"Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it."

Salvador Dali

Summary of Qualifications

  • Experienced at designing and coding websites meeting W3C standards
  • Extensive knowledge of HTML and CSS; familiar and capable of working with Javascript and PHP
  • Skilled at troubleshooting and debugging code, and testing for cross-browser compatiibility
  • Dedicated to writing clean, adaptable code, taking into consideration future changes
  • Knowledgeable in commercial and fine art printing standards and practices

Software and Computer Skills

  • Proficient in the use of Adobe Photoshop, Acrobat, Illustrator, InDesign and Dreamweaver
  • Experienced with video editing using Final Cut Pro
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and their functions
  • Familiar with FTP and SCP software through active use
  • Extensive knowledge of Mac OS X and Windows 2000/XP/Vista operating systems

Design Skills

  • Web Sites: design, construction, updating and maintenance
  • Business identities: logos, letterheads, envelopes, business cards and signage
  • Print Design: brochures, newsletters, posters and advertising

Work Experience

The Lones Group, Inc., June 2009 - Present

Design Support
  • Assist in designing and building marketing materials for Realtors
  • Gradually assuming a key role in the design and construction of client websites

Amberfly Studio, June 2008 - June 2009

Owner, Web Designer
  • Meet with clients for the purpose of building business relationships
  • Design, build, and maintain Web sites for clients’ personal or business use

Whatcom Community College, October 2007 - June 2009

Graphics Lab Tech/Assistant
  • Maintain and troubleshoot lab computers running Mac OS X
  • Attend to needs of students with computer and software problems

 

Education

Associate in Arts in Visual Communications, (June 2009)

Whatcom Community College, Bellingham, WA
  • Graphic Design
  • Web / Interactive Media