Cristian Predan, Accessibility Engineer / Front-end developer
C1 (Advanced) English
Expert (10+ years)
Summary
With over a decade of specialized experience in frontend development and accessibility engineering, this candidate stands out for their expertise in creating inclusive digital environments compliant with WCAG standards. Their deep understanding of user-centric design is reflected in their proficiency with HTML, CSS, TypeScript, and modern frameworks such as Angular and React. They have a proven track record in performing detailed accessibility audits, leveraging assistive technologies and testing tools to enhance project compliance with European and international laws. The candidate's front-end development experience is complemented with practical proficiency in using ARIA patterns, semantic HTML, and establishing keyboard navigation practices. Their portfolio includes close collaboration with cross-functional teams to successfully implement fixes and features that significantly improve user accessibility, ensuring rigorous adherence to accessibility audits and VPAT documentation.
Main Skills
HTML 10 yr.
CSS 10 yr.
TypeScript
WCAG
Angular
Programming Languages
JavaScript Frameworks
UI Frameworks, Libraries, and Browsers
JavaScript Libraries and Tools
Methodologies, Paradigms and Patterns
Collaboration, Task & Issue Tracking
UI/UX/Wireframing
Operating Systems
QA, Test Automation, Security
Other Technical Skills
Work Experience
Editor / Journalist, Sports Journalism and Reporting
Duration: May 2002 - August 2003
Summary:
- Edited news, press articles, and reports
- coordinated page layouts and photo editing for a sports-focused publication
Responsibilities: Journalism, editorial coordination, and content creation for both print and online media.
Technologies: Content management systems, photo editing software
Editor / Journalist, News Editing and Journalism
Duration: October 2003 - September 2011
Summary:
- Oversaw the editing of news, press articles, and reports
- coordinated page layouts and photo editing for a leading news outlet
Responsibilities: News editing, coordinating layout design, and managing online content for a media institution.
Technologies: Content management systems, layout design software, photo editing tools
Editor and Graphic designer, Promotional Materials Management
Duration: October 2011 - November 2013
Summary: Managed and curated promotional materials and web content for a gambling company.
Responsibilities: Editing promotional texts, designing graphics, and managing web content.
Technologies: Graphic design software, content management systems
Front End Developer, Responsive UI Development
Duration: December 2013 - November 2014
Summary: Developed and maintained user interfaces for AdWorks! Media, including the creation of a responsive web application.
Responsibilities: UI development, responsive design, and version control management.
Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Git, Jira
Front End Developer, UI Development and Integration
Duration: December 2014 - May 2024
Summary: Created and maintained interfaces, integrated Angular framework and optimized applications at JEMS Romania.
Responsibilities: Front-end development, application optimization, and user accessibility improvement.
Technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular, Angular Material, PHP, WCAG standards
Accessibility Engineer, Web Application Accessibility Enhancement
Duration: July 2024 - September 2025
Summary: Performed audits, fixed bugs, and improved accessibility of React-based projects at Digis.
Responsibilities: Accessibility testing and coding, collaboration with design and development teams, and management of task tracking.
Technologies: React, ARIA, HTML, CSS, Axe DevTools, Voiceover, NVDA, Jira
Education
- Master's Degree
- Management of Mass Media Institutions
- October 2005 - February 2007
- Bachelor's Degree
- Journalism and Public Communication
- October 2001 - June 2004