Objective

To obtain a creative and challenging position that enables me to gain valuable commercial experience and improve the web development and design skills that I gained as part of my degree course and academic projects

Career Development

CONTRACT WORK 2000 – Current

Freelance Web Designer

Worked on a multitude of web projects for a wide variety of clients. Providing design, web design, HTML / CSS development, Joomla, and WordPress integration (content management system).

  • Developed CD-ROM presentation for Compaq EBMS Management Team
  • Extensive experience in using ecommerce software such as 123 Music Store, osCommerce & Zencart
  • Landed several contract positions while full time in school

MOORES THE CLOTHING PEOPLE – ETOBICOKE, ON – 2005 – 2006

Web Designer

Responsible for design, site structure, and maintained global websites and intranet. Designed flyers, posters, and brochures for executives, company stores, and company sponsored events.

  • Met deadlines while helping other departments
  • Worked extensively in group and solo projects
  • Photographer for corporate events & photo shoots

MOON DRAGON PRODUCTIONS – OSHAWA, ON 2002 – 2003

Multimedia Designer

Hired to provide CD-ROM development and website design. Developed several CD-ROM presentations for the home building industry. These presentations utilized Macromedia Director and QuickTime Video, which allowed the user to view each room in a 360° view.

  • Assisted in video editing process and effects
  • Worked most of time with minimal supervision
  • Administrated network of Pc’s and Mac’s

BEHIND THE PAGE – MISSISSAUGA, ON 2001 – 2002

Senior Web Designer

Recruited to lead website design team for this start-up web design and web hosting company. Worked with a team of web designers, sales people and collaborated with project managers to ensure design projects were delivered on time and budget.

  • Learnt Linux & administered web servers
  • Negotiated a website deal with Goudas Foods
  • Delivered 5 projects ahead of time by 4 months

Education

Interactive Multimedia Diploma, Trebas Institute 2000 – 2001

Professional Affiliations

Member, Web Standards Group

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Web Design

WordPress & Joomla Design

Whether your site is a blog, small business, a news site, etc. It all starts with a design and the template! With 8+ years experience in templating, I've seen it all pretty much.

Custom Web Design

Beginning with planning a business strategy for the site and information architecture, from initial sketches/photoshop mockups to living breathing pages, I excel at crafting unique and creative web designs that are always clean, simple and elegant.

Website Analysis

Re-designs are one of my specialties. I examine your website and explain in clear simple terms different approaches to improve the site's performance on all fronts.

Web Development

Ecommerce Solutions

With 5+ years experience in using Oscommerce, I've done everything from Paypal to using Beanstream as a payment gateway.

WordPress & Joomla Implementation

If you're looking to upgrade your Wordpress or Joomla website with a simple module or something complex, I'm your man.

Application Development

Have an idea for a cool web application? I can build you a custom web application with all the php/ajax goodness you desire.

Front End Programming

Javascript has come a long way, and I love adding all the cool effect and seamless transitions you see on your favorite sites. Ajax? No problem.

Other Stuff

Clean, Simple and Accessible

I strive to deliver the most accessible websites possible, removing the worry that particular audiences or devices may not be able to use your site.

Graphic Design

From pencil and paper to final digital renderings, I can create beautiful graphic designs for your business. My years of experience have given me an eye for clean, easy to comprehend visual designs that simply work.

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