MARIA KHALILI
WEB DEVELOPER GRAPHIC DESIGNER SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
Karachi, Pakistan • +92-336-******* • ********************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Web Developer and Graphic Designer with a BS in Software Engineering and 3+ years of design experience, combining technical development skills with creative design expertise. Experienced in building and improving websites, creating digital graphics and children's book artwork, managing freelance projects, and delivering client-focused digital solutions. Strong communication, presentation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
TheTechFlames Web Developer & Graphic Designer Current
• Develop and customize responsive websites using WordPress, Wix, and Shopify, with a focus on usability and performance.
• Create and customize websites, landing pages, e-commerce stores, and website layouts based on client requirements.
• Design graphics and digital assets for websites, social media, marketing materials, and children's book projects.
• Work with tools and platforms including Elementor, Divi, BeTheme, WooCommerce, WP Forms, PayPal, Stripe, and Figma-to-WordPress workflows.
• Support website migration, speed optimization, basic SEO, and ongoing website improvements.
• Communicate with clients to understand requirements, present solutions, manage revisions, and deliver projects professionally.
Freelance Graphic Designer & Illustrator Maria's Graphic Channel
• More than 3 years of experience in graphic design and creative project work.
• Create children's book illustrations, covers, layouts, and digital artwork according to author requirements.
• Manage freelance projects from initial communication through revisions and final delivery.
• Develop client relationships through clear communication, creative problem-solving, and reliable project delivery.
Event Organizer Mohammad Ali Jinnah University
• Organized and coordinated multiple university workshops and events during academic studies.
• Handled event planning, coordination, communication, and presentation activities.
IT Intern HBL – IT Department
• Completed an internship in the IT Department, gaining practical exposure to professional IT operations.
EDUCATION
YEAR
INSTITUTE
QUALIFICATION
GRADE
2016
Mohammad Ali Jinnah University
BS (Software Engineering)
3.24 CGPA
2012
Gulshan College
Intermediate – Engineering Group
B
2008
Karachi Public School
Matriculation – Science Group
A+
TECHNICAL & PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
• WordPress, Elementor, Divi & BeTheme
• Wix & Shopify
• WooCommerce & E-commerce
• Website & Landing Page Development
• Website Migration & Speed Optimization
• Basic SEO
• Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator
• Figma-to-WordPress
• MS Office
• C, ASP.NET, C#, SQL
• Software Project Management
• HRM & Management
• Presentation & Communication
• Client Communication & Project Coordination
• Leadership & Teamwork
• Creative Problem Solving
ACADEMIC PROJECT
RFID-Based HR Management System for Small & Medium Organizations
• Final Year Project (FYP) focused on applying software engineering concepts to HR management and RFID-based identification.
ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
Workshop & Event Organization • Book Reading • Graphic Design • Children's Book Illustration