Briona Derrick
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Core Qualifications
ArcGIS software
Experience with JSON, Python, JavaScript, HTML, CSS
Database Management skills
Knowledge of ENVI software
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Extremely organized
QGIS software
Works well in team environments
Leaflet API
Quick learner
Experience
Apple via Apex May 2015 – Present
GIS Technician Sunnyvale, CA
Analyze, validate, and enhance data content
Assemble new content for consumer applications
Responsible for creating and maintaining training materials
Daily assess others work and provide feedback
City of Saratoga January 2016 – May 2016
GIS Volunteer Saratoga, CA
Volunteered weekly with the city Engineering Department
Created interactive maps on city website
Expanded and updating GIS database with large datasets for multiple city departments
Created a new database incorporating satellite imagery with existing city GIS data
Brigham Young University Geography Department May 2014 – April 2015
Teaching and Research Assistant for Dr. Samuel Otterstrom, PhD Geography Provo, UT
Contact between student and professor, including office hours and one-on-one
Graded papers, tests, and assignments
Conducted research for various projects, including collecting and validating data sets exceeding 600 entries
Created and edited maps to be included in journal and book publications
Brigham Young University Evening Classes October 2012 – December 2013
Registration Aide/Secretary Provo, UT
Worked one-on-one with students submitting applications
Trained new employees
Implemented new online system of submitting and processing applications
Handled complaints from students
Maintained filing system
Education
Brigham Young University Provo, UT Geography B.S., cum laude April 2015
Emphasis in Geographic Information Systems GPA: 3.91, Major GPA: 3.96
Coursework: Advanced GIS, Problem solving with GIS, Cartographic Design, Web Mapping, Analytical Cartography, Programming, City Planning, and Remote Sensing
Projects Include: Developed a interactive website detailing the highlights of WWI through maps, developed land cover classification for Akagera National Park in Rwanda, conducted a corridor analysis to develop the preferred route for a new highway
London Study Abroad, Winter 2014: Improved global awareness, experience with GPS apps and software to navigate new cities, increased responsibility and effective communication skills
Member of Golden Key International Honour Society, BYU Geography Student Association, and BYU Student Urban Planning Association