Resume

Career Goal

My long term career goal is to work on a team in a creative environment where learning and innovating are encouraged. Developing design and functionality through creative thinking is a great source of inspiration in my work and personal life.

Skillsets and Experience

Canopy Interactive

Owner / Founder
Nelson, BC, Canada
January 2008 -> Current Date

  • Working with the collaborative Canopy Interactive has been a great opportunity to work on a diversity of projects both large and small within the environmental and non-profit industries. We have launched a new website to represent our collaborative, for more information please visit www.CanopyInteractive.com

Simon de la Salle – A Multimedia Company

Owner / Founder
Nelson, BC, Canada
November 2005 -> Current Date

  • A collaborative design firm was founded and registered in Nelson, British Columbia, Canada. We provide design and multimedia services to an international client base.
  • Developing project from the initial design phase all the way through to implementation, working with designers and flash programmers to complete a variety of high caliber projects.
  • Project management and coordinating the delegation and quality control of work completed.
  • Developing several in house database applications to compliment our E-commerce and project management software services.

Freelance Contracting

Project Manager / Art Director / Web Developer / Graphic Designer
Nelson, BC, Canada
June 2004 -> November 2005

  • Freelance contracting with companies in Sydney, Melbourne, and Vancouver.
  • Developing project from the initial design phase all the way through to implementation.
  • Managing multiple clients and projects concurrently.

Sustainable Energy Authority Victoria

Web Coordinator / Project Manager
Melbourne, Australia
January 2004 -> June 2004

Below is a breakdown of skill-sets and expertise utilized in my role of Project Manager / Web Coordinator at the Sustainable Energy Authority.

Graphic Artist / Web Developer

  • Creating and implementing visual designs, print and intranet projects, and SEAV publications through web based presentations, sites and systems.
  • Coordinating with project managers and functional leaders to brainstorm the aesthetic representation of SEAV branding and style on the web.
  • As SEAV is a government organization following strict style and technical guides was a necessary responsibility.
  • Ensuring that sites and new projects are technically sound as well as updating the usability and functionality of existing systems.
  • Design of interfaces using Dreamweaver MX, Photoshop, Image Ready, Fireworks, Illustrator and Freehand.
  • Integration of designs into HTML, DHTML, CSS, and desktop publishing formats.

Project Manager / Art Director

  • Experience with analysis and development of identity branding
  • Managing multiple projects concurrently
  • Acting as liaison between the contracted developers and the internal design team
  • Organizing and delegating tasks as a project team leader
  • Proofing developed work to ensure that all aesthetics and formatting are congruent with SEAV branding.
  • Developing proposals, project plans, and documenting work completed ensure that initiatives developed at SEAV are delivered in a thorough and organized fashion.
  • Reconstructing the website strategy based on research of audience groups and key stakeholders.
  • Providing technical and creative expertise in team meetings to ensure the business goals and direction of the organization are reflected in the publishing of new electronic media.
  • Acting as a liaison between the contracted developers and the internal design team.

Database Developer / Web Applications

  • Using ASP, VB, SQL and Access to online applications and dynamic systems for industry partners, government bodies, and the general public. (i.e. government rebate system)
  • Using Dreamweaver MX to develop dynamic systems.
  • Delivering internal tools and resources. ( i.e. content management systems for the website)
  • Experience working with Microsoft Windows and Linux servers.
  • HTML coding and debugging using text editors and site development tools.
  • HTML code for cross platform and multiple browser versions. (W3C standards)
  • Developing internal content management systems.

Statistical Analyst

  • Using Maximine to track the effectiveness of recent initiatives, and provide feedback to project managers and functional leaders.
  • Mapping the existing systems using statistical software.
  • Tracking large audience groups by analyzing log file data.
  • Planning and documenting search engine campaigns.
  • Ensuring that all of the web systems accessible by search engines are optimized for keyword density and “Pagerank”.

Eramana Designs

Graphic Design / Web Development
Hobart, Australia
December 2003 -> February 2004

  • Freelance contracting with Peter Jerrim of Eramana designs
  • Graphic concepts and photography
  • Developing web branding

Sage Internet Group Ltd.

Project Manager / Lead Designer
Victoria, BC, Canada
October 2001 -> September 2003

  • Worked as Lead Designer / Project Manager, managing a client base and coordinating projects within a team environment.
  • Designed and implemented numerous web systems.
  • Assessed needs, wrote proposals, and explored new ideas with existing clients.
  • Worked directly with clients to brainstorm and develop company branding.
  • Managing search engine campaigns and developing search engine strategies.
  • Acted as a liaison between the clients and the design team and ensured quality and progress of projects.
  • Working with Microsoft Windows and Linux servers.
  • HTML coding and debugging using text editors and site development tools.
  • Built and developed numerous content management systems.
  • Developed web content and graphics using Dreamweaver MX suite, Photoshop, and HTML editors.
  • Integrated flash with HTML and dynamic layouts and websites.
  • Created Actionscript controlled animations and interfaces.

Focus Internet Solutions

Graphic Designer / Web Developer
Victoria, BC, Canada
Fall 2000 -> Winter 2001

  • Worked with Focus Internet Solutions as a graphic designer for over 16 months.
  • Creative design and the implementation of those designs on the web.
  • Experience assessing needs, writing proposals, and exploring new ideas with existing clients
  • Working directly with clients to brainstorm and develop company branding
  • Developing search engine campaigns and promotional content
  • Acting as liaison with clients and ensuring quality and progress of projects
  • Experience developing ASP, VB, SQL and Access applications
  • Developing web content and graphics using Dreamweaver MX suite, Photoshop, and HTML editors
  • Integration flash with HTML and dynamic layouts
  • Creation of Actionscript controlled animations and interfaces
  • Integrating Flash with HTML web sites

B.C. Grizzly Internet

Web Designer / Technical Liaison
Vernon, BC, Canada
Fall 1999 -> Summer 2000

  • Coordinated the technical setups of domain spaces and POP accounts
  • Organized web design contracts and proposals with clients
  • Designed and developed web sites

Freelance Contractor

Web Development / Graphic Design
Vernon, BC, Canada
Spring 1999 -> Fall 1999

  • Worked with the “Response Group” to develop web systems and solutions
  • Provided technical and aesthetic consultation to web clients
  • Designed and implemented online marketing campaigns
  • Created and implemented numerous websites
  • Working on numerous projects as a self directed freelance contractor
  • Developing projects from start to finish on budget and on schedule
  • Working with client directly to develop company branding

Training:

On the job training:

With over 8 years PRODUCTION experience, I have undergone countless training sessions, tutorials, seminars, and conferences, provided by my employers.

Educational Qualifications:

In Canada, I pursued multimedia design and development at the University of Victoria attaining a diploma and my certification for Macromedia standard web development and design.

Certifications:

  • W3C certification
  • Flash 5.0 basic and advanced certificates
  • Actionscript 5.0 basic and advanced certificates

References

Reference contact details or hard copy reference documents provided upon request

Leica Nelson
Owner – Kootenay Web Weaver

Tony Gower
Owner – Gower Communications

Kenton Starko
Owner – Advanced Simulation

Peter Munivrana
Project Manager – SEAV

Felicity Kaye
Hugo Consulting Personnel

Dorothy Coe
Owner – Web and Print Design