Design Project

Kostandino Augoustidis Portfolio: http://www.linkedin.com/in/kostandino

***** **** ** ***** **********, Pa 15642 (Able to Travel/Telecommute) 412-***-****

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JUNIOR WEB DESIGNER

TOP SECRET CLEARANCE … ITIL CERTIFICATION … MULTIMEDIA EXPERTISE

TECHNOLOGY PROFICIENCIES RESPONSIVE DESIGN, HTML5, CSS3 AND MORE

Profile Accomplished web developer, multimedia designer, and content manager whose background includes

work for The White House, U.S. Army, and other high caliber organizations. Combine advanced technical,

analytical, artistic, and creative skills to develop user centric, high impact websites and visual images; cutting

edge interactives; and memorable brands.

Backed by strong credentials (including MS in multimedia technology, ITIL v3 certification, and TS

clearance); expertise in jQuery Plugins, HTML, and Adobe Suite; and proficiency in many 2D, web, editing,

and graphic design programs; and basic knowledge of JavaScript that loves to keep learning more JavaScript

with services such as Treehouse.com.

Key Skills – Responsive Design – Website Development/Testing – HTML5

– UI/UX – Web Content Management – jQuery Library

– Web & Multimedia Design – Wire Frames (Balsamiq) – CSS3

– Visual Design – Web Analytics/Web Trends – Social Media

Professional ADECCO Pittsburgh, PA

Web Content Editor (Client: ThermoFisher), 10/14 11/14

Experience

Migrated Content from old website to new website using Gather Content Management System.

Accountable for User Experience using Confluence using components to our advantage to what makes

the most sense for the User. Collaborated with a very connected team by integrating & helping out each

other. Mocked up large projects using Balsamiq.

CELERITY Pittsburgh, PA

Business Analyst (Client: Highmark), 2/14 4/14

Managed content audits, coordinated revised/approval processes, and created content master

documents for all sites supported using Visual Studio. Accountable for identification, documentation,

escalation, and resolution of risks, defects, and issues throughout the project lifecycle.

FEDERATED IT Ft. Belvoir, VA / Washington, D.C.

Web Developer/Content Manager (Client: U.S. Army Chaplain Corps), 10/10 8/13

Retained to manage a large, multi website redesign project for the U.S. Army Chaplain Corps

(USACHCS) following previous commended multimedia instructional design work for the U.S. Army

through MSTI. Challenged to overhaul content; revamp design; implement new technologies; and

enhance user experience (UX), navigation ease, site functionalities, and look and feel of chapnet and

affiliated museum, library, spiritual leadership, and world religions websites. Work at the Pentagon (with

Top Secret security clearance), collaborating with cross functional client and contractor teams to oversee

all project phases (from user requirements definition through web development, design, testing, rollout,

and administration/support). Key Contributions:

Led comprehensive audit/review of Army Chaplain Corps websites to identify functional and visual

weaknesses. Met with chaplains to ascertain areas of improvement; uncovered and corrected 60+

functional/design issues; and constructed comprehensive, user focused blueprint for overhaul of all sites

that is presently underway.

Introduced jQuery (customized with XHTML and CSS) to chapnet and USACHCS.com, improving

navigation; creating dynamic media sections, web applications, and animations; and adding seamless

and customized plugins to achieve cohesive uniformity.

Replaced convoluted site architecture with two clicks or less functionality facilitating effortless user

navigation.

Responded to client requests for more information, adding new content, graphics, and user interfaces

that were universally acclaimed.

Distinguished among the 2% to pass ITIL v3 certification on first attempt. Incorporated knowledge gained

to install best practices in IT Service Management (ITSM).

Kostandino Augoustidis Phone: 412-***-**** Page Two

Professional MSTI (MANAGEMENT SUPPORT TECHNOLOGY, INC.) Ft. Belvoir, VA

Multimedia & Instructional Designer (Client: U.S. Army), 3/09 10/10

Experience

Project managed the design of multimedia instructional programs for the U.S. Army. Analyzed learner and

(Continued)

task needs, and collaborated with subject matter experts and system leaders to provide solutions for Army

inventory and logistics systems. Transitioned training applications from PPT to animated format and earned

team award for converting instructional materials into innovative, technology assisted delivery options.

Utilized Adobe Captivate to create instructional interactive e learning tools.

Collaborated with Engineers of the AE2S Inventory System by using PowerPoint presentations.

Ensured User Experience was user friendly for easy understanding of the material.

UNISYS Washington, D.C.

Web Designer (Client: Executive Office of the President of the U.S.), 4/08 2/09

Recruited as a contracted website designer for the Bush and Obama Administrations, managing web,

banner, and multimedia design projects for the official White House website. Designed, developed,

troubleshot, debugged, and implemented software code (e.g., HTML, CSS, XML) for website

components, and partnered with graphic designers and SMEs to develop and implement White House

website concepts, interface designs, navigation, and site infrastructure. Key Contributions:

Completed three large White House projects contracted to Unisys, which involved applying online

closed captioning (and ensuring 508 compliance) to President Barack Obama’s inauguration

speech, The Rev. Dr. Lowery’s speech during the same event, and the Secretary of Education’s

videos.

Videoed, edited, and designed website for the White House Summit on International Development,

earning accolades for quality work.

Consistently praised for website design work, including all or portions of the following:

– http://georgewbush whitehouse.archives.gov/barney/

– http://georgewbush whitehouse.archives.gov/infocus/europe/2008/index.html

– http://georgewbush whitehouse.archives.gov/infocus/financialmarkets/

– http://georgewbush whitehouse.archives.gov/holiday/halloween/

Collaborated with designers, programmers, and documentation specialists in continually updating

the content, design, and organization of various aspects of The White House website, using Stage

and Development systems.

Utilized Akamai solution that accelerated the posting of live content.

NATIONAL DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL ASSOCIATION (NDIA) Arlington, VA

Web Developer, Interactive Technologies, 8/06 4/08

Developed websites/banners and managed content for networking/meeting planning organization and its

membership base. Worked with A2Z Global Administration, Active Matter Content Management

Systems, WebTrends, and Google Analytics. Served as ColdFusion administrator. Key Contributions:

Designed websites and website banners for national organizations (using technologies including

CSS, XHTML, and Photoshop).

Collaborated with advertising VP and marketing director to create multimedia advertising banners

simulating print brochures/collateral.

Provided ongoing site and content management of nine major websites, earning consistent

commendations for the quality, thoroughness, and timeliness of efforts.

Education & CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY of PA California, PA

Master of Science (MS) in Multimedia Technology (GPA: 3.71), 5/06

Credentials

PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY State College, PA

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Marketing, 5/00

Certification: ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) v3 Foundation, 2011

Clearances: Top Secret Security Clearance, 8/11 (active through 8/18/16)

Secret Security Clearance, 7/09

Training: JavaScript Treehouse HTML5/CSS3

Kostandino Augoustidis Phone: 412-***-**** Résumé Addendum

Internships & HURRICANE ALLEY BAR & GRILLE Pittsburgh, PA

Freelance Web Designer/Social Marketing, 08/12 Present

Design/Developing website, menu and social media marketing.

Work

SARAKINIS CONSTRUCTION Arlington, VA

Web Designer, 9/09 12/09

Designed and developed website for general contracting company.

CINEMANIX PRODUCTIONS Cranberry, PA

Web Developer/Designer Intern, 6/06 9/06

Provided full phase web development and design work for production studio specializing in motion

capture and visual effects. Worked on web design projects using Flash MX, Director MX,

Dreamweaver MX, Dreamweaver 8, and FrontPage; and ground up build of website interface design

for South Hills Orthopedic Surgery Associates, P.C.

CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY

of PA: Office of Web Based Programs California, PA

Videographer, Designer, and A/V Editor (Client based class project), 1/06 5/06

Helped produce an interactive marketing piece promoting the university’s online program offerings. Shot

majority of video footage, directed all audio/video editing (98 hour project), and created CD ROM project

interface to enable mass production. The marketing piece is being used by professors at national

conferences to promote their online programs.

CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY

of PA: Career Services California, PA

Multimedia Graduate Assistant, Career Services, 9/05 4/06

Provided multimedia assistance to students utilizing university Career Services.

Photoshop, Fireworks, Acrobat, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash, Bridge,

Adobe Web CC:

Captivate, Muse, LightRoom

Sublime Text (Text Editor), Balsamiq (Wire framing), Google Analytics,

Web Systems / Tools:

Adobe CQ5 (CMS), SharePoint (CMS), Validation Tools (W3C), Learning

Services (Treehouse, Lynda, & Microsoft Virtual Academy) Numerous Web

Browsers (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Explorer, Skyfire, Dolphin), Git (Source

Control)

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, OneNote, OneDrive, Visual

MS Office 365:

Studio

ITIL v3, jQuery Libraries, JavaScript HTML4/5, CSS2/3

Languages & Libraries:

Languages Greek (high verbal and reading fluency, intermediate writing fluency)

Rave “…As part of the team supporting the Whitehouse.gov web site, Dino has been a creative contributor

to the never ending duties of our team. The Whitehouse.gov website is a unique work situation with

Reviews

very high visibility and concomitant expectations. I have found Dino to share the strong sense of esprit

de corps critical to making our demanding work situation doable…the products of his work have been

very strong…Dino Augoustidis would be an asset to any web team…”

– Sue Hodapp, Technical Writer, Link Solutions

“…Besides having a great sense of humor and being pleasant to work with, Dino is a take charge

person who we could always rely on to get things done correctly…tackled all assignments with

dedication and frequently exceeded expectations…”

– Brian Taylor, Design Director, National Defense Magazine, NDIA

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