Portfolio
Tech Stack
Experience
June 2019 - August 2019
Design / Marketing Intern
Chengdu, China
Created engaging and effective content using CMS platforms Wordpress and WeChat
Designed elegant documents and reports for the company's internal usage
Produced high-quality graphics for social media comms
September 2019 - September 2020
Web Development Intern
London, United Kingdom
Developed WordPress themes and landing pages using HTML, SCSS, JavaScript and PHP
Ensured smooth running of client websites and plugins by conducting monthly reviews and maintenance checks
Maintained regular communication with clients to gather feedback and ensure their satisfaction with our services
October 2021 - March 2022
Web Developer and Designer
London, United Kingdom
Designed/developed slick and modern restaurant websites for clients across the UK and Spain
Added functionality to enable the implementation of the company's internal software for managing reservations and deliveries
Managed a portfolio of websites with regular updates and maintenance
August 2021 - June 2022
Web Developer & SEO / Web Designer
London, United Kingdom
Reworked website layouts and behaviour to enhance user experience and improve accessibility, which resulted in improved engagement
Implemented SEO techniques and optimized site performance, leading to faster load times and better website visibility
Created engaging infographics and documents that complemented the company's brand voice and elevated online presence
April 2022 - October 2023
Front End Developer
London, United Kingdom
Utilised JS technologies such as React, TypeScript and Next.js to compose reactive UIs, write backend API routes and build full stack applications with AI integrations
Developed custom Shopify e-commerce sites and themes using HTML, SCSS, JavaScript, Web components and Liquid
Managed unit tests and optimised projects with Google Lighthouse, third-party software and best practices to increase performance, SEO and accessibility
Regularly communicated with clients to gather feedback and make adjustments throughout the project lifecycle
About
Welcome! My name is Patryk Polanski, a creative front end developer who writes clean, elegant and concise code. I occasionally dabble in UI/UX design and I do not shy away from diving into other cool visual media.
In recent years, I have worked for diverse companies, crafting a variety of websites ranging from WordPress blogs and E-commerce Shopify sites to React/Next.js applications.
What excites me the most is creating cutting-edge, visually attractive websites that create lasting impressions on the users both in terms of pleasing designs as well as intuitive user experiences.
Currently on the lookout for my next JavaScript adventure, focusing on React/Next.js or Node.js. While I am based in London, I’m open to packing my bags for promising opportunities elsewhere!
During his 12 month placement at Soapbox, Patryk became an invaluable member of the team making significant contributions to lots of our projects. A keen learner, he always showed an admirable willingness and aptitude in his work and by the end of the placement was producing a really high standard of work. His friendly and calm nature also made him a great fit within the team.
Patryk has done good work at kinetik - producing good quality work ranging from UI/UX and infographics to technical SEO. He is flexible with his approach, is a keen learner and is solution focused. He has very good communication skills and keeps all stakeholders informed. Patryk would be a very good addition to any design/technical team.