THINK INTERACTIVE, ATLANTA, GEORGIA, 2007 - Present

Developer

Directed and coordinated production of pixel perfect, cross-browser, cross-platform, Web Standards compliant renditions of interface mockups. Managed and conducted code reviews for contract developers. Developed complex animation and interaction scripts using JavaScript frameworks. Utilized hand-drawn and procedural animation skills in game development. Hand-coded HTML templates for email campaigns.

Key Achievements:

• Received "THE WEB MARKETING ASSOCIATION 2009 WEBAWARD For Outstanding Achievement in Web Development" for Orkin.com.
• Led Front-end development efforts for numerous Fortune 500 company websites.
• Created Flash based shooting gallery game for company holiday card.

EARTHLINK, ATLANTA, GEORGIA, 1998 - 2007

Senior Markup Engineer (2000-2007)

Developed graphic designs into Web Standards compliant renditions of interface mockups. Accountable for integrating coded pages with project back-end; merge dynamic content into final product interface. Collaborated with geographically dispersed product teams to meet all project requirements. Established best practices for interface coding activities. Actively participated in project planning meetings; offered recommendations regarding appropriate development tools, techniques, and processes. Built visual and/or working prototypes of features for Product and Project management review. Served as mentor; assisted colleagues with resolving complex technical issues.

Key Achievements:

• Spearheaded initiatives to adopt Web Standards compliant coding practices for all customer-facing Web sites; successfully decreased product-operating costs and delivered near zero-defect products.
• Played a key role in the advancement of the Client Application Development department by establishing and maintaining unsurpassed quality for all deliverables.
• Led research efforts for front-end framework adoption in an effort to optimize departmental efficiencies.
• Developed client and Web-based applications in order to enhance the customer experience.
• Delivered a comprehensive training session entitled 'Intro to CSS,' to Interface Design department; familiarized graphic designers with advantages and limitations of using Cascading Style Sheets.

Web Designer (1998-2000)

Successfully translated client concepts into concrete Web design, ensuring final product met requirements. Created design theme and graphics for Web sites based on specific client needs and target audience. Built out graphic designs into cross-browser, cross-platform front-end code. Followed up with clients to ensure overall effectiveness of final product after delivery.

Key Achievements:

• Designed and maintained sites for several prominent Atlanta-area businesses, including The Fox Theater, Zoo Atlanta, Callaway Gardens, Turner Broadcasting, and Jezebel Magazine.
• Recognized for outstanding contributions; progressed to Markup Engineer position following merger of Mindspring and Earthlink.

MUTAGEN VISUALS, ATLANTA, GEORGIA, 1999 - 2002

VJ/ Producer

Conducted live video mixing at various club events and concerts; incorporated live video feeds, pre-rendered graphics, video loops, and effects. Interacted with customers to determine individual needs; produced video and/or graphical content based on requirements.

Key Achievements:

• Worked with numerous internationally known artists including Soundtribe Sector 9, Man or Astroman, Arrested Development, LTJ Bukem, Mark Farina, and DJ Spooky.

FREELANCE WEB DESIGN, ATLANTA, GEORGIA, 2000 - Present

Web Designer

Design and develop Web sites on a contractual basis for diverse clientele. Communicate extensively with clients to define specific requirements and target audience; refine and translate goals into attractive, working sites. Manage various administrative tasks including record keeping, financial management, and contract development.

Key Achievements:

• Produced designs that were attractive to target users, had a logical navigation system, and contained all required features; optimized graphics for Web balancing image quality and file size.
• Consistently delivered high-quality Web design projects within established timelines, which facilitated overall client satisfaction, thereby resulting in ongoing referrals.

UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Athens, Georgia 1995-1997

Computer Science Major

KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY, Kennesaw, Georgia 1993-1995

Core Academics

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• 360 Flex Atlanta 2008 Conference
• WebBuilder 2.0 2006 Conference
• Web Design World 2005 Conference
• Object Oriented Programming - Kennesaw State University Continuing Education
• Intro to Perl - Georgia Tech Continuing Education