My career with computer technology spans eighteen years during which time I have shifted my focus from hardware design to web and graphics design. Use the menu below to view examples of my work.
I continually strive to expand my creative ability and knowledge by experimentation. My CSS skills are strong and I continue to develop them. I've written applications in JavaScript, ASP and also dabbled in PHP. |
CSI is a multimillion-dollar business-to-business product manufacturer specializing in audio/video and fiber optics. The focus of the web presences is on servicing the needs of dealers and resellers.
Software Used: Dreamweaver, Flash, Photoshop, ImageReady, InDesign, PageMaker, Quark, Windows, OS X
Skills: HTML, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, ASP
Reduced annual tradeshow expenses by $50,000 by resourcing and redesigning the tradeshow booth.
Saved the company $10,000+ by moving all publishing in-house and finding new sources for printed output. Gained additional experience in pre-press work.
Recreated most of the existing website incorporating CSS, Flash, JavaScript and all new graphics.
Created a new website for the Scan Do HD product line.
Used ASP to create a password-protected dealer section for the company.
Created a secured online RMA form that allows customers to submit credit card information.
Created a JavaScript app to simplify and error check the process of product configuration.
Created product logo and entire brochure for a new product line, mastering my first 6-color piece.
Solved conversion problems such as placing AutoCAD output into publishing programs.
Saved the company $10,000+ by moving all publishing in-house and finding new sources for printed output. Gained additional experience in pre-press work.
Detailed Flash animations diagramming the flow of audio/video signals in and out of our products.
Created animations showing usage of some of our products for trade shows
Designed and arranged output of the company product guides over the last four years. Responsible for all aspects of these, including covers, graphics, layout and pre-press work.
Company product guide in CD version. Designed the covers, labels and handled duplication needs.
Large trade show signs were often needed and I was responsible for creation and output.
Special Recognition:
Received CSI “Way to Go! Award” for my dedication and commitment to the betterment of the company.
Performance reviews consistently mention dedication, commitment, ability to meet tough deadlines, ability to find and learn new methods of accomplishing goals, ideas, etc.
During my free time I continue to seek improvement and expansion of my web and graphics based skills. Most of these can be seen on my personal site listed in the header.
Created sites traditionally and experiment with new methods and color combinations
Created 5+ sites using a CMS as the base which allowed for high flexibility and fast setup
Learned "Web Scraping" and successfully captured 17,000 records.
Experimented with a multitude of JavaScript and Ajax extensions
Modified CSS and code to blend various photo albums and offsite relevant plug-ins to match host site
Created dozens of logos, site graphics and other images such as CD covers
Designed many top-rated enhancements for the Windows interface from the ground up
Photo editing to remove unwanted objects and/or add new objects
My primary experience with A/V editing is on the Mac platform, creating music videos and DVDs.
I have modified and built many PCs and worked with Macs
Experience with networking PC, Mac and Network Attach Storage
dClients included:
Desktop publishing, presentation and web design services, training, software, and support.
Provided hardware, software, training, and support.
Provided hardware, software, training, and support for 12+ computer systems.
Hardware and support. Acquisition, installation and maintenance of 125 computers.
Prior: US Army Ranger, 82nd Airborne Division, Ft. Bragg N.C.