I am an ambitious and hardworking individual with extensive experience in web development and digital marketing. Throughout my career, I have been highly respected for my commitment, ability to handle multiple tasks competently, and work effectively under pressure. My significant contributions have been positively commented on by all companies I've worked for. Over the years, I have developed advanced skills in WordPress, Magento, Laravel, PHP, HTML5, SCSS, JavaScript, deployment methods, server management, SEO optimization, and analytics management. I enjoy taking on new challenges, improving workflows, and optimizing website performance to drive business success.

Paul David Howells

I am an ambitious and hardworking individual with extensive experience in web development and digital marketing. Throughout my career, I have been highly respected for my commitment, ability to handle multiple tasks competently, and work effectively under pressure. My significant contributions have been positively commented on by all companies I've worked for. Over the years, I have developed advanced skills in WordPress, Magento, Laravel, PHP, HTML5, SCSS, JavaScript, deployment methods, server management, SEO optimization, and analytics management. I enjoy taking on new challenges, improving workflows, and optimizing website performance to drive business success.

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I am an ambitious and hardworking individual with extensive experience in web development and digital marketing. Throughout my career, I have been highly respected for my commitment, ability to handle multiple tasks competently, and work effectively under pressure. My significant contributions have been positively commented on by all companies I’ve worked for.

Over the years, I have developed advanced skills in WordPress, Magento, Laravel, PHP, HTML5, SCSS, JavaScript, deployment methods, server management, SEO optimization, and analytics management. I enjoy taking on new challenges, improving workflows, and optimizing website performance to drive business success.

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Work Experience

Senior Developer at Punch Creative
March 1, 2019 - August 4, 2025
Worked in two stints at Punch Creative as a Mid Weight and subsequently a Senior Developer in a heavily remote role. Developed WordPress and Magento websites from scratch, edited and built Laravel projects, coded with PHP, HTML5, SCSS, CSS, and JavaScript. Managed version control with Bitbucket, deployment with DeployHQ, and handled server management including Apache and Nginx. Responsible for SSL installations, website error troubleshooting, project management, Google Tag Manager event tracking, analytics optimization, marketing email coding, and SEO optimization for a large hotel chain.
Senior Developer at Punch Creative
September 1, 2020 - Present
Returned to Punch Creative with a senior remote position post-pandemic in September 2020. Continued responsibilities included advanced WordPress builds, Magento development, Laravel projects, and other PHP-based builds. Emphasized task handling, error resolution, project management, and optimization activities.
Developer at Elementary Digital
September 1, 2020 - August 4, 2025
Worked fully remotely with a higher role level than previous junior/mid-weight positions. Developed further skills in WordPress development especially with Gutenberg, redeveloped base themes for reusable Gutenberg modules, improved Ajax and JQuery skills, and gained new experience with version control systems such as Git and advanced deployment techniques.
Web Designer and Developer at Identify Web Design
September 1, 2016 - August 4, 2025
Handled a mix of duties combining web design, leaflet and poster design, website development, SEO, and marketing analytics. Managed Google Analytics and Adwords accounts for clients. Provided remote desktop and client support along with support ticket management and marketing campaigns for client acquisition.
Website Merchandiser / Sales Team at Bedworld.net
April 30, 2015 - August 4, 2025
Maintained and updated the company’s main website with prices and product details. Supported sales through direct customer interactions and queries. Utilized Photoshop, Magento, and JS/CSS. Managed Adwords campaigns to improve sales. Assisted warehouse operations including stock management and deliveries. Demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality.
Office Assistant at Wakefield Council
January 31, 2011 - August 4, 2025
Completed general office duties including spreadsheet work, laminating, photocopying, phone answering, reception support, and other ad hoc tasks such as decorating and snow shoveling during a 6 month placement.
Office Assistant at Leeds City Council
August 15, 2009 - August 4, 2025
Completed general office tasks such as spreadsheet and word processing work, photocopying, and telephone answering during a 6-week placement. Demonstrated high standards with feedback and references available.
Shop Assistant at Gibson Computers
July 7, 2007 - August 4, 2025
One-week work experience involving customer service, stock management, cleaning, phone handling, product sales, and repair of faulty PCs. Received positive feedback on professionalism and work ethic.
Senior Developer at Punch Creative
March 31, 2019 - August 4, 2025
I have worked at Punch Creative in two stints, starting as a Mid Weight Developer in 2016 and returning as a Senior Developer in September 2020 with a heavily remote working role. My responsibilities include WordPress development from scratch, Magento development, Laravel builds and edits, PHP coding, front-end development using HTML5, SCSS, CSS, and JavaScript, usage of compilers like yarn, grunt, gulp, version control with bitbucket repositories, deployment methods such as DeployHQ, server management using Apache and Nginx, SSL installations, problem-solving including fixing website errors and viruses, project management, Google Tag Manager event tracking and analytics optimization, marketing email coding and design, and SEO optimization for multiple hotels in a large hotel chain. I have developed my skills to a whole new level while working here.
Senior Developer at Punch Creative
September 1, 2020 - Present
Returned to Punch Creative in September 2020 as a Senior Developer in a mostly remote role, continuing to develop websites, manage servers, deploy projects, and optimize SEO and marketing campaigns.
Developer at Elementary Digital
September 1, 2020 - August 4, 2025
Worked fully remotely from March 2019 to September 2020, improving skills in version control software like Git and Bitbucket, deployment methods including DeployHQ and pipelines, advanced WordPress builds with Gutenberg reusable modules, Ajax and jQuery scripting, and performing similar tasks to those at Punch Creative while adopting new methodologies and software.
Web Designer and Developer at Identify Web Design
September 30, 2016 - August 4, 2025
Handled a wide range of duties, including web design, leaflet and poster design, website coding, WordPress and Magento development, SEO optimization using Google Analytics and AdWords, remote desktop support, client ticket management, and marketing email design. Provided clients with analytics and optimization strategies to improve sales and website performance.
Website Merchandiser/Sales Team at Bedworld.net
April 30, 2015 - August 4, 2025
Maintained and updated the company’s main website with new products and prices, utilized Photoshop, Magento, JS and CSS for website updates, worked on the main sales line handling customer queries, performed warehouse duties including stock management and deliveries, and contributed to Google AdWords management which helped dramatically improve sales. Gained valuable experience and maturity through this long-term role.
Office Assistant at Wakefield Council
January 31, 2011 - August 4, 2025
Completed general office duties during a 6-month placement, including spreadsheet work, laminating, photocopying, answering phones, reception assistance, posting decorations, and outdoor tasks such as snow shoveling.
Office Assistant at Leeds City Council
July 15, 2009 - August 4, 2025
Performed general office tasks such as spreadsheet and Microsoft Word work, phone answering, and photocopying during a 6-week placement, completing all work to maximum standard with positive feedback available.
Shop Assistant at Gibson Computers
July 7, 2007 - August 4, 2025
Completed a one-week placement handling customer service, stocking, cleaning, phone answering, PC repairs, and sales. Received feedback noting that I was smart, respectable, honest, and hardworking.

Education

GCSE at Brigshaw High School
January 1, 2008 - June 1, 2008
GCSE at Brigshaw High School
January 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008

Qualifications

English GCSE
January 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025
English Literature GCSE
January 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025
ICT GCSE
January 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025
Business Studies GCSE
January 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025
Maths GCSE
January 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025
Science GCSE
January 1, 2008 - August 4, 2025
English GCSE
January 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008
English Literature GCSE
January 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008
ICT GCSE
January 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008
Business Studies GCSE
January 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008
Maths GCSE
January 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008
Science GCSE
January 1, 2008 - June 30, 2008

Industry Experience

Computers & Electronics, Retail, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet