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*** ***** ****, ********, ** 54650 608-***-**** ****@*********.*** Kent O. Safranski
Summary
Web site and application/interactive developer with over ten years of training and experience in design, technical project management, cloud technologies and
application development, deployment & testing. Experience in system & database administration including UNIX/Windows server environments, redundant storage
and SAN systems, multimedia production support, networking and security.
Proficiencies
Web and User Interface Design
Graphic and web design (Adobe Photoshop, Fireworks, Illustrator) including
branding/identity, web site design, user interface and mobile interface design. Design
concepting in conjunction with site and application modeling and architecture.
Web Site & Application Development
Web site, application, ecommerce and mobile development including all phases of
the project lifecycle. Development both independently and in a team environment
including team oversight and technical project management.
Technical Project Management
Project analysis & needs assessment, planning, development, testing, productions & assessment. Experience
with project management, time-tracking, and CRM software. Supervision, management and training of development
teams and technical support teams. Direct work with clients during proposal, planning, development and production
phases. Ongoing application support and versioning management.
Languages:PHP - 6+ years experience, object-oriented & MVC development, database interaction, web-services, server configurationSQL - 6+ years experience, scripted/server-side, stored procedures, table and database maintenanceHTML/XHTML/HTML5 - 10+ years experienceCSS - 8+ years experience, CSS & CSS3 development, browser compatibilityJavaScript - 8+ years experience, code development, framework integration, AJAX/AHAH, compression and performance tuningXML/JSON - 5+ years experience, data handling and translation, feeds, aggregationOS Scripting - 5+ years expereince, Windows (vb,reg,batch,wmi), bash(*nix)ASP/.NET - 2+ years experience, database interaction, front-end output, web-servicesPERL/CGI - 1 year experience, data input/output, handling, manipulation
Web Marketing & Social Media
Search engine optimization & marketing, social networking, blogging and web marketing strategies. Analytics, metrics and assessment using
goals and milestones to gauge success of campaigns.
Operating SystemsWindows - 12+ years experience, desktop and server usage and administrationLinux/Unix - 8+ years experience, desktop and server usage and administrationMac - 4+ years experience, desktop usage, maintenance
System Administration, Networking
System and server administration and network architecture for Windows (Active Directory environment) and Unix. Installation and
maintenance of services such as AD/LDAP, DHCP, DNS/Bind9, Email Services, and switch/network-infrastructure management.
Installation and maintenance of advanced business function systems such as SAN services, VPN, Fiber/iSCSI to large disk array systems, and
fiber optic networking.
Employment History
Tictonix, LLC. 6/12 - PresentSenior Web Application Developer
Development of web sites and applications utilizing LAMP stack, RESTful and HTML5 front-end design/development
techniques. Configuration, management and security for *nix servers and databases. Large eCommerce and SaaS
platform development.
The Idea Center, LLC. 9/11 - 6/12Development Director
Direct production and development of all web and new-media projects including web sites,
web-based applications, interactive media and online marketing campaigns. Management and oversight
of contracted developers and interaction with clients to ensure project goals and milestones
are met.
Fokiz, Content Management System 11/11 - PresentFounder, Lead Developer
Designed, developed, and released base code. In charge of maintaining current code base, aprroving
all upgrades/modification, developing modules, and managing community support. See more
about the project at .
WIODE, Web-Based IDE 4/11 - PresentFounder, Lead Developer
In charge of development, integration and approval of all source code. Work with other contributors
to make decisions on new features and functionality, and offer support and assistance to users. See more
about the project at .
Obata Design, Inc. 4/08 - 9/11Director, Interactive Development
Provide direction to interactive and web devlopment team. Interface with clients
during proposal, development, and execution stages of the project lifecycle. Provide
guidance on new technologies, standards, and procedures.
Other responsibilities include full implementation of web sites and applications
as well as technology administration and coordination including server management,
security, desktop support, SAN & storage management, and networking.
The Creative Outfit, LLC. 6/08 - 9/10Principal, Senior Developer
Oversight of business functions, client interaction and day-to-day administration of
the business and accounts. Develop project estimates, timelines, and work with the team
to deliver projects to-spec and by deadline presented to clients.
Provide direction and present options for all areas of interactive and web development
including technologies used and best-practices for projects.
Develop websites and interactive peices based on specifications defined during project
proposal phase. Work directly with other partners and team members to ensure all milestones
and goals were met and work presented to client met or exeeded expectations.
Artworks Design Incorporated 7/07 - 4/08Senior Developer
Web application and user interface developer for Artworks Design Incorporated.
Planning, development and maintenance of complex web development projects
including content management system and e-commerce solutions using both proprietary
systems as well as custom-built applications.
Saint Louis University 11/03 - 7/07Webmaster/Technology Coordinator
Web application developer and technical project manager for IT department.
Hire and train new IT department employees on technical and organizational
procedures. Advise on and implement technical projects for the School of
Business and University-wide.
Saint Louis University 9/01 - 11/03Systems Administrator
Administer Windows 2000 LAN environment. Manage security and user settings
for domain of over 250 systems. Plan and orchestrate network and server
upgrades and changes for 5 dedicated servers.
www.fluidbyte.net 1998 - PresentFreelance Web Developer
Complete web site designs and rebuilds for various organizations. Design
advanced custom web applications for customers. Support and provide maintenance
training for customers.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Web Development
ITT Technical Institute, Arnold, MO Dec. 2002 - Dec. 2004
Undergraduate Studies - Information Technology Management
Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, MO Aug. 2001 - Dec. 2002
Additional Training & Courses
Individual Chancellor Certificate course series at University
of Missouri, St. Louis Microcomputer Program in PHP, ASP, ASP.NET,
Linux/Unix, Web Development and JavaScript.
Individual e-Learning Courses in Python, Web Marketing, Advanced Search
Engine Optimization, Metrics + Analytics in Online Project Assessment, and
Application of Syndicated Content & Social Media.
CompTia A+ and Net+ Certification
References
Mrs. Susan Bloomfield - Development Director (St. Louis University), Former Manager
p: 314-***-**** e: ******@***.***
Mr. Patrick Keefe - Creative Lead & Print + Web Designer (Freelance & Contract)
p: 314-***-**** e: *******@************.***
Mr. Thomas Arrowsmith - Systsem Security Analyst & IT Administrator (Scottrade)
p: 618-***-**** e: ****************@*******.***
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