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Scarborough, Ontario. ***************@*******.***
M1C 3N8 Canada *******.********@*****.***
Nicholas Maharaj
Objectives To be able to express my creative skills to a design team. To be on the cutting
edge of multimedia and web technology. To be an important member of a
growing successful company.
Experience June 2009 - April 2012 Ontario Telemedicine Toronto, On
Network
Senior Multimedia Developer
UI (Front-End) design for web based video conferencing application; using
HTML5, CSS3 and jQuery. Site development in Liferay Portal environment
(JSP based environment)
Flash development for (OTN) Resource Library using Flash and XML.
Web development for (OTN) Training Centre, use of Flash, HTML5, CSS3, and
jQuery, on D2L LMS environment.
Web development for e-learning modules, use of Flash, HTML and CSS.
Portal and widget development for SharePoint intranet.
Flash and Captivate development for D2L LMS environment. (SCORM)
Animation of 3D characters for e-Learning modules; using 3D Studio Max.
Flash development for internal (OTN) social page, WordPress environment.
Web optimization (SEO) and compression for all multimedia (FLV/SWF) video.
Audio editing / optimization.
Sep 2008 Jan 2009 Organic Inc Toronto, On
(Contracted)
ActionScript + XML Programmer / Animator
XML / ActionScript (Flash) production for Bank Of America "Info Center".
Flash Banners for Dodge/Chrysler/Jeep 2009 automotive line.
Branding and animation using Flash and Illustrator.
Apr 2008 Jul 2008 TD Canada Trust Toronto, On
(Contracted)
ActionScript Programmer / Graphic Designer
Flash development of interactive sales force tools. E.g. Affordability, Down
payment and Term Amortization calculators, using Flash, Photoshop, and
Illustrator.
Designing fresh updated graphical concepts to complement existing intranet
Website. (Photoshop, Illustrator)
Created animated character for intro to flash application, also custom icons.
Experience
(continued) Jan 2008 Mar 2008 Invisions Productions Toronto, On
Character Animator / Video Editor / Flash Developer
Created 3D characters and animations for Eli Lilly and RBC PSA s and
e-learning modules. Using 3D Studio Max and iClone.
Editing audio for character voice-overs for all modules using Sound Edit.
Created flash elements for e-learning (art work and ActionScript Flash)
Post editing for MCSS disability TALK presentation DVD, using Premiere and
AfterEffects.
Jun 2007 Oct 2007 Segal Communications Toronto, On
(Contracted)
Flash Animator / Web Developer / Graphic Designer
Flash /Web development for TD Canada Trust (Facebook Group)
JavaScript / CSS / Graphics for TDMoneylounge.com
Game Banner Design for Playstation.ca using Photoshop
DreamWorks "Bee Movie" Contest (sweepstakes site) using HTML and CSS
Graphics / HTML / CSS / ActionScript programming for Lipton.ca
winwithlipton.ca reconstruction of flash games.
Graphics / HTML / CSS programming for Cuets Choice Rewards
choicerewards.ca
Nov 2006 Mar 2007 Continuum Media Inc Toronto, On
(Contracted)
Flash Developer / Multimedia Producer / Graphic Designer
Flash Animation on OnSIS e-learning modules (Ministry of Education)
Flash & Captivate front-end design and production for Rexel and Nedco.
Flash Animation and 3d animation for Beacon Wireless and Garmin
Flash ActionScript Rogers Communications. jeopardy like game
HTML/CSS programming for Clublink.com
Aug 2006 Sep 2006 TEAMhealth Sunrise, FL
(Contracted) Institute
Flash Animator / Audio Editor
Contracted to transform written script into flash animation for instructional
training modules.
All animation and audio narration had to be produced and synced for web end-
user compression and scalability.
Used Flash ActionScript to seamlessly transition from one section of training to
the next.
Experience Feb 2005 Dec 2005 American Express Plantation, FL
(continued) (Contracted)
Operations Training Designer / Programmer
Contracted to build new and update existing American Express CBT and WBT
training. Using tools such as Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash MX, Captivate
(formerly Robodemo), and Access to create a creative, fresh, and enjoyable
learning experience, for New Hire employees at American Express.
Started out to be an initial 3 month contract, but Amex kept me on for
11months.
Worked closely with all teams to produce and introduce new e-learning
techniques and games for AMEX clients world-wide.
Jul 2001 Feb 2005 Steady Image, Inc. Pembroke Pines,
FL
Jun 2000 Dec 2000 (Partner, Co Founder)
3D Animator / Flash / Web Developer / Graphic Designer / Technical
Director
In charge of all web and multimedia development projects.
Directed (team lead) all graphical projects.
Co Produced various music, presentation, and instructional videos for all
clients.
Co Produced various interactive cd rom media, for all clients.
Built and maintained LAN and file servers.
Maintained all computers
Jan 2001 Mar 2001 Pure Fusion Designs Toronto, Ontario
(Contracted)
Web Developer / Graphic Designer
Achieved Company Award for Most Creative Design .
Produced animated corporate Identity commercials intros in Flash.
Built corporate logos in 3D using 3D Studio Max.
Adobe Master Suite (12+ yrs) Mac OS 9.2/OSX
Skills
3D Studio Max (10+ yrs) Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP
(Overall)
Video Editing (5+ yrs) MS Office
Sound Production (5+ yrs) Computer Repair
Compression / Optimization (9 yrs) Troubleshooting / Debugging
HTML / JavaScript / CSS (12+yrs) Networking
XML / ActionScript 1.2.3. ( 7-8 yrs) SharePoint (1-2 yrs)
jQuery / Motools (6 yrs) Some JSP and PHP Knowledge
Captivate CS / E-Learning (6+ yrs) (still learning)
Education 1998 1999 International Academy Of Design & Toronto, Ontario
Technology
Digital Media Design Diploma
Digital Layouts for Print & Web. Website programming using
Interface Design / User HTML, CSS, DHTML, JavaScript,
Experience. & Flash
Video Editing & Special Effects. Interactive CD-Rom Production.
3D Animation Sound Editing and Production.
1994 1998 Pope John Paul II Secondary HS Toronto, Ontario
High School Diploma
Art Club 1994 - 1998. Fashion show set design crew 1998.
Yearbook Club 1998. Academic Achievement Award
(Dean s List) 1997.
Senior Soccer Team 1998.
Interests Cars, Physical Training, Art & Design, Architecture.
References Available Upon Request.