Hey, I'm Patrick

I build websites and do other nerdy stuff. I'm steadily improving the Spousal Approval Rating of my smart home. I talk to myself and laugh at my own lame jokes. I once ripped off three consecutive pieces of saran wrap without it doing that weird clumping shit.

  • Owner of Killer Pom Productions
  • Web Developer for Purdue University
  • Semi-Professional Tinkerer and Dabbler

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Employment History

An overview of my employment history, a description of the roles I've held, and the responsibilities of the positions.
  • Owner

    Developing the brand identity, creating and building customer relationships, developing efficient business systems, and full stack development from initial discovery through the launch of the project.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Customer relationship management from initial touchpoint through all stages of the customer lifecycle

    • Product research and process systemization

    • Product development at all stages, from initial discovery to beyond the launch of the project

    • Technical audits and consultation

    • Analytics, SEO research and planning, and ads management

    • Branding and copywriting

    • Bookkeeping and accounting

  • Web DeveloperStudent Success, Purdue Brand Studio

    The web developer roles helps to manage, maintain, and grow the online presence for the Purdue University brand.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Accessibility/A11y-focused (WCAG 2.1 AA) development and enforcement of standards

    • Development and maintenance of website templates and functionality while adhering to global brand standards

    • Collaborating with other developers in a Git-based environment

    • Expanding the functionality of the content management system

    • Liaison between project stakeholders and technical partners in Marketing and IT

    • Creation of technical and process-based documentation

    • Website management training for campus partners in both individual and group settings

    • Monthly newsletter campaigns

    • Content management and troubleshooting

    • Altering direction and acting quickly due to unexpected shifts in priority

    Web DesignerStudent Life Marketing, Office of the Vice Provost for Student Life

    The web designer role was developed to help unify the online vision of the Division of Student Life. This role required identifying stakeholder goals and translating those into practical, web-based solutions.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Accessibility/A11y-focused (WCAG 2.1 AA) development and enforcement of standards

    • Development of custom website templates and functionality for division-wide use

    • Collaborating with other developers in a Git-based environment

    • Intern training, management, and event scheduling

    • Expanding the functionality of the content management system

    • Liaison between project stakeholders and technical partners in Marketing and IT

    • Creation of technical and process-based documentation

    • Website management training for campus partners in both individual and group settings

    • Guiding the visual identity of websites while respecting global brand requirements

    • Monthly newsletter campaigns

    • Content management and troubleshooting

    • Altering direction and acting quickly due to unexpected shifts in priority

  • Entry Level - Management PositionsOther roles over the years

    I've held many positions over the years, ranging from entry level positions up to managerial roles that taught many other skills that have helped shape my skills and work ethic today.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Personnel management and scheduling

    • Inventory and order management of volatile materials

    • Planning and preparation ahead of weekly, monthly, and yearly trends

    • Operating profitably with narrow margins on COGS

    • Delivering results with daily, time-sensitive deadlines

    • Strengthening customer relations through consumer satisfaction

    • The ability to quickly cross-train in support of other areas

Awards and Recognitions

A look at some of the distinctions awarded for projects or efforts by me or the teams that I was a part of.
  • The American Advertising Awards is the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition. The mission of the American Advertising Awards is to recognize and reward the creative spirit of excellence in the art of advertising.

    Received:
    • 2019

      Redesign of the Purdue Memorial Union website

      Enhancing the styling, functionality, visual presentation of information, and structure of the website.

  • AVA Digital Awards is an international competition that recognizes excellence by creative professionals responsible for the planning, concept, direction, design, and production of digital communication.

    Received:
    • 2020 Gold Award

      Redesign of the Purdue Memorial Union website

      Enhancing the styling, functionality, visual presentation of information, and structure of the website.

    • 2024 Gold Award

      Redesign of the Steps to Leaps website

      Enhancing the styling, functionality, visual presentation of information, and structure of the website.

  • Bravo is an after-the-fact discretionary award program that lets employees know that someone has noticed their noteworthy contribution. At the same time, it reinforces the values and behaviors that are important to the University.

    Received:
    • 2020

      Redesign of the Purdue Memorial Union website

      Enhancing the styling, functionality, visual presentation of information, and structure of the website.

    • 2023

      Website management training process

      Setting up and operating recurring website management training sessions for campus partners.

    • 2024

      Redesign of the Steps to Leaps website

      Enhancing the styling, functionality, visual presentation of information, and structure of the website.