Project Manager

TECHNICAL / INDUSTRY SKILLS:

. Expert knowledge of Dreamweaver, HTML, CSS, DHTML, XHTML, and other

web development standards

and applications.

. Extensive experience in Flash, Actionscript, MS SQL, Javascript, XML,

ColdFusion, MS Access, MS IIS, and database design fundamentals.

Working knowledge of .Net 2.0, PHP, and AJAX.

. Expert knowledge of design principles such as color, layout, and

typography for both web and print.

. Expert knowledge of print software applications such as Photoshop,

Illustrator, Quark, InDesign, MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Freehand,

Flightcheck, Pagemaker and Acrobat.

. Expert on both Mac and PC platforms.

EXPERIENCE:

Ionizedesign (www.ionizedesign.com) Owner

Chicago, IL January 2006 - Present

Freelance Web Designer/Developer/Marketing Professional:

. Work as an independent contractor developing websites and online

solutions for small to medium-sized businesses.

. Developed extensive network of creative and technical resources

providing clients complete turnkey marketing solutions.

Q Interactive Manager, Interactive Design

Chicago, IL February 2006 - Present

Achievements: Integrated Offer Initiative

Spearheaded initiative to convert all existing lead generation

offer content into a more visually cohesive and engaging format.

Wrote specifications and determined framework for an easier,

more efficient transition. Resulted in an average offer yield of

+10-15% overall, across hundreds of lead generation offers.

Manager, Interactive Design (2007 - present):

. Manage a team of web designers/developers; responsible for

monitoring/improving quality of their work; mentor team members on

HTML, CSS and other web standards; establish cross-training

programs; lead brainstorm and creative review sessions; develop

creative motivational projects; communicate with other department

leads; participate in various company process/efficiency task

forces; participate in lead-generation business lines committee,

with particular emphasis on emerging technologies like video,

Flash, mobile, and social networks; continually participate in new

strategic

interactive initiatives.

. Manage online marketing creative resources, and work closely with

media buying teams to maximize performance of online marketing

creative assets.

. Allocate team resources to best leverage each team member's

strengths and skill sets, modifying workflow processes as needed on

time-sensitive projects.

. Developed new layout and design formats for lead generation offers

that directly contributed to increased company revenue.

Assisted/instructed team members in executing these new layouts,

and lead offer/e-mail optimization sessions that identified

creative improvements to individual lead generation offers and

email campaigns.

Senior Interactive Designer (2006 - 2007):

. Train and mentor junior designers

. Develop highly intuitive web interface designs through processes

involving sitemaps, wireframes, controlled feedback, and focus

groups.

. Develop and research new functionality for applications to enhance

user experience through the use of client-side HTML, Javascript,

CSS and DHTML, paying special attention to using CSS, and XHTML for

cross-browser support.

. Work closely with developers, programmers, and project managers to

create standards-compliant web applications for advertisers to more

effectively communicate with their consumers via lead generation

offers and advertising.

Elite Communications Group Senior Interactive Designer/Web Producer

Northbrook, IL January 1997 - February 2006

Senior Interactive Designer/Web Producer:

. Train and mentor junior designers

. Conceived, designed and developed websites based on client's

project scope, requirements and budgets.

. Worked directly with clients to gather details of interactive

projects and determine project scope. Recommended

all manner of web-based solutions to clients.

. Assessed project requirements and allocated internal and external

resources accordingly. Organized and presented plans to project

team, and generated cost estimates, proposals, schedules and

creative briefs.

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. Designed and developed online marketing campaigns, including email

broadcasts and other e-marketing techniques.

. Established consistency standards in web projects by training

junior web designers in the proper use of HTML, templates, and CSS,

as well as workflow and general web standards

Elite Communications Group Senior Designer/Interactive Specialist

Northbrook, IL January 1997 - February 2006

Print Design:

. Provided art direction for junior designers.

. Developed concepts and designs for corporate print campaigns.

. Designed and produced a wide variety of print materials.

. Attended client presentations with project team and articulate the

effectiveness of a given design.

. Assisted in organization of campaigns to support client message.

Multimedia:

. Worked with multimedia specialists and provide flowcharts and

storyboards of projects.

. Provided testing and thorough feedback.

. Provided direction on the limitations/advantages of various

multimedia solutions.

. Compressed and optimized files as needed and capture/edit audio and

video segments.

Copywriting:

. Wrote copy for media materials, while working closely with editor

to provide client with dynamic,

creative copy.

. Develop and wrote concepts for print and web campaigns. Developed

copy and taglines for presentations and

business identity systems.

CLIENT EXPERIENCE:

Q Interactive, Northwestern University, Sysmex, Esprit Productions,

Abbott Laboratories, Jim Beam Brands, Navistar International, Siemens,

Tech Image, Maytag, Inovise, Comprehensive Therapeutics, Leverage

Point Media, Takeda Pharmaceuticals, Roche Diagnostics, Fertility

Centers of Illinois, Blue Diamond, Illinois Tool Works, TAP

Pharmaceuticals, TherMatrx, MedLogix, Northfield Laboratories,

Asherman Associates, Brushing on Belmont, Genesis at the Crossroads,

and many others.

EDUCATION:

. Bachelor of Arts in Advertising; Minor in Business Administration,

University of Texas El Paso

GENERAL SKILLS:

. Leadership - I can effectively lead a team of individuals, provide

motivation and mentorship, and allocate team resources on time-

sensitive projects.

. Versatility - I can effectively juggle multiple projects

simultaneously, each with different technological components and/or

different deadlines, work with a wide range of software packages

ranging from web to print, as well as write compelling copy for both

online and print campaigns.

. Collaboration - I consistently work closely and effectively with team

members. I am dependable and cooperative, and can build positive

relationships amongst team members and with clients.

. Organization - I routinely coordinate internal and external project

resources. I can accurately establish project quotes, estimates, and

schedules.

. Creativity - In addition to both web and print design skills, I can

leverage technology and conceive innovative solutions for time and

budget-sensitive projects.

. Client contact - I work with clients to determine project details and

present online solutions through various

presentation media.

. Speed/Efficiency - I can complete projects well under established

budgets and deadlines by employing a comprehensive knowledge and

understanding of project details, the applicable software, and by

allocating my time and resources wisely.

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