About Me

Learn more about me and my website-related experience, skillset and qualifications.

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About Me & My Website Expertise

My name is Maurice Zambrana and I’m a 21-year-old who’s located in Poole, which is where I grew up. I’m a professional website designer/developer with almost 5 years of experience, which includes my college course, freelance work and passion projects. Currently, I’m looking for work - whether that’s a local position in Poole or a remote job elsewhere in the country.

I mainly specialise in website UI/UX design and front-end development - though I’m flexible for any type of website work, including: back-end/full-stack development and website management/maintenance. With my passion, experience, technical skillset and personal characteristics, I have no doubt that I’m a valuable asset for your team. I’d love to work on your website.

To see a complete showcase of my work that demonstrates my abilities, please view my portfolio.

My Experience With Website Work

My first experience with website-related work was for my IT college course back in 2021, where website development was one of the units. For the unit, we had to fully design and develop multiple different websites, including: a site to advertise a recently launched course at the college, and a site for the Merley Community Center in Dorset. This was when I started to really enhance my skillset when it came to both designing and developing websites.

Once I completed my college course back in 2023, I began to work as a website designer and developer freelancer on certain popular online platforms. In 2025, I launched my own website to start creating sites for businesses in the local area. Whilst I haven’t had too many clients just yet, I’ve still developed a unique range of sites for multiple different businesses, including: personal portfolios, service websites and even an advanced E-Commerce store.

From 2021-2023, I fully designed, developed and independently managed an online gaming website, which was my first significant website project. Sadly, this website is no longer online.

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My Technical Skillset

HTML

I can develop semantic, accessible HTML websites that are optimised for speed and SEO.

CSS

I can design professional, modern website layouts via the use of advanced CSS techniques.

Javascript

I can implement advanced website features and interactivity with optimised Javascript code.

PHP

I can develop a complex website back-end with advanced features implemented with PHP.

React

I can craft fast, reusable and scalable user interfaces for website applications with ReactJS.

Redux

I can use the Redux library to easily manage complex web applications with advanced state.

Bootstrap

I can create responsive website designs that function on all devices, including mobile ones.

NodeJS

I can develop fast and scalable website and server-side applications by using NodeJS code.

MySQL

I can create, update, delete and fully manage database systems via the use of MySQL code.

Wordpress

I can easily create and manage websites using Wordpress, alongside many different plugins.

Git / GitHub

I can use Git and GitHub to collaborate with other colleagues and developers for a project.

Figma

I can design extensive website wireframes, prototypes and mockups via the use of Figma.

My Website Design Philosophy

When designing websites, I take a UX-heavy approach - meaning I prioritise making the site easy for anyone to use, regardless of their technical expertise. Not only does this make the site more user-friendly, there’s also strong evidence to show that it increases its conversion rate. To achieve this, I implement features such as effective headings, speed optimisation and carefully constructed layouts. Many other designers neglect the importance of website usability.

In the images provided, you can see a website I made for a local content writing agency. Not only is this site very easy for anyone to use (due to the simple layouts and effective headings), I’ve also added some style to it with the lined paper background and handwritten fonts, both matching the purpose and theme of the website. I’m proud of this site, as it’s a perfect example of making a website unique without sacrificing its usability and losing potential customers.

Unlike some other designers, I never use any templates when designing my websites. I create unique wireframes, mockups and prototypes for each one I make using tools such as Figma.

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My Website Development Method

Generally, I create Wordpress websites as it's the CMS I have the most experience with and it provides many plugins that I frequently use such as WooCommerce and Elementor. Unlike other developers, I create a custom-coded theme for each website I develop, as opposed to lazily using a pre-built one from an online marketplace. Not only are many pre-built themes horribly optimised for speed and SEO, they most likely won’t fit the intended purpose of the website.

In the images provided, you can see an advanced E-Commerce website I made for a local business which is managed with Wordpress and WooCommerce. Most of this site is completely custom-coded, which is very helpful for its speed and performance. Besides WooCommerce, the only plugins I used were for the checkout and contact forms. Furthermore, I implemented many features and practices to ensure this website is optimised for SEO and security.

Visually, this website looks different from my general design style, due to some very specific requirements from the client. However, it still looks clean, professional and has an effective UX.

My Personal Characteristics

Conversion Optimisation

I understand the nuances to enhance a site’s conversion rate and generate more contacts.

Professional, Modern UI

All the websites I design come equipped with a professional, modern and clean appearance.

UX-Heavy Web Design

My UX-heavy design approach will make a website easy to use and increase conversions.

Speed Enhanced

Speed-optimising practices will guarantee a high-quality UX and enhanced conversion rate.

SEO Features

Effective SEO-measures to make a site rank higher in search results, leading to more visits.

Security Practices

Advanced security practices will protect a website from malware, bots and cyber criminals.

Problem Solving

My effective problem solving skills will come in handy as I know problems come up a lot.

Organisation

I always plan everything ahead of time and can guarantee that I’ll never miss a deadline.

Teamwork

Not only can I work with other colleagues on a website project, I’m both willing and eager to.

Customer Empathy

I design sites with the user in mind, which leads to me making better UX-related decisions.

Passionate

Ever since I was a kid, I’ve considered website design/development to be my dream job.

Eager To Learn

Despite my confidence in my abilities, I’m still willing and eager to learn new tools and skills.

My Qualifications

GCSEs - Poole High School (2016 - 2021)

  • Computer Science - 9 (A**)
  • Mathematics - 8 (A*)
  • Further Maths - 5 (C)
  • English Language - 5 (C)
  • English Literature - 5 (C)
  • Double Science - 7/7 (A/A)
  • Geography - 8 (A*)
  • Spanish - 5 (C)
  • Food - 3 (D)
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BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma In IT - Bournemouth & Poole College (2021 - 2023)

  • Overall Grade - DMM (Distinction | Merit | Merit)
  • Website Development - Distinction
  • Database Management - Distinction
  • Cyber Security - Merit
  • Programming - Pass
  • 2D Graphics & 3D Modelling - Pass
  • IT Systems - Merit
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