Web Development and Design Experience

Web-based software knowledge includes:

phpmyadmin, a variety of CMS Systems both open-source and commercial, email tools, blog tools, MS-SQL Manager Lite, and other interfaces for entering and manipulating data via online services.

Programming knowledge includes HTML, PHP, Javascript, Actionscript 2.0, and XML.

Software experience with Adobe Creative Suite, QuarkXPress, Macromedia MX 2004 Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Premiere, and Final Cut to name a few.

Education Throughout the Years

Bachelor of Arts Degree - 2001                        University of Montana Missoula, MT
University Scholar                                    Major: English Literature - Minor:  Communications

Australian Backpacking Course 2001            National Outdoor Leadership School Lander, WY
Backpacking course (28 days) spent in Western Australia learning communication, leadership techniques, how to be an expedition team member, and how to manage groups safely and effectively in a semi-tropical environment.

Summer Intensive Program 2002                        Rocky Mountain School of Photography Missoula, MT
Summer Intensive Career Training (11 weeks) in photography that covered all aspects of photography covering black and white, color, outdoor and studio lighting, digital work, portraiture, close-ups, business and marketing, portfolio development and much more.  The program emphasized a balance between technical and aesthetic.

Photojournalism Workshop (7 days) focused on learning advanced photo techniques and how to prepare a portfolio for a career in photojournalism.

Associate of Arts Degree - 2007                        Art Institute of Portland Portland, OR
Emphasis: Graphic Design

Work Experience and Odd Jobs

May 2006 - Present                                    BHG Creative Portland, OR
Owner/Proprietor                                        (971) 235-2989
Codemaster & Creative Guru
BHG Creative is a full service web development company specializing in the creation of XHTML valid websites with pixel perfect attention paid to design and detail.  Founded in 2006 they have multiple clients that span a variety of focuses and expertises.

October 2006 - April 2007                        The Portland Trailblazers Portland, OR
Caitlin Volkmann, Supervisor                    (503) 797-9766
Web Marketing Intern
While working this unpaid season long internship I learned how to update and maintain a large NBA Website. My main duties included the updating and creation of content for trailblazers.com.  The pages that I updated were: schedule and stats, news photo gallery, player page, video news, and exclusive headlines.  Knowledge of XML, dynamic photo galleries, podcasts, rss lists, and mass email was also briefly taught during the internship.

October 2005 - February 2006                        WS Packaging Tualatin, OR
Rett Longmore, Supervisor                             (602) 708-0778
Plate Technician/Production Artist
Oversaw and managed the Label Art Division (orders were placed to our service via laberart.com) located at WS Packaging Portland.  Was responsible for many duties including job assembly, image-setting, plate making, and plate mounting for flexographic output on flexo machines.  Worked a full 40 hours per week from 9 p.m. until 5 a.m. in the morning so that orders placed by customers were filled and shipped the following day.  We specialized in 12 hour turnaround service.  Mastered usage of multiple RIP programs, color calibration software, Adobe Illustrator, and other FTP programs.  Technical knowledge of mechanical machines (image-setters, plate-makers, and washout machines) was also gained.

August 2004 - October 2005                                 Pro Photo Supply Portland, OR
Tom Huston, Sales Floor Manager                        (503) 241-1112
Sales Associate
Assisted customers with purchases of professional and consumer level camera equipment and digital imaging technology.  Gained working knowledge of color management and a greater knowledge of digital camera technology.  Performed duties such as stocking, phone orders, shipping questions, technical support, and general customer service.  Currently working 32 hours per week.

January 2004-Present                                    Timberline Tool Columbia Falls, MT
Jeanine Gauthier, Supervisor                         (406) 755-4258   
Sales Associate/ Photographer
Worked 40 hrs/ week January to present.  Achievements included sales and customer service, preparation of marketing materials and Power Point sales presentations, computer skills with a good working knowledge of MS Excel, Outlook, Word, Access, Quick Books, Power Point and Photoshop.  Provided marketing photography and documented outside sales calls to customers and industry trade shows.