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Summary of Qualifications

Well versed with different types of media, detail oriented, yet able to see the big picture. Flair for developing unique solutions to complex problems. Visionary, yet practical focus on challenges. Continuous learning attitude.

Skills and Experience

Programming Languages:
XHTML/CSS, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, ActionScript 3

Open Source Content Management Systems:
Drupal, Joomla, WordPress. Magento

eCommerce Management Systems:
Ubercart (for Drupal), VirueMart (for Joomla), SalesForce

Design and Production Software:
Adobe Creative Suite, FinalCut Pro, ProTools, GarageBand

Project Management Software:
BasecampHQ, FogBugs, Unfuddle

Administrative Software:
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Windows & Mac Platform

Languages:
Fluent in German, conversational in French

Industry Experience, San Diego, CA

06/2006 – present
Web Designer/Developer, Freelance/Self-employed
-Designing and developing beautiful websites for local businesses
-Creating and deploying HTML-emails for various campaigns
-Graphic design, logo design, motion graphics, video production

10/2011 – 01/2012
Web Developer, Orion Creative Group
-Website development in Drupal, Magento
-Maintenance project in Joomla
-Local MAMP (LAMP) environment with version control using BeanStalk (git)
-R&D and custom work on InfusionSoft API
-HTML-email development and deployment

06/2011 – 07/2011
Contract Web Designer/Developer, The CR Studio
-Developing Custom WordPress Themes
-Image optimization

05/2010 – 04/2011
Contract Web Designer/Developer, Aquent
-Client: Mentus, 04/2011 – 04/2011
-Client: Robbins Research International, Inc., 06/2010 – 12/2010
-Hand-coding website from given design
-Website updates, creating new web pages
-Building HTML emails and send to subscribers
-Graphic design for web and print
-Updating Flash photo galleries and slideshows

08/2010 – 10/2010
Contract Web Designer/Developer, Conde Group
-Client: West Wireless Health Institute, 08/2010 – 10/2010
-Website updates, creating new web pages
-Building HTML emails and sending to subscribers
-Graphic design and image optimization
-Migrating current site to Joomla content management system

01/2010 – 03/2010
Contract Web Designer/Developer, AboutImage Design
-Developing websites using Joomla content management system
-Website maintenance and configuration
-Graphic design and image optimization

10/2009 – 12/2009
Web Programmer, Intern, GreenBirdMedia
-Drupal CMS configuration
-Custom theme styling, scripting & queries

05/2009 – 09/2009
Web Programmer, Intern, Balboa Park Online Collaborative
-Developing Drupal websites for several Museums in Balboa Park
-LAMP environment
-3D modeling with GoogleSketchUp to submit models of Balboa Park buildings to GoogleEarth

10/2008 – 02/2009
Graphic Designer, San Diego Youth Services
-Hand-coding CSS drop-down menu
-Preparing print materials, such as posters, fliers and brochures
-Creating materials for annual Creations in Chocolate benefit events

Education

06/2006 – 09/2009
The Art Institute of California – San Diego
- Bachelor of Science in Web Design & Interactive Media
- Graduation with Honors

Other Work History

04/2011 – present
Independent Associate, Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc., Ada, OK

02/2007 – 09/2008
Office Assistant, The Art Institute of California, San Diego, CA

12/2004 – 02/2007
Barista, Starbucks Coffee Company, San Diego, CA

08/2004 – 09/2005
Teacher Assistant, The Orchard School, Indianapolis, IN

04/2002 – 07/2004
Analyst, MDS Pharma Services, Fehraltorf, Switzerland

08/2000 – 03/2001
Chemical Lab Technician, Medinova AG, Zurich, Switzerland

06/1997 – 07/2000
Chemical Lab Technician, Chemie Uetikon AG, Uetikon a. S., Switzerland

Certifications

CPR/AED, Adult and Child
CPR, Infant and Standard First Aid, American Red Cross