Hi, I'm Ola Durotoye, a versatile WordPress Web Developer and Digital Designer with 14 years of experience crafting clean, responsive websites and intuitive digital solutions. I specialize in creating end-to-end web experiences, from UX research and visual design to front-end development and CMS integration. I’m passionate about blending usability, performance, and visual appeal to help businesses achieve measurable results. I thrive in managing remote teams and delivering projects within tight timelines while maintaining excellent communication and collaboration. I’m committed to accessibility compliance and continuously improving user experience across digital platforms, always aiming to exceed expectations and make a positive impact through design and technology.

Ola Durotoye

Hi, I'm Ola Durotoye, a versatile WordPress Web Developer and Digital Designer with 14 years of experience crafting clean, responsive websites and intuitive digital solutions. I specialize in creating end-to-end web experiences, from UX research and visual design to front-end development and CMS integration. I’m passionate about blending usability, performance, and visual appeal to help businesses achieve measurable results. I thrive in managing remote teams and delivering projects within tight timelines while maintaining excellent communication and collaboration. I’m committed to accessibility compliance and continuously improving user experience across digital platforms, always aiming to exceed expectations and make a positive impact through design and technology.

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Hi, I’m Ola Durotoye, a versatile WordPress Web Developer and Digital Designer with 14 years of experience crafting clean, responsive websites and intuitive digital solutions. I specialize in creating end-to-end web experiences, from UX research and visual design to front-end development and CMS integration. I’m passionate about blending usability, performance, and visual appeal to help businesses achieve measurable results.

I thrive in managing remote teams and delivering projects within tight timelines while maintaining excellent communication and collaboration. I’m committed to accessibility compliance and continuously improving user experience across digital platforms, always aiming to exceed expectations and make a positive impact through design and technology.

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Work Experience

Lead Web/Digital Designer at CENTRAL YMCA
February 1, 2022 - June 10, 2024
Spearheaded the redesign of all organisational business units and flagship digital platforms, resulting in a 30% improvement in user retention and a 20% increase in conversion rates. Led the Moorgate Fitness Club web development project from concept to launch as project lead, scrum master, and developer while collaborating closely with internal teams. Successfully migrated key digital platforms from Drupal to WordPress, improving functionality and streamlining content management with zero downtime. Developed advanced contact forms with SMTP email delivery to ensure reliable inquiries and automated responses. Conducted UX audits and restructured navigation, reducing support queries by 22%. Championed accessibility compliance, supporting securing major government partnerships. Partnered with marketing to optimize digital campaigns, achieving a 28% increase in performance. Facilitated sprint-based workshops across units and integrated cost-efficient CRM solutions to improve workflow and c
Senior Technical Director and Lead Designer at BANKFIELDS INTEGRATED CONCEPT LTD
March 1, 2022 - April 30, 2024
Managed 3 remote teams to deliver an innovative social media network project achieving a 96% user satisfaction rating. Oversaw responsive front-end development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to ensure cross-device consistency. Led a team of 5 designers, increasing efficiency by 30%. Implemented A/B testing and usability studies improving user satisfaction by 25%. Integrated email marketing forms with Mailchimp and SendGrid APIs to expand lead generation. Defined content hierarchies to improve user journeys. Mentored team members in Agile principles, boosting collaborative output by 20% and reducing defects by 15%. Collaborated with stakeholders on feature prioritization, improving retention rates by 16%. Fostered innovation culture and successfully managed cross-functional projects.
Senior Digital Designer and WordPress Web Developer at TRYBE FAMILY INC.
March 1, 2018 - February 28, 2022
Redesigned the Trybe Family website and Signature Website extension, reducing bounce rate from 78% to 11%. Designed and oversaw the website core system including database and server integration. Developed automated CRM integrations and live performance monitoring, saving the team up to 3 hours of manual workflow. Delivered website builds within condensed timelines coordinating design, development, and content integration to meet urgent project goals.
Web Developer and WordPress/Squarespace Site Manager at KUMESU
January 1, 2016 - February 28, 2018
Developed and managed a responsive WordPress eCommerce store featured on Forbes Afrique. Migrated the eCommerce store to Squarespace with multi-currency extension, increasing international sales by 15%. Implemented product image optimization to improve load speeds and user experience. Configured custom contact forms with SMTP integration for reliable customer inquiries across regions. Coached junior designers in ARIA and A11y accessibility standards, achieving 100% accessibility compliance across projects. Coordinated bi-weekly standups, increasing team efficiency by over 50%.
Digital Designer and Web Developer at AVNER INTEGRATED RESOURCES LTD
February 1, 2010 - December 31, 2016
Created documentation and training materials for React.js and Node.js standards, reducing onboarding time by 6 days. Built mock designs and wireframes for landing pages supporting new product concepts. Developed user interfaces with HTML5, CSS3, and modern frameworks, improving user satisfaction by 31%. Designed experiences to fetch and format analytic data integrated into CRM systems and operational dashboards.
Voice Over Artist at 1717 MIXING STUDIO
January 1, 2009 - January 31, 2010
Delivered clear and engaging voice overs across diverse productions. Adapted vocal tone and style to various genres meeting stakeholder objectives. Collaborated with directors and producers to deliver high-quality results.
Lead Web/Digital Designer at CENTRAL YMCA
February 1, 2022 - June 17, 2024
Spearheaded the redesign of all organisational business units and flagship digital platforms, resulting in a 30% improvement in user retention and a 20% increase in conversion rates. Led the Moorgate Fitness Club web development project from concept to launch, serving as project lead, scrum master, and developer. Successfully migrated key digital platforms from Drupal to WordPress, enhancing functionality and streamlining content management with zero downtime. Developed and integrated advanced contact forms with SMTP email delivery, ensuring reliable user inquiries and automated responses. Conducted UX audits and restructured website navigation, reducing support queries by 22%. Championed accessibility compliance, supporting a major government-funded partnership. Partnered with marketing to optimize campaigns, achieving a 28% increase in marketing performance. Facilitated sprint-based workshops, integrated CRM solutions, and delivered web experiences balancing usability, visual appeal,
Senior Technical Director and Lead Designer at BANKFIELDS INTEGRATED CONCEPT LTD
March 1, 2022 - April 30, 2024
Orchestrated the management of 3 remote teams to deliver an innovative social media network project, achieving a 96% user satisfaction rating while meeting all milestones. Oversaw development of responsive front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Led a team of 5 designers, increasing efficiency by 30%. Implemented A/B testing and usability studies, improving user satisfaction by 25%. Integrated email marketing forms linked to Mailchimp and SendGrid APIs. Defined content hierarchies improving user journeys. Mentored team members in Agile principles, increasing collaborative output by 20% and reducing defects by 15%. Collaborated with stakeholders to prioritize features, driving product adoption and retention by 16%. Fostered a culture of innovation and experimentation.
Senior Digital Designer and WordPress Web Developer at TRYBE FAMILY INC.
March 1, 2018 - February 28, 2022
Redesigned the Trybe Family website and its Signature Website extension, reducing bounce rate from 78% to 11%. Designed and oversaw website core systems including database and server integration. Developed automated CRM integrations and monitored live performance, saving up to 3 hours of manual workflow. Delivered complete website builds within condensed timelines, coordinating design, development, and content integration to meet urgent project needs.
Web Developer and WordPress/Squarespace Site Manager at KUMESU
January 1, 2016 - February 28, 2018
Developed and managed an advanced responsive WordPress eCommerce store featured on Forbes Afrique. Architected and migrated the eCommerce store to Squarespace with multi-currency extension, increasing international sales by 15%. Implemented product image optimization, improving load speeds and user experience. Configured custom contact forms with SMTP integration for customer inquiries. Coached junior designers in ARIA and A11y accessibility standards, achieving 100% accessibility compliance across projects. Coordinated bi-weekly standups to increase team efficiency by over 50%.
Digital Designer and Web Developer at AVNER INTEGRATED RESOURCES LTD
February 1, 2010 - December 31, 2016
Created documentation to train new team members in React.js and Node.js, shortening onboarding by 6 days. Built mock designs and wireframes for landing pages. Developed user interfaces with modern frameworks, HTML5, and CSS3, improving user satisfaction by 31%. Designed experiences integrating analytic data into CRM systems and dashboards.
Voice Over Artist at 1717 MIXING STUDIO
January 1, 2009 - January 31, 2010
Delivered clear and engaging voice overs across diverse productions. Adapted vocal tone and style to suit various genres, meeting stakeholder objectives. Collaborated with directors and producers to deliver high-quality results.

Education

BA (HONS) at Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
March 1, 2005 - December 31, 2008
BA (HONS) at Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta
March 1, 2005 - December 31, 2008

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Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail