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::: objective :::

To contribute to the growth and success of a lively and dynamic entertainment-oriented company by using my Web and Flash design skills, in a position as a front-end Web/Flash designer, to build Web sites that work. I also hope to gain experience in working on e-commerce and database-driven Web sites.

 
::: summary of qualifications :::
  • Eight (8) years experience consulting, producing, designing, and executing Web-based solutions for entertainment industry clients
  • Proficient on both Mac and PC
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills
  • Responsible, reliable, professional, creative, and passionate about music, film, and television


::: employment history :::

March 2008 - present
Creation Entertainment (Glendale, CA)
Volunteer

July 2004 - present
L.A. Design Girl (Los Angeles, CA)
Owner/Interactive Media Designer

 

::: relevant skills :::

CREATIVE

  • Laid out Web pages with an eye toward user-centered navigation and site structure
  • Chose appropriate colors, fonts, and typefaces for each concept
  • Designed Web-specific, optimized graphics for all Web projects
  • Created new logo for April & Mimi Enterprises
  • See samples and case studies on my Portfolio page.

TECHNICAL

  • Web design & production (Dreamweaver, HTML, Flash, CSS)
  • Information architecture
  • Graphic design (Photoshop, Illustrator)
  • Programming (JavaScript, PHP, ActionScript)
  • Video editing (AfterEffects, Premiere)
  • DVD menu design

ENTREPRENEURIAL

  • Presented strong, professional branded presence that resonated with target customers
  • Managed all aspects of client accounts, from initial consultation to final deliverables
  • Leveraged the Internet for maximum marketing and networking efficiency on a small budget
  • Collaborated extensively with clients during the design process through questionnaires, surveys, and presentations

 
::: education :::

2001 - 2004
The Art Institute of California/Los Angeles (Santa Monica, CA)
Bachelor of Science, Interactive Media Design
Honors graduate - 3.8 GPA

1996 - 1998
New York University (New York, NY)
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
3.4 GPA

 
::: awards & achievements :::
  • Finalist - Pacific Northwest Writers Association 2008 Literary Contest
  • President's List, Dean's List, Honors List, and Best of Quarter honoree - The Art Institute of California/Los Angeles

 
::: references :::

Available upon request

 
 

 

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