Summary
The field of web design has changed drastically over the past five years and will most likely change drastically as we move into the future. As a GUI designer I feel it is as important to keep up on current trends as it is to always be progressivly enhancing one's technical and design skills.
I have experienced many different aspects of web design, from building entire static websites by hand to seeing UI components for large, high-traffic websites through all steps of completion. I have worked directly with web developers and project managers to bring UI components to life and have also worked with individual clients to provide them with accessible websites designed to fit their specific needs.
Professional Experience
UI Web Designer
Spark Networks, Beverly Hills
Spark Networks, Beverly Hills
April 2004 - Present
UI design with the latest XHTML/CSS standards and practices. Work with web development team to implement UI. UI research, development and prototyping for new features and improvements. Maintain internal development blog. Bug fixing and improvements to existing UI. Internal knowledge organization and maintenance. Internal training and hands-on assistance.
Production Artist - Freelancer
Hanley-Wood, Los Angeles
Hanley-Wood, Los Angeles
October 2003 - January 2004
Built ads for publication, pre-flighted customer ads, built magazine sections for publication.
Team Leader/Production Artist/Proofreader
Vertis, Los Angeles
Vertis, Los Angeles
May 1999 - April 2003
Built and revised automotive, real estate and retail newspaper ads for the Los Angeles Times, Daily News and Daily Breeze. Communicated directly with clients to solve a wide range of issues and tasks. Performed as a team leader to assist others in daily tasks.
Education & Affiliations
Bachelor of Fine Arts Writing, Literature and Publishing
Emerson College
Emerson College
1997 - 1999
English Major
Framingham State College
Framingham State College
1995 - 1997