Professional Skills:

Web Accessibility/Standards/Usability, xhtml/CSS, Search Engine Optimization, Concept Development, design and production of posters,ad campaigns,brand identity,hand-bound books,bookjackets,Product packaging,CD cover desig,magazine spreads,wine labels,multi-page newsletters,annual reports,brochures

Applications

Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, ImageReady, Dreamweaver, Flash, Golive, Freehand, QuarkXpress, Microsoft Office Suite

Education:

A.A.S. Graphic Design and Illustration.

  • Seattle Central Community College, Seattle Wa

Professional Experience:

Art Director

Designed web enriched experiences with a empasis on web accessability, usability, and search engine optimization, and e-commerce.

SiteCrafting Inc, Tacoma Wa. July 2007 - Present

Web/UI Designer

Designed web enriched experiences with a emphasis on web accessibility, usability, and search engine optimization, and e-commerce.

Elephants and Ants, Seattle Wa September 2005 - 2007

Freelance Graphic Designer

Design and develop logos, business cards, websites, html emails, and brochures for a variety of clients.

Pierce Designs, Tacoma, WA August 2001-2005

Lab Instructor

Taught classes on web authoring and image creation to students 9-18, managed web-servers and websites, and tracked student growth.

Boys and Girls Club of Pierce County, Tacoma, Wa. June

Professional Affiliations:

  • American Institute of Graphic Arts, Seattle Chapter. Member since 2004

Honors & Awards:

  • Dean's List, Seattle Central Community College, All Quarters Enrolled