Computer Skills
- Web Development: Cross-browser compatibility, search engine optimization, version control, W3C standards.
- Languages: XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, Ruby, PHP.
- Frameworks: LAMP, Prototype, Ruby on Rails.
- Web and Print: TextMate, Dreamweaver, Flash, BBEdit, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Acrobat Pro, PowerPoint.
- Graphics and Video: Photoshop, Illustrator, Avid Media Composer, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Pro Tools.
- Database and Word Processing: MySQL, FileMaker Pro, Word, Excel.
Work Experience
2007 – present
User Interface Developer, Mendelsohn Zien (formerly Spacedog): Los Angeles, CA.
- Developed front-end for Web sites using valid, hand coded XHTML/CSS compatible across all browsers.
- Coded e-mail marketing campaigns compatible across major e-mail clients.
- Researched search engine optimization and current best practices for Web development.
2007
Multimedia Playback Assistant, Cesar and Ruben: North Hollywood, CA.
- Projected digital video and English supertitles during live musical play Cesar and Ruben.
- Edited and optimized digital video for projection.
- Researched and recommended projection equipment for purchase.
2006 – 2007
- Built and revised Web sites and forms using XML, CSS, Word and Acrobat Pro.
- Maintained Internet applications to provide forms and handbooks to agency staff.
- Reviewed, researched, learned new and emerging accessibility methods and technologies.
2004 – 2006
Instructional Technology Technician, Austin Community College: Austin, TX.
- Coordinated audio/visual needs for special events in 748-person capacity Multi-Purpose Hall.
- Provided daily audio/visual support for faculty/staff and maintained performance logs.
- Created DVDs, PowerPoint presentations and other materials for instructional use.
2003 – 2004
- Assisted editorial department during post-production of feature film Fahrenheit 9/11.
- Maintained FileMaker Pro database of original footage and archival tape library.
- Performed troubleshooting on network computers and peripherals.
2002 – 2003
Audio/Visual Coordinator, Barnard College: New York, NY.
- Coordinated and scheduled audio/visual support for high profile special events.
- Trained and supervised audio/visual technicians.
- Recommended and executed equipment purchasing and departmental policy changes.
Education
2004
- Winner of departmental "MVP" award for the most exemplary student in the class of 2004.
2001
- One of the first graduates in Film Studies at Barnard College.