Summary of Qualifications:
Human Computer Interaction and related fields of Interaction Design, Information Architecture,
Human Factors, Experience Design, Usability, Interface Design. Multimedia development professional
with a variety of skills including graphic design, illustration, 3-D graphics, animation, and user
interface/navigation design. Dedicated and self-motivated with the ability to manage various projects
simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines.
Technical Skills:
Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Illustrator), 3D Studio Max, Office Suite (Visio).
Experience with iRise and Axure visualization software. Programming knowledge of HTML,
JavaScript, and Action Script.
Professional Experience:
User Experience Engineer
4/2009 – Present - Rochester, New York
Create enterprise websites and web applications using user-centered design methodologies that result in
high customer satisfaction. Work with stakeholders to understand their business models and goals and
help define strategy, content, and features for overall design. Analyze audience and their needs to define
site architecture and navigation. Develop wire-frames, low and high-fidelity prototypes and then conduct
usability tests with end users. Create workflow models, visual specification documents and other artifacts
that are co-developed with Business Analysts and developers.
Art Director
6/2007 – 4/2009 - Rochester, New York
Performed lead role in the design and production of web applications, web design, multimedia and print?
Involved in all stages of project lifecycle to produce creative high end media projects for clients.
Performed heuristic evaluations on existing projects and projects created by other designers. Created
wireframe mockups to design and develop low and high fidelity prototypes using Adobe Flash. Managed
both time-sensitive and large dollar projects for internal and external clients. Trained, supervised and
provided art direction for junior designers. Diverse experience in visual design, creating look and feel
for training programs and support materials to a high-end result for clients such as IBM, CISCO,
Xerox, Mckinsey and Company, Hardees/Carl’s Jr., and Toyota.
Graphic Designer/Senior Graphic Designer
1/2000 – 6/2007 Element K (formerly Ziff Davis Education) – Rochester, New York
Illustrator
11/1997 - 1/2000 Safe Passage International - Rochester, New York
Assistant Animator
1996 - 1997 Animatus Studio - Rochester, New York
Education:
Rochester Institute of Technology, Golisano College of Computing and Information Science - Rochester, New York
M.S. – Human Computer Interaction (HCI)
Thesis Title:Developing a taxonomy for office email: A Case Study.pdf
Rochester Institute of Technology, Golisano College of Computing and Information Science - Rochester, New York
Advanced Certificate: Interactive Multimedia Development>
Rochester Institute of Technology, School of Art and Design - Rochester, New York
Bachelor of Fine Arts Major: Illustration
Columbus College of Art and Design - Columbus, Ohio
Major: Illustration
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