Summary
Technologically savvy, Web 2.0 enthusiast with a strong understanding of design standards in both print and digital environments. I am able to design conceptually as well as practically and have extensive experience conducting user research.
Education
Michigan State University - B.A. Professional Writing
Specialization in Digital and Technical Writing; Minors in Journalism and History
Relevant coursework: web authoring, digital media design, technical writing and usability analysis
Study Abroad — Photojournalism
Studied architecture, art, advertising, history and culture of the United Kingdom and Prague through photography
Experience
Web Developer
- Designed and developed user interfaces, MySQl databases and form elements
- Implemented other's designs in PHP, HTML and CSS
- Created mockups, wireframes and prototypes for web applications
- Planned and implemented user interactions
- Researched user behaviors and interactions
Copyeditor intern
- Proofread and edited content for scholarly journal
- Edited HTML and CSS, making sure it validated
- Redefined file organization and structure
- Sized, cropped and optimized according to web standards
Darling Homes < Realty
Licensed Real Estate Agent
- Generated lists of properties that are compatible with clients’ needs
- Prepared documents such as purchase agreements and closing statements
- Acted as an intermediary in negotiations between clients
- Designed marketing products such as flyers and signs
Rogers Transport
Dispatcher
- Interacted with major companies in the steel industry
- Assigned drivers with freight information
- Handled billing and payroll paperwork
- Generated weekly production reports
- Directed incoming calls and maintained filing system
Skills, Software < Computer Languges
- HTML, XHTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript
- Adobe: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver
- Microsoft: Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint
- Apple: iMOvie, Keynote, Numbers, Pages
- Google: Sketch-Up
- MacOSX, MacOS, Windows/DOS
