Summary

Talented experience design specialist skilled in developing engaging Web 2.0 interfaces that utilize HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/jQuery technologies. Seeking uncommon challenges and unique projects that tap into my limitless enthusiasm for all things web.

Specialties

Front-end and prototype development for enterprise-level websites and applications using HTML 4.0, CSS, JavaScript/jQuery for integration with PHP, .Net, JSP, Flash and ActionScript3, Silverlight. Web development using Textmate. Design development using Photoshop and Illustrator. Wireframe development using Visio.

Roles and Resonsibilities

Senior Experience Design Specialist

  • Aquent LLC
  • May 2009 - Current
  • Created functional HTML templates for integration the .CMS platform.
  • Created Django templates for the ecommerce and customization platforms.
  • Integrated Google Analytics and Google Optimizer
  • Managed analytics campaigns
  • Drove lead generation by collaborating with marketing to create user-friendly, dynamic web campaigns.
  • Molecular, Inc.
  • March 2007 - February 2009
  • Performed as Primary Information Architect, responsible for requirements gathering, taxonomies, wire-framing, and usability testing.
  • Created Web 2.0 interfaces, utilizing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript technologies.
  • Managed teams of offshore developers to maximize engagement margins.
  • Helped develop and implement blog and wiki as a business tool.
  • Wrote expert site reviews for industry publications.
  • Provided thought leadership to clients and colleagues.
  • Worked with Data Analytics team to integrate Google Analytics code.

Senior Web Developer

  • Staples, Inc.
  • July 2005 - March 2007
  • Created functional HTML templates for integration with JSP coding.
  • Created and maintained external facing websites, e-zines, and microsites.
  • Implemented and maintained CSS styles as defined by corporate standards.
  • Created e-mail marketing campaigns using Staples email marketing tool.
  • Updated and maintained the Staples email marketing tool.
  • Drove lead generation by collaborating with marketing groups to create user-friendly, dynamic web content.
  • Integrated core metrics with Marketing microsites.

User Interface Designer

  • Freddie Mac
  • February 2004 - May 2005 - Contracted through Pragmatic Solutions, Inc.
  • Created functional HTML templates for integration with JSP coding.
  • Implemented and maintained CSS styles as defined by corporate standards.
  • Serviced as a liaison between the UI and Application development teams.
  • U.S. Postal Service
  • January 2004 - February 2004 - Contracted through Phi Consulting
  • Designed the graphic elements used in the interface.
  • Created and maintained HTML and CSS templates for dynamic content.
  • Updated and troubleshot JSP pages.

Web Design and Multimedia Specialist

  • New Target, Inc.
  • September 2003 - January 2004
  • Created working HTML and CSS templates from design comps.
  • Made routine updates to existing PHP and ASP sites, including copy and graphics.
  • Designed original websites using Photoshop, Illustrator, and Fireworks.
  • Systran, Inc.
  • February 2002 - May 2003
  • Designed, developed, and maintained corporate and training websites.
  • Created original illustrations for use in training materials and collateral.
  • Managed ISP contracts and coordinated IP changes and configurations.
  • Created corporate collateral materials, proposals, and sales presentations.
  • Consulted on internal development projects, providing network support, project best practices, and graphic standards and prototypes.
  • Administaff, Inc.
  • July 2000 - February 2002
  • Designed and maintained corporate websites.
  • Created corporate usability standards for all corporate websites.
  • Created and maintained graphics for websites and e-mail marketing campaigns.
  • Created e-mail marketing campaigns using Responsys Direct Marketing Software.
  • Drove lead generation by collaborating with e-marketing groups to create user-friendly, dynamic web content.
  • Created multimedia presentations for corporate conferences/exhibitions.
  • Assisted in publishing AdministaffĂ•s monthly online periodical.

Education

University of Houston - Houston, Texas
BA, Communications

University of Texas - Austin, Texas
Geology