University of Houston


Department of Advancement

About This Project

The Division of University Advancement operates directly under the supervison of the vice president and "includes fund development, alumni relations, volunteer relations, and donor and alumni information and services for the university’s fifteen colleges. The division’s services incorporate gift management and reporting, strategic donor and alumni communications, events, donor relations, and business services and operations."

During my tenure at the university, I served as the web and email lead for eight departmental websites. I was responsible for overseeing the launch of four multi-user sites. My primary role involved the maintenance and development of these eight departmental websites, as well as the creation of comprehensive documentation outlining project objectives, timelines, bug identification, and system audits. Additionally, I played a crucial role in developing, designing, serving as the lead for over eight new responsive web pages and microsites for the University Advancement CMS and WordPress websites. Notably, I contributed to the creation of the University's "Billion Dollar 'Here We Go' Campaign" web page. By effectively managing relationships across departments and serving as the lead for the website champions, I contributed to a remarkable 30% increase in university donors and engagement.

Technologies

  • HTML / CSS
  • JavaScript
  • SQL
  • JSON
  • Bootstrap
  • Webhooks
  • PHP
  • Wordpress
  • Cascade CMS
  • Microsoft Flow (Automation)
  • SharePoint

Showcase

Discover the significant contributions I made to the websites, webpages, and email systems of the University of Houston's Division of University Advancement, which have played a crucial role in enhancing the institution's online presence, communication strategies, and fundraising efforts.


Sharepoint Site Developed to Manage Campaign:

The Gateway Sharepoint Site

Conducted Technical Training to Teach Divisions How to Use Software:

Thankview Technical Training

Lead for the Website Champions:

Website Champions Meeting Documentation

Automation Developed using JSON and Flow for Campaign Entries:

JSON Flow Automation

Lessons Learned

Through my expertise in web development and design, I implemented innovative features and functionalities that improved user experience, increased visitor engagement, and optimize website performance. My experience has equipped me with the ability to effectively oversee multiple websites and projects, lead teams, and effectively communicate with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery within deadlines. Additionally, I have gained a deep understanding of user behavior and preferences, allowing me to tailor websites to target specific demographics and maximize conversions.

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