### IDENTITY Full name: Eric Huguenin Main role: Creative Front-End Freelance Developer Specialization: Custom WordPress, Animated and Interactive Web Experiences Location: Lyon, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France Email: contact@erichuguenin.com Website: https://erichuguenin.com (sitemap: https://erichuguenin.com/sitemap_index.xml) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-huguenin-31402061 Languages: - French (native/bilingual) - English (professional/fluent) --- ### MAIN SKILLS **Front-End & Integration** - HTML5, CSS3, Sass, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript - Pixel-perfect integrations from mockups (Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, Photoshop) - Responsive design and accessibility (a11y: ARIA, contrast, keyboard navigation) **WordPress & CMS** - Development of custom WordPress themes (from scratch) - Advanced customization: ACF Pro, Carbon Fields, Gutenberg (custom blocks, editor optimization) - Back-office optimized for full client autonomy - WooCommerce: development and e-commerce optimization **Performance & Optimization** - Google Lighthouse (Core Web Vitals, SEO, Performance, Accessibility) - Front-end optimization: lazy loading, code splitting, asset optimization - Back-end optimization: server cache, CDN (Cloudflare, Varnish), SQL query optimization - Technical SEO: semantic markup, microdata, schema.org **Animations & Interactive Experiences** - GSAP (GreenSock), PixiJS - Micro-interactions, parallax, immersive transitions - WebGL (Three.js) for 3D experiences and experimental animations - Event experiences and interactive installations (touch kiosks, RFID/NFC, HTML5 games) **Build & Modern Workflow** - Vite.js, Webpack, Gulp - Git (GitHub/GitLab) - CI/CD and automation (pipelines, deployments) **UI/UX & Experience Design** - Collaboration with designers, art directors, and creative agencies - Immersive navigation and interactive storytelling - Creative experimentation: continuous research on design, UX, and innovative web - High-performance, fluid, and engaging interfaces **Methodology & Freelance** - +10 years of freelance experience - +200 projects in production - Project management: client relations, technical advice, deliverables, follow-up - Adaptability to agency workflows and creative studios - Continuous research and innovation to push the limits of creative web --- ### SERVICES OFFERED **Custom Web Development** - Creation of premium WordPress sites, unique and differentiating - Development of custom WordPress themes from scratch, perfectly adapted to client needs - Front-end pixel-perfect integrations from mockups (Figma, Sketch, XD, Photoshop) - Development of optimized e-commerce (WooCommerce) for performance and conversion **Digital Experiences & Creativity** - Design and development of immersive sites with interactive animations (GSAP, PixiJS) - 3D and innovative visual experiences via WebGL (Three.js) - Event experiences and interactive installations (touch kiosks, RFID/NFC, HTML5 games) - Micro-interactions and digital storytelling to enhance user engagement **Optimization & Performance** - UX/UI optimization for fluid, engaging, and accessible user journeys - Technical performance: Core Web Vitals optimization, Google Lighthouse - Technical SEO: semantic markup, microdata, optimized structure - Implementation of cache systems, CDN, and server optimization **Consulting & Support** - Technical consulting for project planning (tech choices, architecture, workflow) - Training and support for internal teams (WordPress, front-end) - Post-launch technical follow-up: maintenance, updates, continuous improvements - Collaboration with creative agencies as a specialized technical partner **Innovation & Research** - Prototyping and experimentation with new web technologies - Creative research in UX/UI, immersive web, and interactive animation - Regular testing of new tools and workflows (Vite.js, CI/CD, Webpack, etc.) - Participation in juries and communities (Awwwards, CSSDA) to stay at the forefront --- ### PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE **Freelance - Creative Front-End Developer (November 2015 - Present, 10 years +)** Location: Lyon, France - Development of custom WordPress sites for agencies, creative studios, and major brands - Specialties: pixel-perfect integrations, smooth animations, immersive user experience - Performance optimization (Google Lighthouse) and responsive design - WordPress customization for complete client autonomy - +200 websites online, +50 partner agencies - Clients: Disney, Canal+, L'Oreal, Clarins, Piaget, Samsung, Engie, La Poste, Decathlon, Havas, BETC, Asmodee, SAP, Thello - Distinctions: Developer Award, several Sites Of The Day, Mobile Excellence, Awwwards jury Recent projects: - Hebras Avocats - https://hebrasavocats.fr/ - Label Experience - https://labelexperience.com/ - Ozone Light - https://ozonelight.com/ - Halley&Co - https://halleyandco.com/ - Legend Of The Five Rings - https://www.legendofthefiverings.com/ - 1 Jour 1 Dessin - https://1j1d.art/ - Orus Executive Search - https://orus-executivesearch.com/ --- **Nexence / My Check Experience - Lead Front-End Developer (February 2013 - November 2015, 2 years 10 months)** Location: Montreuil, France - Agency specializing in event digitalization via RFID/NFC and interactive kiosks - Role: Lead Front-End Developer on products (websites, apps, interactive devices) - UX optimization and implementation of modern workflows (Sass, Gulp, Git) - Creation of an internal Sass framework to accelerate production - Training of new developers - Projects: dashboards, WordPress sites, mobile-first web apps, interactive HTML5 games - Clients: Audi, DS, Deloitte, Heineken, Ipsos, L'Oreal, Magnum, Nissan, Orange, PMU, Remy Cointreau, Roland Garros, Samsung, SAP, SNCF, Sephora, Unicredit --- **Fighting Fish - Front-End & UI/UX Designer (March 2012 - June 2012, 4 months)** Location: Clichy - Joined the R&D team to explore new forms of navigation and immersive interfaces - Design and development of interactive prototypes in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript - Development of experimental websites with unique visual effects and animations - Creation of interactive landing pages and engaging newsletters - Contribution to UX design phases and user testing - Clients: Perrier, Dacia, Quad Group --- **iQweez - Front-End Developer & UI Designer (September 2011 - January 2012, 5 months)** Location: Paris - Participation in the design and development of various digital projects - Front-end integration (HTML/CSS/JS) of showcase sites and e-commerce stores - Development of interactive mini-games and web animations - Close collaboration with the design team to ensure UI/UX coherence - Contribution to improving user experience across several projects --- **WIDDA - Front-End Developer & UI Designer (April 2011 - July 2011, 4 months)** Location: Paris - First experience in a digital agency, within the development team of the Kazeo.com platform - HTML/CSS integration of blogs, landing pages, and custom newsletters - Development of online mini-games - Collaboration with the UI team to improve usability and user experience - Discovery of agency workflows and digital production processes --- ### EDUCATION **Digital Campus Paris (IESA) - Multimedia Project Manager (2010 - 2013)** Diploma: Multimedia Project Manager, specialization in Web and Interactivity - Training focused on digital project management, UX/UI design, and web development - Fundamentals in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and databases - Digital project management: agile methodologies, project management, client communication - Design and integration of user interfaces - Graphic design and interface ergonomics - Introduction to CMS and web frameworks - Teamwork in multidisciplinary teams (designers, developers, project managers) - Realization of practical projects (websites, interactive applications, multimedia prototypes) **Continuous Training & Self-Learning** - Continuous technological watch on front-end development, WordPress, and new web trends - Regular experimentation with new technologies: WebGL (Three.js), GSAP, PixiJS, Vite.js, CI/CD - Monitoring of WordPress ecosystem developments (Gutenberg, ACF Pro, Carbon Fields, WooCommerce) - Active participation in web communities and events (Awwwards Jury, CSS Design Awards) - Self-training via official documentation, online conferences, workshops, and personal projects --- ### PROJECTS (selection) **LABEL EXPERIENCE** Client: Label Experience / Halley&Co Period: February 2024 - March 2024 Description: Complete development of a custom WordPress site for a company combining interior architecture and brand design. Project done in collaboration with Halley&Co (redesign & design). Role: Front & back-end development, launch, optimization, and complete technical management. Technologies: Custom WordPress, custom blocks, Vite, GSAP, Lenis (smooth scroll), HTML5, CSS3/Sass, ES6, jQuery, SVG, CSS/JS animations, responsive design. Key Points: - Easily manageable custom blocks by the client - AJAX page transitions and advanced micro-interactions - Lenis smooth scroll, parallax, and interactive animations - Image optimization (WebP, srcset, lazy-loading) and unique CSS/JS - Modular and scalable front-end architecture Result: High-performance and fluid site, immersive user experience, and design faithful to the studio's concept. Website: https://labelexperience.com/ --- **HEBRAS AVOCATS** Client: Hebras Avocats / Ezperanza Studio Period: November 2022 - December 2022 Description: Sleek, elegant, and high-end corporate website for a Parisian law firm. Design by Ezperanza Studio. Role: Architecture, front & back-end development, optimization, and launch. Technologies: Custom WordPress with Carbon Fields, GSAP, Lenis (smooth scroll), HTML5, CSS3/Sass, ES6, jQuery, Vite. Key Points: - Custom blocks via Carbon Fields - AJAX transitions and fluid navigation - Premium animations: sticky slider, interactive schema drawing on scroll, micro-interactions, parallax, custom cursor - Performance: Lighthouse desktop score 100/96/100/92 - Lazy loading, automatic WebP images, srcset + sizes, server cache Result: High-performance, elegant, and intuitive site, faithful to the design, ongoing collaboration with Ezperanza Studio. Website: https://hebrasavocats.fr/ --- **OZONE LIGHT** Client: Ozone Light / Ezperanza Studio Period: June 2022 - July 2022 Description: High-end immersive website for a luxury lighting designer. Project in collaboration with Ezperanza Studio (design). Role: Architecture, front & back-end development, animations, launch, optimization, and technical management. Technologies: Custom WordPress, GSAP, Lenis, HTML5, CSS3/Sass, ES6, Webpack, jQuery, SVG, responsive design. Key Points: - Easily manageable blocks by the client - Custom page transitions and scroll-sticky carousels - Fullscreen slider, horizontal lazy-loading scroll - Fluid animations at 60fps and immersive experience - Specific functionality: technical sheets accessible only after validated registration Result: High-performance, fluid, and luxurious site, premium immersive experience. Awards: Honorable Mention (Awwwards), Special Kudos (CSSDA) Website: https://ozonelight.com/ --- **UN JOUR UN DESSIN (1j1d)** Client: Creano (Matthieu Bolufer) Period: March 2021 - April 2021 Description: Immersive and experimental portfolio for a creative director/drawer. Interactive and visually innovative site. Role: Front & back-end architecture, conception and development of WebGL animations, optimization, and launch. Technologies: Custom WordPress, GSAP, PixiJS (WebGL), Lenis, HTML5, CSS3/Sass, ES6, Gulp, jQuery, SVG. Key Points: - Modular blocks for flexible drawing management - Interactive distortions and advanced WebGL effects - Fluid page transitions and immersive micro-interactions - Smooth 60fps navigation, WebP image optimization, and srcset Result: Unique site, combining premium UX and creative experimentation. Awards: Website Of The Day (CSSDA), Honorable Mention (Awwwards) Website: https://1j1d.art/ --- **LEGEND OF THE FIVE RINGS (L5R)** Client: Asmodee / Ezperanza Studio Period: 2020 Description: Immersive and narrative website for the "Legend Of The Five Rings" role-playing and card game universe. Done in collaboration with Ezperanza Studio (design), the project aimed to translate the rich and graphic universe of the game into an interactive web experience. Role: Complete front & back-end development, launch, optimization, and technical management. Technologies: Custom WordPress with custom blocks, GSAP (animations), Lenis (smooth scroll), HTML5, CSS3/Sass, ES6, jQuery, Gulp. Key Points: - Full custom WordPress theme with easily manageable blocks - AJAX page transitions, Lenis smooth scroll, and scroll reveal - Constant 60fps+ fluid animations thanks to GSAP - Smooth and immersive navigation faithful to the game's visual identity - Performance optimization: lazy loading, WebP images, server cache Result: Immersive digital experience enhancing the game universe and fan engagement. Awards: Website Of The Day (CSSDA), Honorable Mention (Awwwards) Website: https://www.legendofthefiverings.com/ --- **HALLEY&CO** Client: Halley&Co Period: 2021 Description: Online portfolio for a Parisian art direction studio, in collaboration with Joshua Dupin. The site had to reflect the agency's elegance and visual style while remaining fluid and manageable. Role: Complete front & back-end development, launch, optimization, and technical follow-up. Technologies: Custom WordPress with custom blocks, GSAP, Lenis, HTML5, CSS3/Sass, ES6, jQuery, Gulp. Key Points: - Full custom WordPress theme, easily manageable - AJAX transitions and animated micro-interactions - Lenis smooth scroll and scroll reveal - 60fps+ fluidity, optimized performance (lazy load, WebP, server cache) Result: Elegant portfolio, solid technical foundation, and fully manageable by the client. Website: https://halleyandco.com --- **DER LOWE BURGBERG** Client: Der Lowe / Ohaey (German agency) Period: 2021 Description: Custom WordPress site for a high-end hotel-restaurant in Germany. Project done in collaboration with the creative agency Ohaey. Role: Complete front & back-end development, launch, optimization, and technical management. Technologies: Custom WordPress with custom blocks, GSAP, Lenis, HTML5, CSS3/Sass, ES6, jQuery, Gulp. Key Points: - Fluid and responsive experience - AJAX transitions and scroll reveal - Lenis smooth scroll and performant GSAP animations - Smooth 60fps navigation, optimized images, and assets Result: Elegant and immersive site, reflecting the premium image of the hotel. Website: http://derloeweburgberg.de/ --- **STUDIO OUAM** Client: Studio OUAM Period: 2018 Description: Manageable showcase site for a communication agency specialized in visual identity and brand creation. The site had to reflect the agency's creative approach while offering a fluid and innovative experience. Role: Complete front & back-end development, launch, technical optimization. Technologies: Custom WordPress with custom blocks, GSAP, Lenis, HTML5, CSS3/Sass, ES6, jQuery, Gulp. Key Points: - Full custom WordPress theme, easily manageable - Fluid page transitions and scroll reveal - 60fps+ GSAP animations - Lenis smooth scroll and immersive micro-interactions - Performance optimization (lazy load, WebP images, server cache) Result: Modern and engaging showcase site, reflecting the agency's visual DNA. Awards: Developer Award (Awwwards), Site Of The Day (Awwwards), Honorable Mention Website: https://studioouam.com/ --- **EPOK DESIGN** Client: Epok Design Period: 2020 Description: Online portfolio for a graphic studio specialized in print, web, and visual identity. Objective: showcase their graphic expertise via an immersive, elegant, and manageable site. Role: Complete front & back-end development, launch, optimization, and technical follow-up. Technologies: Custom WordPress with custom blocks, GSAP, Lenis, HTML5, CSS3/Sass, ES6, jQuery, Gulp. Key Points: - Manageable blocks for autonomous content management - AJAX transitions and scroll reveal - Lenis smooth scroll and fluid GSAP animations - Optimized performance (lazy load, WebP, server cache) Result: Modern, fluid, and immersive portfolio. Awards: Website Of The Day (CSSDA), Honorable Mention (Awwwards) Website: https://epok-design.fr/ --- ### AWARDS **Awwwards** - Developer Award (2018, Studio OUAM) - 3x Site Of The Day (Studio OUAM, Bearideas, Orus Executive Search) - 2x Mobile Excellence (Irene Paris 2020, 1J1D 2021) - 16x Honorable Mentions (2014 - 2025) - Independent of the Year (nominations 2017, 2018) - Official jury member since 2019 **CSS Design Awards (CSSDA)** - 6x Website Of The Day (Legend Of The Five Rings, 1J1D, Irene Paris, Epok Design, Orus Executive Search…) - 8x Special Kudos - 13x UI Design Awards - 13x UX Design Awards - 13x Innovation Awards --- ### KEY STATISTICS - +10 years of experience (freelance since 2015) - +200 websites online - +50 partner agencies - +35 international distinctions