SUMMARY
- Designer/web developer with 12 years of professional experience serving a diverse array of industries
- A well-rounded technical skill set supporting a strong visual sensibility
- Dedication to standards-compliant web development with cross-browser compatibility
- Highly organized project manager with strong written and verbal communication skills
SKILLS
- Advanced XHTML/CSS
- PHP, MySQL, Javascript, Flash, XML
- Other web-related skills: Content Management Systems (Drupal, Joomla), content development/information architecture, database development, RSS syndication, XML, e-commerce, email marketing, writing/editing, experience with Linux/Apache server administration
- Expert-level Photoshop skills (image manipulation, photo retouching, compositing, masking, etc.)
- Typography for web and print
- Design software: Adobe Creative Suite 3 (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks, Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Flash), Quark Xpress
- Office productivity software: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Powerpoint, MS Project, Filemaker Pro, Visio
- Audio/Video software: Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, ProTools, Audacity
EDUCATION
B.S. in Studio Art, 1995
Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Lead Web Designer
JBA Network/Blue House Design, Asheville, NC
(January 2008 - present)
In my current position, I am responsible for the design and development of client web sites, production of HTML templates for email marketing campaigns, and design and CSS development for numerous in-house web sites. In addition to my design and production activities, I am also responsible for consulting with clients to determine their functional requirements and business goals with regard to their web and email projects.
Freelance Web Designer/Consultant
(2001 - present)
Providing creative and technical consultation services to a variety of clients, with a particular emphasis on the arts. Services include web site design and development, email marketing, print design, content development, and e-commerce implementation. Clients have included Gregory Lind Gallery (San Francisco, CA); Sterling Art Services (San Francisco, CA); Harrington Arts (San Francisco, CA); McGraw-Hill Higher Education (San Francisco, CA); Don Soker Contemporary Art (San Francisco, CA); Mill's College School of Art (Oakland, CA); Oakland Museum of California (Oakland, CA); San Francisco AIDS Foundation; Cube Creative (Asheville, NC); Integritive Web Design (Asheville, NC).
Graphic Designer/Webmaster
Svendsen's Marine, Alameda, CA
(2002 - 2007)
Responsible for the creation of web marketing assets, print advertisements and marketing collateral for a large marine services company. Redesigned company web sites for improved usability and increased online sales. Managed placement of print advertising in local and national publications. Developed a consistent visual identity throughout all marketing materials and communications. Developed sales tools and resources that increased sales and improved relationships with customers.
Creative Services Manager
DigitalThink, San Francisco, CA
(1998 - 2002)
Managed a team of web and print designers within the Marketing department of a company providing e-learning products and services. Oversaw the design and production of corporate web site and intranet. Provided creative direction on web and print marketing materials targeting prospective Fortune 1000 customers. Worked with executives to develop presentations for investors, Board of Directors, and staff.
Graphic Designer/Production Artist
Vivid Design & Communications, Tallahassee, FL
(1996 - 1998)
Collaborated with creative director on print, web, broadcast and environmental design projects for local and regional clients.