Adam Wills
About Adam Wills
Adam Wills is a QA Tester with four years of experience at 15gifts in Brighton and Hove, England. He has a background in media technology and has held various roles in retail and management prior to his current position.
Current Role at 15gifts
Adam Wills has been employed as a QA Tester at 15gifts since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for planning, executing, and performing testing across product development and business-as-usual work streams. He contributes to the automation systems by providing input and learning to run and amend automated testing scripts. His work is essential for ensuring the quality and functionality of products before they are released.
Previous Experience in Retail and Management
Prior to his current position, Adam worked at HMV Retail Ltd as a Seasonal Sales Associate for two months in 2010. He also served as a Duty Manager at Picturehouse Cinemas Ltd from 2012 to 2020, where he gained valuable experience in management and customer service over eight years. Additionally, he worked as a Bar Supervisor at River Dart Country Park for three months in 2008.
Educational Background in Media Technology
Adam Wills studied at Staffordshire University from 2008 to 2012, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Media Technology: Film. This educational background provided him with foundational knowledge and skills that are applicable in his current role in quality assurance.
Contributions to Quality Assurance Processes
In his capacity as a QA Tester, Adam plays a key role in providing early input on upcoming tasks, drawing from both expert and end-user perspectives. He assists in the estimation and identification of potential issues and test cases. Furthermore, he is involved in the setup and implementation of regression tests, which are run throughout the Sprint and Release processes to identify any issues.
Knowledge Sharing and Team Collaboration
Adam acts as a knowledge source for others within the QA team, sharing his expertise and insights. His collaborative approach enhances the team's overall effectiveness and contributes to a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.