive Certificate at Juno College
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Publishing Certificate at Ryerson University
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor of Arts with Honors (English Language and Literature) at York University
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services