About Me
About Trenton Hood
Hello, I’m Trenton Hood, a Purdue University graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Graphics Technology (2013). With over 5 years of professional web development experience, I’ve built informational websites, e-commerce platforms, and membership sites that are secure, responsive, and optimized for search engines.
My Web Development Experience
My focus is on website performance, user experience (UX), and SEO strategy—ensuring that every site I create not only looks great but also ranks well and delivers measurable results. I’m passionate about blending creativity with technical precision to build websites that support growth and long-term success. If you’d like to explore my work, visit my portfolio or get in touch.
Work Experience
Education
Purdue University
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Graphics Technology
- Minor in Computer Networking and Information Technology
Certifications
- Google Analytics Certification
Technical Skills
- Operating Systems: Proficient in Windows and Mac OS, ensuring seamless cross-platform development, testing, and deployment.
- Programming Languages: Skilled in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, and SQL, enabling the creation of responsive, interactive, and SEO-optimized websites.
- Software & Tools: Experienced with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office Suite, Figma, FileZilla, and Visual Studio Code for efficient design and development workflows. Advanced use of Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Semrush, HubSpot, and Zoho to track performance, improve SEO rankings, and optimize marketing strategies.
- Development Platforms: Expertise in WordPress, WooCommerce, Shopify, Ecwid, and GitHub, allowing the build and management of scalable e-commerce platforms and content-driven websites.
- Email & Marketing Setup: Skilled in configuring Microsoft and Google email systems, ensuring reliable communication, marketing automation, and secure integrations.
- Server & Hosting: Hands-on experience with Microsoft and Linux servers, as well as DNS management, to ensure uptime, speed, and strong website security.
Experience
Find Eight Performance Marketing
- Designed and launched custom WordPress websites, improving site performance and user experience for clients across multiple industries.
- Built e-commerce websites using WooCommerce, Shopify, and Ecwid, increasing online sales and customer engagement.
- Prepared and deployed development sites to production, ensuring smooth launches with minimal downtime.
- Conducted quality assurance testing to improve site reliability and reduce post-launch errors.
- Implemented call tracking and advanced analytics to measure marketing campaign ROI.
- Optimized websites with 301/404 SEO redirects, improving search visibility and crawl efficiency.
- Managed DNS records and Google Webmasters integration, strengthening domain authority.
- Delivered responsive client support through a helpdesk system, boosting client satisfaction and retention.
Halo Investing, Inc.
- Developed responsive WordPress websites with optimized code and mobile-first design, improving page speed scores and accessibility.
- Collaborated with international departments to support global web initiatives, enhancing internal communication and site consistency.
- Pushed development sites live to production servers, ensuring stable launches and business continuity.
- Strengthened website security with privacy protocols, SSL, and threat-mitigation strategies, reducing vulnerabilities.
- Implemented Google Analytics 4 and Google Tag Manager for advanced performance tracking, enabling data-driven decision making.
- Applied SEO redirects and technical optimizations that increased organic traffic and improved keyword rankings.
Additional Experience
- Developed user-friendly, responsive websites with a focus on functionality, accessibility, and SEO best practices.
- Configured and implemented CRM systems to improve client communication and streamline website workflows.
- Monitored and optimized websites to enhance performance, reliability, and uptime, ensuring a smooth user experience.
- Transferred websites between different servers, maintaining data integrity and minimizing downtime during migrations.
- Extensive experience with multiple WordPress page builders:
- Beaver Builder – building modular, scalable layouts
- Elementor – creating pixel-perfect, responsive designs
- Divi Theme Builder – customizing advanced WordPress themes
- WPBakery – developing flexible drag-and-drop layouts
- Gutenberg – utilizing WordPress’s native block editor
- Worked on DNN (DotNetNuke) websites, supporting businesses with .NET-based content management systems.
- Transferred domains between registrars, configured DNS records, and ensured secure domain management.
- Set up membership websites and content restriction systems, creating secure gated access for premium content.
- Integrated store locator tools (Blipstar and StoreRocket) to improve local search visibility and enhance user navigation.
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