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Michael C Thompson

@michaelcthompson

Full-stack web developer specializing in front-end/UI, crafting responsive, user-centric experiences and performant applications.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can own responsive UI and full-stack delivery, translating design into pixel-perfect experiences while improving UX and performance through product-focused collaboration.

I’m a full-stack web developer with 9+ years of experience building user-centric interfaces and performant web applications. I focus on translating design intent into pixel-perfect, responsive experiences across platforms, with a strong emphasis on UX and product ownership.

In my volunteer and client work, I’ve architected and launched complete full-stack web presences—building brand-ready experiences and supporting real business outcomes. For example, I delivered a full-stack PHP/MySQL and Bootstrap system with a secure Stripe checkout flow and inventory state logic, contributing to 150+ new customer acquisitions and securing placements in 2 major studio motion pictures.

At Alamo Drafthouse, I operated as a web product designer—engineering front-end solutions and integrating third-party APIs for high-traffic moments. For Fantastic Fest 2023, I supported 10,000+ concurrent visitors and contributed to 100% badge sell-out within 30 days through optimized front-end performance and UX, and I also built high-impact venue landing pages in Webflow.

I’ve also led front-end delivery and project coordination, including 12+ e-commerce projects where I improved responsive execution and optimized load times by 40%. I build data-informed experiences too—creating analytics dashboards in Google Data Studio (including improvements like a 43% increase in reporting accuracy) and applying a continuous-improvement mindset through research, recommendations, and accessibility-minded development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Webmaster & Full Stack Dev

Current

Studio Anni

Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 7 months)

Architected and launched a full-stack web presence using Bootstrap and PHP/MySQL, building a brand identity system and inventory/purchase workflow. Integrated Stripe API for secure checkout and continued R&D for new website research and UI development.

Bootstrap PHP MySQL Stripe API UI Design User Research Full Stack Web Development

Website Consultant & Developer

Starry Night Art Studio

Dec 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 month)

Designed and developed a website for an art studio, enabling non-technical staff to edit the site as needed. Implemented Open Graph meta tags and optimized assets to boost organic traffic potential, and advised on cost-effective domain options.

Squarespace HTML5 OpenGraph Favicon Development Website Development

Web Product Designer

Alamo Drafthouse Cinemas

Jul 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 3 months)

Engineered custom JavaScript solutions and third-party API integrations for the Fantastic Fest 2023 website using Webflow, improving front-end performance and UX. Designed and developed high-impact Webflow landing pages for bar venues, and produced research/report recommendations for ongoing website improvements.

JavaScript Webflow UX Design Third Party Integrations

Lead Front-End Dev / PM

Gretrix

May 2019 - Apr 2021 (1 year 11 months)

Led front-end development for multiple e-commerce projects using WordPress, Shopify, HTML5/CSS3, and JavaScript, delivering responsive designs and improved page load times. Built a Google Data Studio analytics dashboard for Teach.org by integrating multiple data sources and managed client relationships and project requirements.

WordPress Shopify HTML5 JavaScript Responsive Design Google Data Studio Google Analytics Google Search Console Salesforce Google Tag Manager

Junior Web Developer

American Hole N' One

Jun 2017 - Dec 2017 (6 months)

Rebuilt WordPress front-end architecture using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript to improve mobile responsiveness, reduce page load time, and improve SEO readability. Spearheaded redevelopment of the flagship website to improve performance and user experience, and maintained company websites to ensure smooth operation.

WordPress HTML5 JavaScript SEO Performance Optimization