Haroon Ansari

CEO

First Data Links • Self-employed

Feb 2024 - Present • 2 yrs 6 mos

Helped businesses of all sizes build their brand identity from scratch, including website design, logo creation, and social media presence. Designed and developed 1000+ websites using Wix, Wix Studio, and WordPress, delivering responsive, user-friendly, and high-converting platforms. Built complete digital solutions including online stores (eCommerce), landing pages, and business websites, aligned with client goals. Supported clients in establishing a strong online presence through UI/UX-focused website design and SEO optimization. Created and managed social media branding strategies, helping businesses improve visibility and engagement. Delivered end-to-end services from concept to launch, ensuring consistency across branding, design, and digital experience. Worked closely with clients to understand their vision and translate it into scalable web solutions and brand assets.

Sr Web Designer/Developer

Illinois institute of technology • Full-time

Jan 2022 - Nov 2023 • 1 yr 10 mos

Led the design and development of a university website from scratch using Wix and WordPress, focusing on modern UI/UX design and user-friendly navigation. Collaborated with a cross-functional team to design, build, and launch a responsive website, ensuring alignment with branding and user experience goals. Developed key pages including landing pages, program pages, and information portals, optimized for SEO and performance. Applied best practices in website design, website development, and mobile responsiveness, improving accessibility across devices. Implemented features such as contact forms, event sections, and content management systems, enhancing usability and engagement. Guided junior team members, reviewed UI designs, and ensured consistent design standards and quality delivery. Managed project timelines and sprint deliverables, successfully completing the full website development lifecycle from concept to deployment.

Lead Web Developer

Mingora • Full-time

Sep 2019 - Dec 2021 • 2 yrs 3 mos

Led the design and development of responsive websites using Wix and WordPress, ensuring clean UI and smooth user experience across devices. Built and customized websites using Wix Editor, Wix Studio, and WordPress themes/plugins, aligning design with client branding and business goals. Designed user-friendly interfaces with a strong focus on UI/UX principles, improving navigation, layout consistency, and overall engagement. Worked closely with clients to gather requirements, translate ideas into visual designs, and deliver fully functional websites. Optimized website performance, including page speed, mobile responsiveness, and SEO structure to improve search visibility. Integrated features like booking systems, contact forms, live chat, and e-commerce functionality based on client needs. Managed multiple projects, handled revisions, and ensured timely delivery while maintaining design quality. Provided ongoing support, updates, and guidance so clients could easily manage and update their websites.