About
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER 2002 – May 2009
GMP Die-cast (High End Limited Edition Replica Manufacturer) Winder, Georgia
Senior Management responsible for leading and approving all projects including artwork, materials, research, and production from the concept of the project to the distribution.
Major contributor in establishing company as a leader in the automobile collectable industry by focusing on highly accurate details and realistic materials for various part count products
Established companies web presence from a minimal site to an integrated database run e-commerce website resulting in an increase of current sales.
Established exclusive online club to encourage repeat customers and promote a integrated online community that is more involved with the company. Incresased online sales and
MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST 1997 – 2002
C.S.C, OAO Corporation (US E.P.A. Contractor) Athens, Georgia
RTP, North Carolina
General Manager of US EPA Media Center. Specialist in charge of operations, scheduling, equipment recommendation/repair, promotion, and walk-up technical and multimedia help desk. Additional responsibilities include on-site graphics support to include the design and creation of brochures, posters, signs. Integrated Lotus Notes database and intranet site design based on client specifications. Directly influenced the Athens EPA branch as a leader in multimedia technologies and established a platform used to configure other research facilities. Received several achievement awards, as well as recognition from the scientists for enhancing their presentations. Earned Microsoft MCP Certification on track to achieve MCSE. Completed training in Cisco Routers, Avid Video editing, GIS, Database Admin, Microsoft NT, 2000, and operating Systems.
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR 2008 – Present
Lanier Technical College Oakwood, Georgia
Instructor of Computer Information Systems course in a technical college environment. Instructed traditional and non-traditional students in classes for degree and certificate programs. Classes include interactive multimedia graphics production using Adobe Photoshop and Flash, including basic photo manipulation, and animation. Responsibilities include: Directing students to achieve goals, completing course and project requirements, Performing reviews and assessments, tracking student progress, and reporting results for administration review.
WEBMASTER/CONSULTANT 1990 - PRESENT
Professional Digital Investments Various
A recognized local specialist in providing Web, Marketing, Engineering, Program Management and Consulting Services. Worked on contract opportunities for over 18 years with various commercial clients to achieve their organizational initiatives through the application of high quality, innovative, and cost effective professional services and solutions. Major projects include Intranet, Internet, Interactive and E-commerce administration and marketing program evaluation, video production. Desktop, remote and network system repair and upgrades, multimedia project consulting.
EDUCATION
CERTIFICATE IN 3D ANIMATION 1997
School of Communication Arts Raleigh, North Carolina
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, Imaging Technology Major 1996
Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, Kansas
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS, Computer Graphics 1994
Highland Community College Highland, Kansas
SKILLS
Design/Web: Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, ActionScript, Fireworks, FrontPage , CSS, HTML, XHML, SQL, Google Adwords, Yahoo Anaylics, Illustrator, In Design, Acrobat, QuarkXpress, Power point, CorelDraw, Microsoft Office, Project, Publisher, Cold Fusion
3D/ Video: 3D Studio Max, After Effects, Cold-fusion and Java scripting, Final Cut pro, AVID, iDVD
Photography: Photo Retouching, Commercial and Portrait Photography, Traditional and Digital Media
IT Support: Macintosh, Windows (MCP obtained), UNIX, Linux, switches, routers, firewalls, e-mail (Exchange), backups, desktop support, communication lines, phone systems, mobile devices, virus protection, patch management, desktop policy enforcement, VPN/remote access, wireless network, asset management.
Management: estimation, research, data collecting, project sourcing and coordination, management and organization of the engineering department both on site and overseas. Management of vendors and control all IT related purchasing.