Riley Skipper

About

Web developer and designer focused on accessible digital products.

I build and design with Drupal, React, and design systems. I focus on accessibility, information architecture, and interfaces that work well for everyday users.

Tools

Skills and tools

Frontend

React, Next.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5

Styling

Sass, Bootstrap, Tailwind CSS, CSS3

System Design

Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud

DevOps

AWS, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, GitLab

Backend

Node.js, PostgreSQL, MySQL

Accessibility

WCAG 2.2 compliance, Deque, Adobe

CMS

Drupal, WordPress

UX Research & Testing

Google Analytics, Moz Pro, Lighthouse

Experience

Professional experience

Drupal Web Developer

Rutgers University • May 2022 – Current

  • Developed and maintained Drupal websites through custom theming and template development.
  • Spearheaded accessibility initiatives through monthly reporting and resolution, including implementing new accessible components, establishing procedures, coaching, and documenting remediation efforts.
  • Participated in the full web development lifecycle, including development, QA testing, and ongoing site maintenance.
  • UX designer and co-developer of a Next.js student-facing platform and reusable design system components.

Junior Web Developer

Legal Associations Management • Aug 2021 – May 2022

  • Developed and maintained WordPress sites for legal associations, ensuring uptime and responsiveness.
  • Implemented custom algorithms using Oxygen Builder and jQuery.
  • Led QA testing and wireframing in Figma, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver user-centric designs.
  • Improved organic search rankings through monthly SEO optimization using Moz Pro and Alexa.

Search Engine Optimization Consultant

Philadelphia Printworks • Jan 2021 – Mar 2021

  • Monitored interaction trends through reporting and implemented SEO strategies.
  • Debugged code on the Shopify CMS platform.
  • Reported and resolved errors using Google Analytics and Lighthouse.

Freelance Web Designer and Developer

Eclipse Inspection • Jun 2020 – Sep 2020

  • Collaborated with the client on brand identity, including color scheme, logo, font, website layout, and architecture.
  • Designed and deployed a CMS-built site for handoff and long-term client maintenance.
  • Implemented SEO using Google Analytics.

UX/UI Intern

Philadelphia Printworks • Apr 2019 – Oct 2019

  • Monitored and reported interaction trends in Google Analytics.
  • Implemented SEO strategies and updated website architecture based on user trends.
  • Collaborated on a web navigation redesign for improved UX.

Education

Education

Internet & Web Development B.S.

Arizona State University • 2017 – 2019

Web Design A.A.S.

Camden County College • 2015 – 2017