Cor Van Der Donk

Marketing Manager
13years in marketing
23years in tech
8years leading teams
19years with PHP

Overview

Web developer and digital marketing specialist with 35+ years of experience across website development, SEO/SEM, and digital marketing operations. Proficient with WordPress, Drupal, and Shopify, including integration and support work for large hosted environments. Also manages and coordinates marketing tooling and performance reporting using Google properties and analytics.
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Timeline

Web Development and Digital Marketing Specialist · Middle
Sola Solutions · Full-Time
Jan 2023 to Jan 2025 2 Years Montreal In office
Built and managed websites for agencies and private companies using WordPress, Drupal, and Shopify. Worked on website optimization and interface customization to support marketing goals. Contributed to SEO and digital marketing activities alongside graphic design needs for web projects.
WordPress
Drupal
Shopify
WordPress Development & LMS Manager · Lead
Elance DEI · Full-Time
Jan 2022 to Jan 2023 1 Year Montreal In office
Developed a new company website using WordPress and then expanded responsibilities to manage the company’s learning management system. Supported the educational and training workflow for DEI consulting services through ongoing LMS maintenance. Eventually transitioned into a permanent WordPress specialist and LMS management role.
WordPress
WordPress Development & Support Dept Manager · Lead
Nerivon Corporation · Full-Time
Jan 2021 to Jan 2022 1 Year Newmarket In office
Took over management of the WordPress development and support department and formalized the team and infrastructure. Upgraded PHP and Apache versions to keep their hosting environment aligned with current technologies. Managed support and maintenance for 2,000+ hosted WordPress websites and helped clients extend their site infrastructure.
WordPress
PHP
Apache HTTP Server
Digital Marketing Specialist · Middle
Maritime Digital Marketing · Full-Time
Jan 2018 to Jan 2021 3 Years In office
Provided digital marketing services for small and medium businesses across Montreal and Nova Scotia. Designed and developed WordPress websites and optimized/customized Drupal interfaces for agency partners. Supported marketing delivery through web updates and ongoing site improvements.
WordPress
Drupal
Digital Marketing Specialist / Adwords Manager · Lead
Connetik · Full-Time
Jan 2015 to Jan 2018 3 Years Moncton In office
Developed WordPress websites and configured Google properties including Search Console, Business profiles, YouTube, Google Ads, and analytics tooling. Managed ongoing SEO and content updates as part of marketing operations. Served as the primary manager for client Google Ads and Facebook paid advertising accounts.
WordPress
Google Ads
YouTube
Digital Marketing Specialist / Web Developer · Middle
Sola Solutions · Full-Time
Jan 2012 to Jan 2015 3 Years In office
Worked on digital marketing promotion activities across the Maritime provinces and built WordPress e-commerce websites. Managed web properties on a monthly basis and produced performance results using Google Analytics traffic data. Provided ongoing support tied to marketing reporting and site performance.
WordPress
Digital Marketing Specialist / Web Developer · Middle
Paxiom Group · Full-Time
Jan 2010 to Jan 2012 2 Years Montreal In office
Supported the marketing department by producing print and web design work and delivering digital marketing materials for multiple companies within the group. Contributed to web and interface-related development efforts for the group’s brands. Developed 3D rendered animated simulations related to automated packaging machine processes.
Web Development Engineer · Middle
Confianza · Full-Time
Jan 2009 to Jan 2010 1 Year Stockholm In office
Delivered a one-year contract to set up and program an advanced OSCommerce-based ecommerce version. Integrated existing product and client databases into the new site and collaborated with the marketing department on required marketing tools. Designed and developed the ecommerce website and ensured the marketing integrations supported promotions.
Sales & Web Department Manager · Lead
Logobee · Full-Time
Jan 2007 to Jan 2009 2 Years Montreal In office
Managed the web department for a graphic and logo design studio, covering online and phone sales operations. Handled PHP-based website programming and coordinated website interface design work. Managed a team of graphic designers responsible for web interface design support.
PHP
Web Development Operations Manager · Lead
Shift Ctrl · Full-Time
Jan 2006 to Jan 2007 1 Year Montreal In office
Focused on ecommerce and payment application development and related sales support. Developed ecommerce systems and supported ongoing operational needs for digital services. Managed a team of designers, programmers, and technologists involved in delivery.
Operations Manager · Lead
Sola Solutions · Full-Time
Jan 2005 to Jan 2006 1 Year Montreal In office
Developed an online government grant development system intended for the US market. Provided sales support related to the system and managed a team of designers, programmers, and technologists. Coordinated development and delivery for the online grant workflow.

Technical skills

PHP
Perl
PHP
WordPress
Drupal
Magento
DevOps
Apache HTTP Server
Databases
MySQL
Design
Adobe Photoshop

Job preferences

Work permits
Canada
Locations
Montreal
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