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Hey there! 👋 I'm Ali, and I'm thrilled to have you here. I'm an experienced Senior Digital Accessibility Specialist and Program Leader with a proven track record for managing social service programs, improving digital accessibility, and creating accessible inclusion programs. My journey as a visually impaired individual has equipped me with firsthand experience in navigating the challenges of digital spaces, applications, and documents, which allows me to bring a unique perspective and deep empathy to my work and fuels my commitment to driving meaningful change. My primary focus is championing accessibility programs and ensuring that digital platforms and content are inclusive and barrier-free for all users. Throughout my career, I've consistently demonstrated my proficiency in accessibility and inclusion, delivering tangible results and fostering positive impacts within my sphere of influence. I specialize in: • Assistive Technology Programs • Accessibility Audits and Testing for Websites, Document Remediation, and mobile applications • Software Accessibility Testing – Automated and Manual • Document Accessibility • Web Accessibility • Program Management • Training and Development • Career Coaching with individuals with disability (resume prep, letters, job search strategy, and interview coaching) Technology I have used and specialized in: • Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneNote) • Google Suites (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Gmail) • Salesforce • Adobe Acrobat (for PDF Remediation) • Jura • Slack • Zoom • SharePoint Accessibility Tools I have used: • Screen Magnification: Windows, ZoomText, Mac IoS Zoom • Mobile Zoom: Android and Apple • Screen Readers: Windows Narrator, JAWS, NVDA, Mac IoS Voiceover • Braille • Automated Testing Tools: Wave, Color Contrast Analyzer, Google Lighthouse, AXE DevTools, Heading Map Tool If you are open to collaboration or need assistance with accessible and digital technology matters, I am the person for you. Thank you for sticking around and reading this profile. It's a pleasure to have you join me on this journey toward a more accessible and inclusive digital world.

"Chris is without question one of the best freelancers I have ever worked with on Upwork. Not only did he "read our minds" and come up with a great design, he did it in less than his projected time, took note of our guidelines carefully, and got nearly everything right on the very first try...” “Super professional and responsive, Chris was a delight to work with. I really needed someone to save my a** on this project for a client of ours, and he was the man!” These testimonials from previous Upwork clients demonstrate that, when you decide to work with me, you can rest easy knowing your project will get done right without the headache. I specialize in creating accessible designs that are easy on the eyes and effectively communicate your messaging to your audience. I can also remediate your existing documents to comply with Section 508 / AODA / WCAG standards. Thinking I might be a good fit for your project? You should reach out to me if: You want results. The purpose of your project is something I’ll take the time to learn about in great detail. A deep understanding the desired impact (and the lessons learned from similar, past efforts) is at the heart of every successful design. Let’s take the time to figure out what that looks like for you. You want to stand out. Branding is key - it’s what separates your work from all of the rest. Why not take it to the next level? My style prioritizes the small details - the little touches that transform good designs into great ones. Whether aesthetic or functional, your audience will appreciate how easy it is to interact and engage with your product. You want to enjoy the process. Creative work produces the best results when the people doing it are having fun. I work to make your experience as fun and seamless as possible so we can concentrate on creating the best possible version of your project and we can have a good time along the way. Let’s talk about what inspires you. Thank you for taking the time to read through my profile. I’m looking forward to connecting with you so we can get started!

I design corporate and editorial documents, and I use automation to do it faster than most. With XML, data merge, and custom scripting in InDesign, I produce high-volume catalogues, reports, and brochures with total accuracy across every page. Work that would normally take a month, I can deliver in just a few days. With 15+ years in editorial and publication design, I've worked with clients ranging from enterprise software companies to organizations serving First Nations communities across Canada. My work covers annual reports, product catalogues, corporate brochures, one-pagers, infographics, and long-form case studies. What sets my work apart: Accessibility built in. Every document follows proper heading structure, tagging, and reading order, meeting WCAG 2.0 AA and AODA requirements so your content works for screen readers and satisfies compliance needs. This isn't an afterthought; it's part of how I build. Automation that saves you weeks. I work with XML and InDesign data merge to produce high-volume, data-driven documents. A catalogue or report that would normally take a month can be built in a day. I regularly produce 50+ documents per month for a single client, with full consistency across every page. Brand consistency at scale. Whether it's one brochure or a hundred-document system, every piece stays aligned to your guidelines. I work fully online through a clear brief process, so you get professional results without long calls or back-and-forth. If you have a document project, send me the details and I'll tell you exactly how I'd approach it.

I have helped businesses deliver bug-free, high-performing, and secure software by providing end-to-end Quality Assurance services. With a strong background in manual and automation testing, I ensure your applications not only meet requirements but also provide the seamless experience your users expect. ✅ What I Offer: 🔹Manual Testing – Functional, Regression, UAT 🔹Automation Testing – Framework design & scripting (Selenium, Playwright, Pytest, Robot Framework) 🔹API Testing – Postman, REST Assured, Swagger validation 🔹Accessibility Testing – WCAG compliance, screen reader testing, keyboard navigation, and color contrast validation 🔹Performance & Security Testing – Ensuring speed, stability, and protection 🔹Test Artifacts – Test plans, cases, scenarios, summary, and defect reports 🔹CI/CD Integration – Embedding tests into your pipeline for faster releases ✅ Why Work With Me? ✔️10+ years of hands-on QA experience in banking, insurance, and SaaS domains ✔️Experience leading & mentoring testers on high-visibility projects ✔️Strong focus on attention to detail and risk-based testing ✔️Proven track record of reducing production defects and accelerating release cycles I don’t just test software—I partner with you to make sure your product is reliable, scalable, and ready for the real world. 🚀 Let’s collaborate to ensure your next release is your best release.

I help organizations design, audit, and remediate digital platforms to meet WCAG accessibility standards and align with ADA, Section 508, and international accessibility requirements. My focus is on building systems that are accessible, scalable, and audit-ready without requiring a full internal accessibility team. With 13+ years of experience across full-stack engineering and accessibility-focused development, I work at the intersection of compliance, usability, and system architecture. My background includes WCAG 2.0 / 2.1 / 2.2 Level AA implementation, accessibility remediation, and compliance engineering for regulated environments. I’ve supported financial institutions, government departments, SaaS platforms, and public-sector systems where accessibility is not optional—it is a legal and operational requirement. Core Engagement Areas: • WCAG 2.1 / 2.2 accessibility audits and remediation • ADA Title II & Title III compliance support • Section 508 accessibility alignment for government systems • Accessibility risk assessments and remediation planning • VPAT support and accessibility documentation guidance • Accessibility-first architecture and design systems • Ongoing accessibility governance and regression prevention • Full-stack development with accessibility embedded by design Relevant Experience: I have worked on accessibility-focused systems for organizations including financial institutions, government bodies, and enterprise platforms such as: • Royal Bank of Canada • UK Government projects • City of Regina • Canada Life • John Wiley & Sons Projects include: • Public-sector platforms requiring WCAG 2.1 / 2.2 AA compliance • Enterprise SaaS systems with accessibility review pipelines • Secure financial and data-sensitive applications • CMS-based systems requiring long-term accessibility maintenance Accessibility & Compliance Expertise: • WCAG 2.1 / 2.2 Level AA implementation and auditing • ADA Title II & III digital accessibility considerations • Section 508 compliance • EN 301 549 alignment for EU/public procurement contexts • VPAT and accessibility conformance reporting • Semantic HTML, ARIA patterns, and accessibility best practices • Keyboard navigation, focus management, and screen reader optimization • Assistive technology testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver) • Accessible forms, UI components, and document accessibility • WordPress/Wix/Squarespace accessibility remediation (themes, plugins, builders) Technical Background: Frontend: React, Vue.js, TypeScript, modern JavaScript, performance-optimized UI development with accessibility-first component design Backend: PHP, Node.js, Python, REST/GraphQL APIs, MySQL/PostgreSQL, system architecture Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Azure, GCP, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring and reliability engineering Integration & Systems: Payment systems (Stripe, PayPal, Braintree, CyberSource), third-party APIs, secure application design Practices: Clean architecture, secure coding, accessibility testing workflows, code reviews, documentation, long-term maintainability Working Approach: I work hands-on across architecture, development, and accessibility remediation. For larger engagements, I collaborate with a small, consistent team under my direction to ensure quality, compliance continuity, and delivery reliability. Closing: I focus on building accessible systems that are not just compliant on paper, but functional, scalable, and usable in real-world environments. If you need accessibility expertise for a platform that must meet regulatory or enterprise standards, I can help you plan, audit, and implement it effectively.

I'm a Senior Product Designer with 9+ years of experience across enterprise platforms, fintech, and immersive technology. I've shipped real products at scale, and I can build them too. On the design side, I've led end-to-end UX for complex digital products at BMO (investment platform, design system, eDocuments) and TD (small business insurance quoting flow), as well as 0-to-1 product work at Lumeto (XR training platform, 15,000+ Ontario users) and Snap Inc. (ML-integrated AR lens). My work spans UX strategy, interaction design, accessibility (WCAG), and design systems. I thrive on problems that sit at the intersection of business complexity and user behaviour. On the build side, I design and ship. My most recent solo build is Anchor, taken from zero to launch: product design, front-end development, and deployment, all one person. I build with React, TypeScript, and JavaScript, and use AI-assisted workflows (Claude Code, Codex, Replit) to ship fast without cutting corners on quality.I can also integrate APIs, build automation workflows with Make, and connect AI tools into product experiences. This hybrid means you get a senior design brain and someone who can actually execute, without needing a separate developer for every decision. What I work on: product UX for web and mobile apps, fintech and enterprise platforms, AI-powered product builds and MVPs, design systems, accessibility audits, and growth-focused e-commerce design. If you need polished, strategic design work that can go further than a Figma file, let's talk.