Summary of Positions:
- Web/Technology Designer with Flash AS2, AS3 programmer, Flash Video and Streaming Media Developer, User Interface Design, Product Design, Graphics Designer, Broadcast, Cable Television and Interactive Television Design.
- Computer Programmer IV/Web Developer with HTML, XHTML, CSS, Flash with AS2 and AS3 programming, XML, basic JavaScripting. I am trying to consistently add to my current capabilities and become more proficient in JavaScript, Flex, Air, Web 2.0 tech, JavaBeans, AJAX, DOM scripting, Data Logic and Data manipulation. I am 508 and WAI design friendly. Plateau Learning management system trained, course loading, implementing SCORM compliance, bookmarking, learning history completion and certificate creation, XML manifest files, curricula, and performance management, and other modules. Full reporting and script creation for customized results, dashboards, etc.
- Visual Communications Specialist focused on integrating non-traditional, traditional, and social media into compelling marketing strategies, Designs and Creates the supporting print deliverables with Adobe InDesign, i.e. logos, advertisements, web graphics, banners, Posters, brochures, and DVD covers including training materials. Abilities in 3Ds Max modeling, Modo 302, Mudbox, zBrush modeling, Zaxwerks ProAnimator broadcast animations and After Effects projects.
- Senior Communications and Marketing Specialist and/or Analyst with more than fifteen years of experience dedicated to in technology, Internet, multimedia, television, video and film production, computer and networking companies.
- Producer/Developer of Online Training using Flash, Adobe Captivate, Video Production Specialist, Producer and Cameraman. Green screen work, owns full production team gear for location and studio productions, editing systems, with set/field lighting and set design.
- Director of Technology, setup, maintenance and troubleshooting of PC installations, Non-linear editing systems (AVID, ADOBE, FCPRO), equipment repair, software intallations and broadcast installations.
EDUCATION
2009 Masters Certificate in Visual Communications (VCMC), Johns Hopkins University, Columbia, Md Campus: In order to stay on top of this fast paced and ever changing industry, I decided to go back to school and get a Masters in Visual Communications. This program consists of four individual certificates in a program built around four areas of study. First, the certificate was in Graphic Design. This certificate covered Typography, Color, Layout, Digital Photography and Branding while learning the intricacies of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign software programs. Print layouts for brochures, flyers, posters, DVD covers were all performed. Second, was a master certificate in Web Design, Usability, HTML, XHTML, CSS design and coding, procifient use of Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Flash Pro with ActionScript 2.0 and 3.0, Flash Video, and Flash Mobile. We expanded our use of Photoshop for web design layout, slicing, and graphic creation and preparation for the web and interactive design and presentation. The Third master certificate was in 3D Animation, texturing, materials, Photoshop for 3D and the proficient use of Autodesk's 3ds Max Animation software. Here we learned modeling creating examples of human figures in games, robotic movement scenes with animation, space animations with ships and base stations. We learned about skins, materials, creative customization along with a strong coverage of the basics and interface functionality. The Fourth master certificate was in Video and Film Production techniques, Scripting, Non-Linear editing techniques, creating and encoding motion graphic effects using Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro. We also continued expanding the uses for Photoshop and Illustrator for graphics in film, tv and web media.
Combined with my ten plus years in of business experience in the media, marketing and technology industries, I bring a productive, insightful, and cutting edge addition to any project or company looking toward progress and success in the years ahead.
BA., Communications-Organizational Behavior with a minor in Radio/Television, University of Montana, Missoula. I really enjoyed this environment with small classes and great teachers who cared about your individual success.
INTERNSHIPS
Internship with Cable News Network (CNN), Washington, D. C. Bureau. This program required you to perform just like any employee. I was promoted to training all new interns entering the following year in the four program production areas: Live on-air cameras and on-air interviews, content writing, editing, research and teleprompter, Assignment desk, remote satellite trucks and "stake outs" and finally managing video assets in the main CNN footage computer library. While at the Cable News Network (CNN) in the Washington, D.C. Bureau worked with programs like Evans and Novak, Larry King, and top personalities like Bernard Shaw, Gene Randall, and many others. I ran countless live cameras on-air in the studio and on-air with the guest interviews, traveled with stake-out crews trying to capture glimpses of Mikhail Gorbachev and other DC "events" like the Iran-Contra hearings under Ronald Reagan involving Oliver North and Admiral Poindexter. A Capitol Concern clip.
Internship with Spiker Communications, Missoula, Montana. This agencys CEO, Wes Spiker came from the West coast Young and Rubican Advertising Agency. His experience, passion, attention to detail, and the high pressure environment really help challenge me and build my confidences in my abilities. I learned so many things about the advertising industry and produced my first television advertising commercials for an office products company, named Wyckmans Office Products. See tv spot here. (coming soon)
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
Network+ Technician CompTIA program, University of Montana, Missoula and the INET+ InterNetwork CompTIA training program, University of Montana, Missoula. Java Programming for Non-Programmers, University of Montana, Missoula. Certified Streaming and Encoding Technician Program at Streaming Solutions, Inc. , Great Falls, Montana. Missoula In order
LICENSING
Licensed Realtor in State of Maryland, Long and Foster Institute. Licensed in 2007 and 2008 in the Potomac Village office. More of a hobby so I would be more educated in the markets and business of real estate for my job at Vivum and for the property I purchased to remodel and live in.
Jobs from Resume section:
(SDSE, LLC) Smart Data Solutions. LLC., Computer Programmer IV/Sr. Web Developer on contract with The Department of Energy (DOE) in Washington, D.C. (current position)
- working with with HTML, XHTML, CSS, Flash with AS2 and AS3 programming, XML, basic JavaScripting. I am trying to consistently add to my current capabilities and become more proficient in JavaScript, Flex, Air, Web 2.0 tech, JavaBeans, AJAX, DOM scripting, Data Logic and Data manipulation. I am 508 and WAI design friendly. Plateau Learning management system trained, course loading, implementing SCORM compliance, bookmarking, learning history completion and certificate creation, XML manifest files, curricula, and performance management, and other modules. Full reporting and script creation for customized results, dashboards, etc.
- responsible for developing and implementing the Business Marketing Plan and the Communications Plan, documentation and schedules.
- Redesign of the projects OLC2 Online learning support website, and Intranet site with the corporate Intranet site: User interface, menus, navigation, links and pages while still maintaining corporate look and government 508 guidelines and restrictions.
- Detailed knowledge of web design and some development knowledge with proficiency in Dreamweaver, HTML, XHTML, and CSS and some JavaScript knowledge.
- Ability to be creative and come up with unique ideas on how to present a product to the client.
- Proficient use of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Flash, and InDesign in producing the materials.
- Responsible for developing a complete campaign to present a product to the client and get buy in from the client. ideas and concepts on how to sell a product came easily to the individual assuming this this role.
- Ability to work independently and also as a member of a team working on different areas within the scope of the project.
(DST) Data Solutions and Technology, Inc., Computer Programmer IV/Sr. Web Developer finished contract at The Department of Energy (DOE) in Washington, D.C.
- working with with HTML, XHTML, CSS, Flash with AS2 and AS3 programming, XML, basic JavaScripting. I am trying to consistently add to my current capabilities and become more proficient in JavaScript, Flex, Air, Web 2.0 tech, JavaBeans, AJAX, DOM scripting, Data Logic and Data manipulation. I am 508 and WAI design friendly. Plateau Learning management system trained, course loading, implementing SCORM compliance, bookmarking, learning history completion and certificate creation, XML manifest files, curricula, and performance management, and other modules. Full reporting and script creation for customized results, dashboards, etc.
- responsible for developing and implementing the Business Marketing Plan and the Communications Plan, documentation and schedules.
- Redesign of the projects OLC2 Online learning support website, and Intranet site with the corporate Intranet site: User interface, menus, navigation, links and pages while still maintaining corporate look and government 508 guidelines and restrictions.
- Detailed knowledge of web design and some development knowledge with proficiency in Dreamweaver, HTML, XHTML, and CSS and some JavaScript knowledge.
- Ability to be creative and come up with unique ideas on how to present a product to the client.
- Proficient use of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Flash, and InDesign in producing the materials.
- Responsible for developing a complete campaign to present a product to the client and get buy in from the client. ideas and concepts on how to sell a product came easily to the individual assuming this this role.
- Ability to work independently and also as a member of a team working on different areas within the scope of the project.
MindSeeker, LLC., Senior Communicatons and Marketing Specialist finished contract for PBGC or Pension Benefits Guaranty Corporation. PBGC is a federal corporation created by the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974. I was a Mindseeker contractor working as a subcontractor for Keane Federal Systems working on a project at PBGC, Pension Benefits Guaranty Corporations in Records Management. Our groups goal was to design and implement online training to all of PBGC staff of over 5,000 employees.
- responsible for developing and implementing the Business Marketing Plan and the Communications Plan, documentation and schedules.
- Redesign of the projects Intranet site with the corporate Intranet site: User interface, menus, navigation, links and pages while still maintaining corporate look and government 508 guidelines and restrictions.
- Detailed knowledge of web design and some development knowledge with proficiency in Dreamweaver, HTML, XHTML, and CSS and some JavaScript knowledge.
- Ability to be creative and come up with unique ideas on how to present a product to the client.
- Proficient use of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Flash, and InDesign in producing the materials and goals outlined within the Marketing and Communications plans.
- Responsible for developing a complete campaign to present a product to the client and get buy in from the client. ideas and concepts on how to sell a product came easily to the individual assuming this this role.
- Ability to work independently and also as a member of a team working on different areas within the scope of the project.
- Able to meet deadlines and capable of accelerating work schedules to meet the needs and deadlines of the client.
- Created the marketing products i.e. logos, graphics, mascot, poster, advertisements, PC splash screens, elevator TV advertisments, and print advertising materials.
Vivum Group, LLC., Director of Marketing and Media. Vivum is an independent real estate management and financial software solutions company with clients in the United States and Europe. Vivum helps commercial real estate businesses and their leaders address their greatest challenges by giving them the tools that allow them to have the information they need to make the right decisions. Their solutions make lasting and substantial improvements to performance and the commercial property portfolios. I was responsible for:
- marketing analysis and research in regard to the marketplace, competitors, and financial property software solutions. Ability to understand software immediately and on the fly.
- producing, editing, and publishing DVD and Web corporate video productions, and testimonials.
- Web Developer responsible for revamp of website using Flash and new technologies.
- Created animation for corporate logo for video and the web.
- Produced sixteen interactive software training demonstrations providing examples of different software processes for our largest client (Fortune 100) in the UK using Adobe Captivate software.
- Produced voice-over audio and (NLE) edited each promo.
- Prepared interactive media demos for corporate website in html, flash format with skins for web playback and to prevent downloading.
Starbird Associates, LLC., Missoula, MT. Sales Manager/Business Development for a Montana company specializing in IT Outsourcing, Data Centers, Business Development and Education Foundation projects. Responsiblefor developing relationships, sales, and training as the exclusive Value Added Reseller (VAR) for Contineo Technologies, Inc. in Montana concentrating in the banking and medical fields. The work included sales and training with Cisco and other products in connection with firewalls, network management, security and intrusion detection services, managed network security software, and digital delivery systems. Managed the sales and business development with Contineo VAR in Montana. Developed clientele and managed projects for growth companies with regard to IT.
- Developed VAR relationship with Contineo Technologies, identified prospects and customers.
- Trained in consulting and technical sales with Cisco products, Vigilante Security Software, Medical practice management software systems and medical records systems like NEXTGEN.
- Received and advised clients on the understanding of HIPPAA laws, regulations, and best practices.
- Assisted the president of the company in business development and piot projects.
- Developed media delivery systems with media asset management and networking security.
- Responsible for developing technology partners to work with various pilot projects/proposals.
- Responsible for assisting in data center and ISP development project for rural telco group.
eLocal, Inc., Missoula, Montana. Vice President of Broadband Media/iTV Distribution Specialist. Global Platform for connecting local information and then redistributing the information in various information packages to a variety of information industries like the Web, Search, Interactive Television, Mobile device networks and other new emerging technologies.
- Indentified and developed relationships with initial clients in satellite, cable, telecommunications, and broadcast industries, including MetaTV, Microsoft, AT&T, COX, and Comcast.
- Researched and indentified media strategies, performed sales of content and services. Negotiated broadcast and distribution agreements of up to $100,000 each.
- Coordinated comapany's movement to forefront of interactive television, securing seven trial placements on cable television systems with AT&T, COX, Comcast, and Motorola.
- Presented and represented company at conferences and other industry events, to develop potential relationships and increase name recognition/branding.
- Web Designer/Developer woh worked closely with clients to determine technical requirements, develop sales agreements, and provide technical media consulting.
- Web Designer/Developer as Project lead on User Interfaces and client products. W3C compliance standards followed to ensure maximum audience reach.
- Flash Designerr for media presentations, promotions, and banner ads.
- Responsible for indentifying value-added reseller relationships in media and e-commerce areas.
- Designed, built and configureda state of the art multimedia production studio with a blue screen stage and set lighting for daily live production, also for use internally, commercially and with simultaneous live web streaming technologies including Satellite link-capabilities and multicasting compliance for channel expansion.
Polar Bear Productions, Inc., Whitefish and Missoula, Montana. President, Production Project Manager/Producer, and Technology Director. Polar Bear Productions, Inc. is a unique production company specializing in Corporate, Recreation, Sports, Lifestyle and Sports Action production
- Created eleven sport actions movies/videos for worldwide distribution in 24 countries.
- Successfully created and sold off brands and product lines.
- Full production company and television network facility airing to in 110,350 cable television households (300,000Viewers) and 95% of all hotel rooms.
TBA ... under the hood:
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