Summary
Talented, innovative designer. Thorough, meticulous programmer. Excellent written & verbal communicator. Experienced problem-solver and entrepreneur. Seeking opportunity in web-based design, development, or hybrid role.
Skill Set
- Expert in XHTML, CSS, W3C Standards, cross-browser compatibility
- Experienced with WordPress, jQuery, PHP/MySQL, Ajax
- Knowledgeable in social media/online marketing
- Well-versed in Search Engine Optimization practices & techniques
- Skillful with Adobe Photoshop & Fireworks
Experience
StudentCity, Web Designer/Developer
Nov 07 – Present
- Create & maintain all web identity and presentation
- Design & code website, layout & graphics for new projects
- Redesign & update current company websites
- Manage “social media” through blog, Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, MySpace
TJK Web Design, Principal, Sole Proprietor
Jan 04 – Present
- Generate sales leads, write proposals to address client needs
- Design & code websites and graphics
- Implement CMS & publishing platforms
- Create new & edit existing themes/plugins
Hollis Interactive, Developer
Dec 06 – Sep 07
- Interned in winter of 2006-2007. Hired full-time in May 2007
- Design and develop client websites
- Create & maintain sites & databases through Content Management System
- Create custom modules in PHP to fit project scope
UMass Amherst, Student Web Designer/Developer
Mar 06 – Jun 06
- Work with Advancement Communication staff to promote UMass Amherst and communicate about the campus through the UMass homepage and other top-level sites
- Assist with ongoing site development and maintenance
- Use skills in PHP, JavaScript, HTML, and other methods as needed for creating sites that are both visually attractive and convey necessary content.
Education
- University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
- Bachelor of Arts, May 2007
- Communication major, Information Technology minor
Activities
- Founding Father, Charter Member, and former Publicity Chairman of Theta Mu Chapter of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity
- Founding Member, Pi Kappa Phi Theta Mu Chapter Alumni Association, The Theta Mu Foundation
- Marching Percussion Instructor, North Andover High School