Steven Hamilton
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Norm McGarry
Steve was my first hire and a foundational member of the team that helped shape engineering at Hook. When he joined on, we were transitioning from a high end Flash shop to a full engineering + creative agency. To start, he rounded out our skills with his exceptional knowledge in standards-based web development. As time grew, Steve showed his ability to taken on new skills and push the boundaries of what is possible on the web. Already a typescript and javascript master, he also mastered python, build processes, new front-end technologies and libraries as needed, and is a strong full stack lead. He takes meticulous care in his methods, is an exceptional thought leader, and the type of guy that *every single person* in the office enjoys being around. He'd easily be given the "Nicest Person in the Office" award if one existed. His digital IQ is outstanding, and I was also lucky enough to see his managerial and leadership skills excel as he mentored a team of other engineers as the TL. Last but not least, one skill that I must mention that even I struggle with, Steve is great at sizing and estimating projects. He isn't afraid to be honest and realistic about timing, which is a gem of a skill in itself. I don't think he or myself could quantify the numbers of projects that we've built together, and he is a seasoned veteran in the field. He has the hard and soft skills to support any organization and I give him a five star recommendation and believe that his unique skill set would be an asset to any team.
Jordan Foster
Steven is very knowledgeable and an expert in his field.
Norm McGarry
Steve was my first hire and a foundational member of the team that helped shape engineering at Hook. When he joined on, we were transitioning from a high end Flash shop to a full engineering + creative agency. To start, he rounded out our skills with his exceptional knowledge in standards-based web development. As time grew, Steve showed his ability to taken on new skills and push the boundaries of what is possible on the web. Already a typescript and javascript master, he also mastered python, build processes, new front-end technologies and libraries as needed, and is a strong full stack lead. He takes meticulous care in his methods, is an exceptional thought leader, and the type of guy that *every single person* in the office enjoys being around. He'd easily be given the "Nicest Person in the Office" award if one existed. His digital IQ is outstanding, and I was also lucky enough to see his managerial and leadership skills excel as he mentored a team of other engineers as the TL. Last but not least, one skill that I must mention that even I struggle with, Steve is great at sizing and estimating projects. He isn't afraid to be honest and realistic about timing, which is a gem of a skill in itself. I don't think he or myself could quantify the numbers of projects that we've built together, and he is a seasoned veteran in the field. He has the hard and soft skills to support any organization and I give him a five star recommendation and believe that his unique skill set would be an asset to any team.
Jordan Foster
Steven is very knowledgeable and an expert in his field.
Norm McGarry
Steve was my first hire and a foundational member of the team that helped shape engineering at Hook. When he joined on, we were transitioning from a high end Flash shop to a full engineering + creative agency. To start, he rounded out our skills with his exceptional knowledge in standards-based web development. As time grew, Steve showed his ability to taken on new skills and push the boundaries of what is possible on the web. Already a typescript and javascript master, he also mastered python, build processes, new front-end technologies and libraries as needed, and is a strong full stack lead. He takes meticulous care in his methods, is an exceptional thought leader, and the type of guy that *every single person* in the office enjoys being around. He'd easily be given the "Nicest Person in the Office" award if one existed. His digital IQ is outstanding, and I was also lucky enough to see his managerial and leadership skills excel as he mentored a team of other engineers as the TL. Last but not least, one skill that I must mention that even I struggle with, Steve is great at sizing and estimating projects. He isn't afraid to be honest and realistic about timing, which is a gem of a skill in itself. I don't think he or myself could quantify the numbers of projects that we've built together, and he is a seasoned veteran in the field. He has the hard and soft skills to support any organization and I give him a five star recommendation and believe that his unique skill set would be an asset to any team.
Jordan Foster
Steven is very knowledgeable and an expert in his field.
Norm McGarry
Steve was my first hire and a foundational member of the team that helped shape engineering at Hook. When he joined on, we were transitioning from a high end Flash shop to a full engineering + creative agency. To start, he rounded out our skills with his exceptional knowledge in standards-based web development. As time grew, Steve showed his ability to taken on new skills and push the boundaries of what is possible on the web. Already a typescript and javascript master, he also mastered python, build processes, new front-end technologies and libraries as needed, and is a strong full stack lead. He takes meticulous care in his methods, is an exceptional thought leader, and the type of guy that *every single person* in the office enjoys being around. He'd easily be given the "Nicest Person in the Office" award if one existed. His digital IQ is outstanding, and I was also lucky enough to see his managerial and leadership skills excel as he mentored a team of other engineers as the TL. Last but not least, one skill that I must mention that even I struggle with, Steve is great at sizing and estimating projects. He isn't afraid to be honest and realistic about timing, which is a gem of a skill in itself. I don't think he or myself could quantify the numbers of projects that we've built together, and he is a seasoned veteran in the field. He has the hard and soft skills to support any organization and I give him a five star recommendation and believe that his unique skill set would be an asset to any team.
Jordan Foster
Steven is very knowledgeable and an expert in his field.
Experience
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Blinkk
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United States
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. UX Engineer
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Nov 2022 - Present
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Hook Studios
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Media Production
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate Technical Director
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Feb 2019 - Nov 2022
- Complete and/or manage client projects that meet or exceed expectations.- Review or create project plans including timing and feasibility. - Recommend or create new tools, and resources where I identify need.- Look for & design ways to make sure everyone is included. I have a holistic understanding of team dynamics, client and business needs and our mission, vision and values which I use to lead hiring efforts and advocate for the Engineering Department.- Manage individual contributors. I am responsible for their grow plans, training curriculum and reviewing goal achievements.- Set clear expectations for team members. Communicate context to my team and surface any challenges or blockers upward.
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Senior Interface Engineer II
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Jul 2015 - Feb 2019
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Sr. Interface Engineer
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Jan 2015 - Jul 2015
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Interface Engineer
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Nov 2011 - Jan 2015
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Marketing Associates
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United States
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Advertising Services
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Interactive Designer
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Feb 2011 - Nov 2011
At Marketing Associates, which is now named One Magnify, I worked on a wide variety of project types. The role asked me to be a designer as well as a programmer. I learned some new skills from scratch, like print design, and honed some of my existing skills, like HTML/CSS/JS. I was able to take multiple projects from the design phase all the way through to deployment working primarily as a one person team. My primary responsibilities were: - Web Development - Web Design - Print Design - Creative Thinking
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Nology Digital
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-founder, Principal
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Jan 2008 - Jan 2011
As a principal of a start up I gained valuable experience in a variety of disciplines; however, I spent the majority of my time completing web projects. From strategy to creative to production, I had a hand in a project every step of the way. I gained proficiency in markup, programming, and design. As a principal of a start up I gained valuable experience in a variety of disciplines; however, I spent the majority of my time completing web projects. From strategy to creative to production, I had a hand in a project every step of the way. I gained proficiency in markup, programming, and design.
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Education
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2003 - 2007
Eastern Michigan University
BBA, Computer Information Systems
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