JoBenEtuk

JoBenEtuk

Frontend/Creative Developer

About

I'm Josiah — A creative developer deeply interested in the dynamic interplay of motion and interaction within digital experiences.

Driven by innovation, I push creative boundaries to deliver resonant solutions.

Projects

2024

Role: Frontend/Creative Development

  • Orchestrated creative development and frontend architecture to ensure a seamless and visually appealing user experience.

  • Utilized React and Next.js to construct a high-performance and scalable web application.

  • Implemented GSAP for interactive animations, enhancing user engagement.

  • Developed a unique flipbook animation using the Canvas API, offering users a novel browsing experience.

2024

Role: Full-Stack Developer

  • Developed and maintained my personal portfolio's third version using React and Next.js for a dynamic interface.

  • Integrated Contentful CMS for efficient content management, facilitating easy updates and scalability.

  • Enhanced user engagement with GSAP interactive animations.

  • Utilized Three.js and WebGL shaders for advanced graphics and animations.

  • Personalized the portfolio with Spotify API integration to display my current song selections.

2023

Role: Frontend Development, CMS Integration

  • Spearheaded frontend development for Props Furniture, using React and Next.js to create a dynamic interface.

  • Seamlessly integrated Contentful CMS for efficient content management and scalability.

  • Engineered interactive animations with GSAP, enhancing user engagement and aesthetic appeal.

  • Received prestigious accolades including Awwwards Site of the Day (SOTD), Developer Award, and an E-commerce Site of the Year nomination, affirming the website's innovative design and exceptional user experience

2023

Role: Frontend Development

  • Developed the entire website from scratch to completion using React and Next.js, ensuring a seamless and modern user experience.

  • Integrated GSAP for smooth and interactive animations, enhancing user engagement and visual appeal.

  • Handed over the completed website to the Moniepoint team for content updates and ongoing maintenance.

2023

Role: Frontend Engineer

  • Developed the Pickt Inc. website and web app using React and Next.js, ensuring a seamless and responsive user interface.

  • Incorporated GSAP and Framer Motion for captivating animations and smooth transitions, enhancing user engagement.

  • Integrated Agora for seamless video and voice calls, enabling real-time communication between users.

  • Utilized Stream Chat for implementing real-time conversations, fostering immediate and interactive engagement among users.

2023

Role: Frontend Engineer

  • Developed both the client and admin versions of Monieverse app using React/Next.js.

  • Integrated GSAP/Framer Motion for seamless animations, enhancing user experience.

  • Implemented Veriff for secure user verification, ensuring robust authentication.

2023

Role: Creative Developer

  • Developed the Studio Lumio website using Vanilla JavaScript.

  • Implemented GSAP for smooth animations and transitions, enhancing user interaction and engagement.

  • Utilized Three.js to create captivating 3D graphics and animations, adding depth and interactivity to the website

2023

Role: Creative Developer

  • I handled the development of the website/blog using React and Next.js, ensuring a seamless and responsive user interface.

  • Integrated Three.js and GSAP to create immersive visuals and captivating animations.

  • Leveraged Contentful for efficient content management, ensuring easy updates.

  • Implemented Disqus for the commenting functionality, fostering community engagement.

2023

Role: Creative Development

  • Developed Jemima Osunde's website using React/Next.js.

  • Integrated GSAP for seamless animations and enhanced interactivity.

2023

Role: Creative Development

  • Developed Moniepoint Inc.'s Year in Review (YIR) website using React.js.

  • Enhanced user experience with GSAP for smooth animations and interactive elements.

2022

Role: Creative Developer

  • Created the Sunbeam Product Studio website using React/Gatsby.js, ensuring fast performance.

  • Integrated Contentful CMS for efficient content management, allowing for easy updates and scalability.

  • Implemented Framer Motion for fluid animations, enhancing the user experience with captivating visual effects.

Work Experience

2023 — Now
Lagos, Nigeria
  1. Oversee the entire lifecycle of website and product development from research, design and development to final delivery.

  2. Manage technical development, including coding, integration, and testing.

  3. Direct a multidisciplinary team, fostering creativity and innovation.

  4. Serve as the primary client liaison, ensuring their vision is realized and providing post-launch support.

  5. Conduct thorough research to understand market trends, user needs, and business goals.

  6. Led the development of multi-award-winning projects, including props.studiolumio.com, which won Site of the Day, Developer of the Day, and Ecommerce Site of the Year on Awwwards Nomination.

2023 — 2024
  1. Developed the Monieverse product, managing both the admin and client sides to ensure robust functionality and a seamless user experience.

  2. Collaborated closely with backend developers and designer to integrate frontend features effectively and ensure cohesive project delivery.

  3. Provided ongoing maintenance and support for the Monieverse product, addressing any issues promptly and implementing enhancements as needed.

  4. Offered frontend consultation and managed engineers for other utility products within the Monieverse ecosystem, optimizing performance and user experience across multiple projects.

  5. Ensured high-quality code standards by implementing best practices in frontend development and conducting thorough code reviews.

2022 — 2023
Delaware, United States
  1. Developed the Pickt product, including implementation of video call, voice call, and live chat features to enrich user interaction and experience.

  2. Developed the Pickt website, ensuring seamless integration of features, animations and maintaining a cohesive user interface.

  3. Collaborated with backend developers, designers, and an engineering manager to deliver comprehensive frontend solutions aligned with project objectives.

  4. Participated in the design and optimization of frontend functionalities to enhance performance and scalability of the Pickt platform.

  5. Conducted regular code reviews and contributed to team discussions to uphold code quality standards and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

2020 — 2023
Lagos, Nigeria
  1. Held the position of CTO and served as the Lead Developer, overseeing all aspects of development within the organization.

  2. Directed and managed the entire development process, from planning and execution to deployment and maintenance.

  3. Led a team of developers, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise to ensure project success.

  4. Created the architecture used on the frontend for projects, implementing innovative solutions to drive efficiency and optimize performance.

  5. Implemented best practices to ensure high-quality code standards and maintainability across development projects.

2022 — 2022
Mauritius
  1. Led the development team at Aya Trades, overseeing all aspects of frontend development within the organization.

  2. Directed and managed the entire frontend development process, from planning and execution to deployment and maintenance.

  3. Managed frontend interns, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical support to ensure their growth and productivity.

  4. Collaborated closely with backend developers and designers to integrate frontend components seamlessly and maintain a cohesive user experience.

  5. Implemented frontend architecture and solutions to drive efficiency and optimize performance across projects.

  6. Ensured adherence to best practices to maintain high-quality code standards and scalability of frontend systems.

2021 — 2022
London, England
  1. Started as an intern and progressed to Lead Developer, demonstrating dedication and skill growth.

  2. Managed interns, providing mentorship and guidance in their development journey.

  3. Spearheaded the creation of new features and optimization of existing ones, enhancing product functionality.

  4. Streamlined codebase, resulting in reduced size and improved speed for enhanced user experience.

2021 — 2021
Frontend Developer at Razu
New York, U.S.A

Education

2017 — 2023
Bachelor of Engineering at MOUAU
Nigeria
Website
GitHub
LinkedIn
Twitter

Teams

Current
Studio Lumio