To obtain a web and multimedia design position that allows me use my creative style to solve design challenges. Looking to work with motivated, creative and positive team members to create highly professional work that enhances the end user experience.
A.A.S. Degree in Visual Communications, Brown College, Mendota Heights, MN
Educational subscription with Lynda.com to expand knowledge and stay current with new web & design technologies.
Web Technologies
Advanced Skills: HTML/HTML 5, CSS/CSS3, Jquery, Flash Banners, HTML Email
Intermediate Skills: Mobile Development, PHP, Actionscript 3.0, Wordpress
Basic Skills: MySQL, XML, Javascript, SEO
Programs
Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Flash, QuarkXpress, icontact, Swiftpage, Ticket Leap, Google Analytics
International Fine Art Expositions, Bonita Springs, FL 10/09 – Present
Web designer responsible for upkeep of 8 company websites. Successfully worked with Creative Director to re-design and construct
2 of the 8 sites using up to date techniques. Converted 5 of the sites to HTML 5/CSS3 with mobile capabilities.
Integrated PHP and MYSQL to gather client information into a database vs. receiving information via email. Also used PHP to have information sent directly to corresponding fair lists within our icontact account.
Communicated with domestic and international exhibitors when in need of materials for web and print.
Constructed all html emails and email templates sent out by the company, as well as Flash and animated GIF banners.
Worked with third party companies for online ticket sales, email marketing and printing needs.
Responsible for learning new remote system used for electronic signage aboard Seafair.
Designed and managed production of fair catalogs, bags and fair guides.
Freelance Web Design 2/07 – Present
Designed and built multiple dynamic websites for clients utilizing current technologies and clean, easily navigated
user interfaces. Some examples include:
www.danceintheair.com -
Designed and constructed site from start to finish. Utilized Flash along with Actionscript 3.0 to develop site,
as well as PHP to communicate with email form.
www.mnmovement.com -
Worked closely with owner on design elements and built website HTML & CSS for site body and PHP for email forms.
www.system1us.com -
Worked with a designer to construct site for client using HTML, CSS and Flash.
Capitol Color Mail, Bonita Spings, FL 10/03 – 10/09
Production Manager responsible for national direct mail publication print deadlines. Worked directly with publishers and printer
Quad Graphics, to assure on time delivery of magazine files. Informed publishers if files were built incorrectly and walked their
designer through steps to correct problems. Also contributed to in-house design and production.
Musicland Group, Eden Prairie, MN 10/01 – 10/03
Graphic Designer for in-store signage of Media Play division. Worked with Creative Director to come up with creative solutions to
clean up the visual in-store environment. Also worked with a team to come up with visuals for a Sam Goody store geared towards
video games sales.
Supernatural Clothing Company, Edina, MN 2/00 – 10/01
Solo Graphic Designer for urban clothing company that marketed to skateboard culture. Designed t-shirt illustrations, catalogs and
advertisements. Communicated with employees in Honduras concerning screen printing and graphics. Contributed to garment
presentation graphics used in relationship with Polaris Industries.