Fonacier Jr Balatero
City of Dasmarinas, Cavite,Philippines
Summary
Senior WordPress Developer with 9 years of experience specializing in website development, performance optimization, and technical SEO. Skilled in WordPress, Elementor, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, and basic React and jQuery. Certified in Web Development and Web Development NC III. Proven track record of delivering high-quality, scalable websites across multiple industries, with sample projects including faithandlearning.org, sarahnicolevirtual.com, executive-legal.com, emerg-nc.com, and artmotofest.com.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
WordPress Developer/Web Specialist
Space Logic
Makati City, Philippines
07.2023 - Current
- Created WordPress themes to allow flexible layout changes and enhance design options for websites.
- Customised WordPress plugins to extend website functionality according to specific project requirements.
- Developed responsive website designs, improving user experience across various devices and platforms.
- Utilised CSS, HTML, and JavaScript to fine-tune website aesthetics and functionality.
- Executed SEO strategies within WordPress sites to increase organic traffic and improve online visibility.
- Developed e-commerce solutions using WooCommerce to enhance online sales for clients.
- Designed and directed back-end of website to integrate server, application and database, enabling functionality for users.
- Troubleshot content issues to detect bugs and errors, providing timely solutions.
- Performed automatic backups to servers to preserve important information.
- Used Figma to design websites and mobile applications.
Web Designer/WordPress Developer
Virtus Logic Consulting & Services
Makati City, Philippines
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Designed user-friendly website interfaces, enhancing user experience and boosting site traffic by 30%.
- Developed and maintained responsive website designs, improving user experience across various devices.
- Improved web design and usability through UX testing.
- Implemented SEO strategies within WordPress sites, significantly increasing organic traffic and visibility.
- Developed WordPress themes that allow layout changes and offer design choices for websites.
- Customised WordPress plugins to extend website functionality according to specific project requirements.
- Coordinated multiple web design projects, prioritising tasks to meet tight deadlines and ensure timely delivery.
- Created graphics for site pages in alignment with branding guidelines and best practices.
- Conducted regular backups and updates of WordPress sites, minimising downtime and data loss.
- Designed and directed back-end of website to integrate server, application and database, enabling functionality for users.
IT/Web Developer Instructor & Curricullum Dev
Swiss IT Academy
Pasig City, Philippines
04.2017 - 01.2020
- Developed and implemented innovative course materials, improving learning outcomes and student satisfaction.
- Pursued continuous professional development to enhance teaching practices and ICT subject knowledge, directly benefiting student learning.
- Assessed student progress through structured coursework, practical projects, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to support academic growth.
- Facilitated workshops for academic staff to improve teaching strategies, fostering greater student engagement and participation.
- Conducted regular meetings with academic staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive teaching environment.
- Developed courses and resources for enhanced additional learning.
Visual Graphic Design Instructor
Power Skills Technical Center
City of Imus, Cavite, Philippines
01.2013 - 02.2017
- Conducted hands-on training sessions to teach principles, methods, and procedures, enhancing student understanding and application of design concepts.
- Coached students through practical lessons and lectures, preparing them for employment in specific occupations and enhancing their job readiness.
- Identified training needs of students or workers to determine training plans and teaching objectives.
- Engaged in continuous professional development, staying abreast of the latest 3D technology trends and software updates.
- Adapted quickly to new design software and tools, maintaining a cutting-edge skill set.
- Assisted in designing logos, brochures, and banners that communicated brand messages effectively, contributing to clients' marketing objectives.
- Understood functional requirements and adapted design work accordingly.
Full Stack Web Developer
CalcMenu Philippines, Inc.
Pasig City, Philippines
10.2009 - 12.2012
- Developed secure login and authentication features to protect user data and privacy on web applications.
- Collaborated with back-end developers to integrate APIs and ensure seamless data exchange between front-end and server-side technologies.
- Managed databases using SQL to store, retrieve, and manipulate data efficiently, ensuring data integrity.
- Created responsive design layouts using JavaScript and JQuery to enhance customer experience across devices.
- Designed and developed user-friendly website interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for improved user engagement.
- Designed engaging websites featuring animations, audio, and video displays to enhance user experience.
- Delivered clean, error-free code aligned with project scope and minimised performance issues.
- Developed site page graphics adhering to branding guidelines and best practices to maintain visual consistency.
Senior Graphic Designer
A&S Win Creative Ads Corp.
Binondo, Manila, Philippines
06.2008 - 06.2009
- Developed innovative brand identities, including logos and typography, that significantly increased brand recognition.
- Established visual direction for designs and multimedia projects, enhancing overall brand coherence.
- Developed style guides and branding manuals, ensuring consistency across all company materials and platforms.
- Utilised Adobe Creative Suite to create compelling visual content, meeting tight deadlines with efficiency.
- Conducted research to inform design decisions, resulting in more effective and targeted design solutions.
- Delivered presentations to stakeholders, clearly communicating design concepts and strategies to facilitate project buy-in.
- Managed and mentored junior designers, providing guidance on design principles and professional development.
- Adapted quickly to new design software and tools, maintaining a cutting-edge skill set.
- Negotiated with printers and suppliers, securing cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality.
Graphic/Multimedia Design Specialist
Kimura Shoji Japan, Ltd.
Funabashi City, Japan
08.2005 - 09.2007
- Utilised advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite to produce high-quality visual content for digital and print media.
- Developed innovative design concepts for various clients, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
- Developed innovative multimedia content, including videos and animations, for diverse platforms to enhance brand visibility.
- Created graphics for signage, packaging and digital promotions using Adobe InDesign.
- Produced complex illustrations and animations satisfying clients' brief.
- Managed deadlines to deliver finalised functional and aesthetic materials on time.
Education
Higher National Diploma - 3D Animation and Design
First Academy of Computer Arts
Makati City, 002016
Higher National Diploma - Graphic Design/Pre-Press Operation
Philippine Graphics and Print
2009
Bachelor of Science - Major in Graphic Arts and Printing Technology (GAPT)
Technological University of the Philippines
Manila2000
Skills
- WordPress development
- Responsive design
- SEO implementation
- E-commerce solutions
- User experience
- Front-end development
- Graphic design
- Curriculum development
- Database management
Languages
English
Intermediate
B1
Japanese
Intermediate
B1
Certification
- National Certificate Level III in Visual Graphic Design
- National Certificate Level III in Web Development and Design
- Microsoft Certified Professional
Sample Projects
Below are a few examples of websites and projects I have worked on:
- https://faithandlearning.org
- https://sarahnicolevirtual.com/
- https://executive-legal.com/
- https://emerg-nc.com/
- https://artmotofest.com/
- https://stylishislandinc.com/
- https://crossbot.co.jp/
- https://balance-inc.co.jp/
These projects demonstrate my ability to deliver responsive, performance-optimized, and SEO-friendly WordPress websites across different industries.
Timeline
WordPress Developer/Web Specialist
Space Logic
07.2023 - Current
Web Designer/WordPress Developer
Virtus Logic Consulting & Services
01.2020 - 07.2023
IT/Web Developer Instructor & Curricullum Dev
Swiss IT Academy
04.2017 - 01.2020
Visual Graphic Design Instructor
Power Skills Technical Center
01.2013 - 02.2017
Full Stack Web Developer
CalcMenu Philippines, Inc.
10.2009 - 12.2012
Senior Graphic Designer
A&S Win Creative Ads Corp.
06.2008 - 06.2009
Graphic/Multimedia Design Specialist
Kimura Shoji Japan, Ltd.
08.2005 - 09.2007
Higher National Diploma - 3D Animation and Design
First Academy of Computer Arts
Higher National Diploma - Graphic Design/Pre-Press Operation
Philippine Graphics and Print
Bachelor of Science - Major in Graphic Arts and Printing Technology (GAPT)
Technological University of the Philippines
Hobbies and interests
- Body Fitness
- Cycling
- Tennis
Tools/Frameworks/Languages
- Html 5 / CSS 3
- PHP/MySQL
- Javasript / React
- Bootstrap
- Tailwind CSS
- Git (Git Hub/GitLab)
- Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator
- Figma
- Chat GPT/Claude
- Woocommerce
- Elementor/DIvi