Vanessa Poutoa
@vanessapoutoa
Adaptable web professional with a strong background in technology.
What I'm looking for
Having recently immigrated to Las Vegas, I am eager to leverage my extensive experience in the web industry and my educational background in business administration and IT. My career has been marked by a commitment to excellence, adaptability, and a passion for technology. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can apply my skills in web development, content management, and client engagement.
Throughout my career, I have successfully maintained and updated websites, provided technical support, and trained teams on CMS tools. My role as a Senior Web Advisor at the Ministry of Education in New Zealand allowed me to enhance web functionality and usability, saving costs and improving accessibility. I am dedicated to fostering strong client relationships and ensuring that content needs are met efficiently.
As I embark on this new chapter in Las Vegas, I am excited about the opportunities to contribute to innovative projects and continue my professional development. I am a motivated individual who embraces challenges and is committed to making a positive impact in any organization I join.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Various roles
Pastime Projects
Jan 2005 - Present (20 years 5 months)
Assisted others in finding employment by creating/updating resumes and cover letters. Designed, developed, and maintained a standard WordPress website for a local clinical social worker.
Senior Web Advisor
Ministry of Education, NZ
Jun 2021 - Feb 2025 (3 years 8 months)
Maintained and updated the www.educationcounts.govt.nz website using Squiz Matrix CMS. Performed closed captioning of videos using Adobe Premiere Pro in-house, saving costs of external resources.
Web Advisor/Administrator
Ministry of Education, NZ
Oct 2005 - Jul 2021 (15 years 9 months)
Managed and updated content for the educationcounts.govt.nz external and internal websites. Supported ongoing redesigns of the website, acting as the lead contact between the Ministry and the external web development company Squiz NZ.
Oncall Project Manager
3dom Media Limited NZ
Feb 2012 - Dec 2018 (6 years 10 months)
Provided IT-related advice and acted as a point of contact for clients, including setting up web hosting services. Coordinated the setup of local office computer systems.
Founder
Wahine Inspiring Each Other, NZ
Oct 2011 - Feb 2014 (2 years 4 months)
Organized seasonal community events that initially offered discounted wellness services for local women. Managed advertising campaigns, including designing and creating brochures, fliers, and social media pages.
Web Developer
Optimation NZ
May 2011 - May 2012 (1 year)
Provided temporary contract support to the Ministry of Education, focusing on updating, editing, and creating web content. Supported the Department of Corrections web team in maintaining intranet and external websites.
Housing Advisor
Kainga Ora - Homes and Communities, NZ
Jan 2005 - Mar 2006 (1 year 2 months)
Worked in a call-centre environment, handling inbound calls addressing tenant inquiries, property maintenance requests, and home-ownership queries. Conducted outbound calls to HNZ tenants regarding application packs for income-related rent.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Auldhouse
Certification, Microsoft Power BI
Completed an online certification in Microsoft Power BI, gaining foundational knowledge in data analysis and visualization. This training enhanced skills in creating interactive dashboards and reports.
W3Cx Initiative
Certification, Digital Accessibility
Obtained a certification in Digital Accessibility, focusing on standards and practices for creating accessible web content. This enhanced understanding of inclusive design principles and web compliance.
Whitireia New Zealand
National Certificate, Computing
Activities and societies: Mobile app development.
Acquired foundational computing skills applicable across various industries, serving as an entry-level qualification for further education. Gained opportunities for mobile app development.
Inhouse Training Ltd
Training, Report Design
Completed Level 1 and 2 training in Crystal Reports XI, focusing on report design principles and practical application. Enhanced skills in data reporting and analysis.
Squiz New Zealand
Training, Squiz Matrix CMS
Undertook multiple training modules in Squiz Matrix, covering fundamentals, system administration concepts, CMS packages, and design principles. Gained comprehensive knowledge for managing and developing content within the Squiz Matrix platform.
Whitireia New Zealand
Bachelor Degree, Information Technology
Activities and societies: Final-year industry web-based project.
Equipped with industry-relevant technical skills, communication, management, and teamwork abilities. Gained hands-on experience through a final-year industry web-based project.
Whitireia New Zealand
Summer School, Information Technology
Attended summer school as part of the Bachelor Degree in Information Technology program. This period focused on intensive study to advance degree progress and deepen understanding of IT concepts.
Whitireia New Zealand
Diploma, Information, Communications and Technology
Completed a Diploma in Information, Communications and Technology at Level 6. This program provided advanced knowledge and skills in ICT.
Whitireia New Zealand
Diploma, Information, Communications and Technology
Completed a Diploma in Information, Communications and Technology at Level 5. This foundational program introduced key concepts and skills in ICT.
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