Work - Tech solutions to achieve client goals on their budget.

I am committed to understanding each client’s unique needs and budgetary constraints, tailoring a solution to meet both. Instead of resorting to a one-size-fits-all approach, I leverage my extensive experience and expertise to design innovative, custom solutions that deliver results.

Case studies

The Job Talk

Web development, Custom CMS

Career Crisis Ultimate Interview Series

The Job Talk Podcast interviews people who love their jobs. Guests open up about their challenges, surprises, and secrets to success in their industries.

I worked with the creators to improve their online presence. Pulling data from their wordpress site and the rss feed, I created a new set of streamlined data and rebuilt their site using Next.js and Tailwind CSS.

Having Craig take over our web development and revamp on our existing CMS has been a game changer. We can now publish new episodes in minutes instead of hours.

Rob & Kim, Partners

Spins VLT Rooms & Bars

Web development, CMS, Rewards program

Eat. Drink. Play. Win Big!

Spins VLT Rooms & Bars are Alberta’s first multi-location brand dedicated to the safe, fun, enjoyment of gaming, namely VLT’s. With 7 locations in the Edmonton area featuring 94 VLT’s we are the largest operator of VLT’s in the province of Alberta.

Worked with the team to develop a custom Content Management System (CMS) to streamline the management of their multi-location operation. The CMS allows Spins to effortlessly manage and update events at all locations, and keep location details and menus current.

Working with Craig on my website development and the Spinner’s Edge rewards program has been an absolute pleasure. From the get-go, Craig was an invaluable partner, bringing his expertise, creativity, and attention to detail to every aspect of the project. He has this unique ability to comprehend my vision, address my concerns, and transform ideas into realities.

Rob Sroka, President

Olyan & Associates

Web development, Client portal

Accounting for your business

Olyan & Associates is a full service, personal and small business Chartered Professional Accounting firm providing clients with pro-active "Business advice for tomorrow."

Worked with Olyan & Associates to develop a new website and client portal. By understanding their business needs I was able to create a client portal that allows their clients to easily upload documents and communicate with their accountants.

Craig was excellent in helping us update our website and develop a client portal. He was very responsive and was able to deliver the project on time and on budget.

Jason Olyan, CPA

Yours Truly

Blockchain, NFTs, Smart Contracts

CryptoCraig NFT Collection

I wanted to learn more about NFTs and the blockchain, so I created a collection of 5,013 unique NFTs of me and launched them on the Polygon blockchain.

I wanted to learn from doing so I created the artwork and found what resources I could to help me get started. I used a combination of OpenSea, Polygon, and Pinata to launch the collection.

Not only did I learn a lot about NFTs and the blockchain, but I also learned a lot about myself. I learned that I am not a good artist and that I am not a good marketer.

Craig Hicks, Creator

NAIT Library

E-Learning, Gamification, Web Development

Gamification of the citation.

The NAIT library staff wanted to create a fun and engaging way to teach students how to properly cite their sources. They wanted to create a game that would allow students to learn and practice their citation skills in a fun and engaging way.

Working with the library staff to understand their lesson and what they wanted the students to learn, we wanted to do more to make the content engaging. We decided to use gamification to make the content more fun and engaging. Having pacman gobble the citations in the correct order was a fun way to teach students how to properly build their citations.

It was great working with Craig. He was able to take our idea and turn it into a fun and engaging game. The students love it!

Carmen Reems, Library Manager

Having Craig take over our web development and improve on our existing CMS has been a game changer. We can now publish new episodes in minutes instead of hours.

madcowmedia

You’re in good company

  • Spins VLT Room & Bar
  • Olyan & Associates
  • madcowmedia
  • The Job Talk

Let’s work together!!

You can find me in person at:

  • Edmonton
    Wherever there’s good internet
    Alberta, Canada