Lawrence Thomas
@lawrencethomas1
I build scalable React and WordPress web apps that perform, comply, and delight users.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
As a Webmaster at the Archdiocese of New York, I direct strategy, development, and day-to-day operations for a multi-site digital ecosystem—owning governance, content workflows, and release planning while ensuring brand standards and quality control. I manage infrastructure details like hosting environments, DNS configuration, SSL certificates, domain management, and vendor coordination to keep sites secure and highly available.
I also lead performance optimization, accessibility (WCAG AA), security, and UX improvements through ongoing audits, and I managed the migration and integration of a standalone newsroom platform into the primary website with redirect strategy and SEO preservation. On the development side, I build custom functionality with PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS, maintain WordPress themes and plugins, and partner with editorial teams on tagging, metadata, alt text, and SEO best practices.
Alongside my role, I freelance as a Web Developer—developing and maintaining web applications with Node.js, Express, React, Redux, PHP, and WordPress, including custom themes and plugins. I bring a client-focused, scalable approach rooted in strong UI/UX execution, testing and debugging, and performance, accessibility, and cross-device responsiveness—supported by tools and workflows like Git, Webpack, NPM, Gulp, and Yarn.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Directed strategy, development, and day-to-day operations for a multi-site digital ecosystem including the primary organizational website, newsroom platform, and supporting microsites
Led cross-functional collaboration between marketing, communications, and IT to deliver integrated digital experiences aligned with organizational goals and campaigns
Owned website governance, content work
Develop and maintain web applications using Node.js, Express, React, Redux, PHP, WordPress, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and REST APIs.
Design and build custom WordPress themes and plugins, extending CMS functionality and improving site performance.
Lead development planning for new features and site enhancements, recommending scalable solutions for existing platforms.
Design and implement UI/UX solutio
Developed custom CMS themes and front-end implementations across platforms including WordPress, Drupal, Craft CMS, and headless CMS solutions.
Built modular, reusable UI components using atomic design principles to create scalable and maintainable front-end architectures.
Implemented responsive user interfaces using HTML, CSS/Sass, and modern CSS methodologies including BEM, OOCSS, SMACSS, and uti
Developed modular, reusable front-end components using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to support scalable web applications.
Implemented responsive, mobile-first interfaces ensuring seamless performance across devices and browsers.
Performed cross-browser testing and debugging, resolving UI inconsistencies and improving overall site stability.
Translated UI/UX designs into high-quality WordPress impleme
Working with senior developers, designers, and managers to concept and execute on projects
Developing large-scale CMS-based websites and smaller single page sites
Quality control testing and bug fixing
Providing input during creative meetings and collaborating with design teams
Heavy phone interaction with clients to facilitate delivery of ad materials
Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment under constant deadlines
Organizing advertising for print and electronic media for clients
Coordinate the scheduling of ads to ensure client satisfaction
Carry out research on client products
Communicate to advertising team for appropriate ad placement
Providing advertis
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
St. John's University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Mass Communication/Media Studies
2010 - 2014
St. John's University
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communication/Media Studies
2010 - 2014
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication/Media Studies at St. John's University from 2010 to 2014.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Website
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Skills
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