Resume

I'm an internet professional. With over eight years of industry graphic and web experience, I provide a diverse range of creative and technical solutions to a variety of clients. In doing so I strive to develop a user experience that is functional, intuitive, usable and accessible, balanced with an interface design that is elegant, effective and engaging.

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Education

1999–2000   Media Design School
Diploma in Multimedia Design
Merit award
1994–1998   University of Auckland
Bachelor of Engineering: Mechanical
Degree Conferred: 23rd April 1999
1989–1993   Auckland Grammar School
University Entrance & Bursaries
‘A’ Bursary award


Languages
Html, CSS, Javascript, PHP, ActionScript, Xml.


Software Skills
Dreamweaver, Flash, Indesign, Swift 3D, Photoshop, Fireworks, CorelDraw, Illustrator


Education
Diploma in Multimedia, Bachelor of Engineering (Mech), A Bursary.


Employment Record

Jan 08 – Present
Graphic and Website Developer (self employed)
Responsibilities: Project quotes and client liaisons. Design, development, sign-off and hosting of various graphic and web projects including...
Corporate identity, Print and PDF literature, Website design and development, Animated screensavers & CD-Rom Interface, Illustrations.

Dec 05 – Nov 07
Emech Control Ltd: Graphic and Web Developer
Responsibilities: Instruction, Operation and Maintenance manuals
Design and layout of technical instructions and illustrations to correctly install and operate Emech’s Valves and Actuators. Creation of informative and technical documentation to aid design engineers in the correct selection and installation of valves and actuators. Multimedia Marketing Projects
Website for Emech Control used primarily as a marketing tool but also a 24-hour technical source for clients globally (www.emechcontrol.com). Product sampler and sizing program interactive CD-Rom.

July 04 – Jan 05
Media One: Website Development
Responsibilities: Website Developer
Design, development and maintenance of a range of multimedia and web based projects including Beamish Stout, Waterford Crystal, Bulmers Cider, Tayto Crisps.

March 04 – April 04
Dublin Institute of Technology: Peoples Project
Responsibilities: Public Liaison Technician · Demonstration of technologies to project volunteers. · Disbursement and collection of environmental monitoring equipment.

Dec 02 – Nov 03
Emech Control Ltd: Test Engineer
Responsibilities: Test program § Successful design and implementation of a test program for Emech’s Electronic Actuators and Mixing Valves § Endurance cycle testing § Extreme conditions & harsh environment testing § Failure mode analysis (FMEA) § Data acquisition for technical documentation § Reports to management and investors Graphic and Publishing § Design, layout and publishing of technical documentation. Multimedia Marketing Projects § Website (www.emechcontrol.com) § Interactive CD-Roms

April 02 – Dec 02
Website and Multimedia Developer (self employed)
Responsibilities: Project quotes and client liaisons. Design, development, sign-off and hosting of the projects listed below. Websites: www.rawkos.co.nz & www.barbarabilyard.com www.brandevents.com , www.push.co.nz www.lincolnwines.co.nz , www.ezydeck.co.nz , www.corbel.co.nz , www.aucklandmtbclub.co.nz

Aug 01 – April 02
Isite Interactive: Website and Multimedia Developer.
Responsibilities: Design, development and maintenance of a range of multimedia and web based projects including Auckland University of Technology (www.aut.co.nz)

May 99 – June 01
Building Contractor
Responsibilities: Foundations, concrete slab preparation and pour, timber-frame construction, exterior and interior cladding, plastering, painting and finishing.

Part time and summer work
Skyhighbeds Ltd: Product development assistant Timberland: Warehouse person and sales assistant Builder’s apprentice: Timber framed house construction Honeywell Electronics: Security Camera Technician Manukau City Council: Administration

Interests and achievements
2003 Auckland BMW Half Marathon
2003, 2001 & 2000 Auckland to Russell Coastal Classic yacht race.
2001 Boat Masters Certificate
1998 Circumnavigation of North Island NZ by yacht.
1995 & 1997 50km Karipoti Classic Mountain Bike Race

During my spare time I enjoy the following activities…. photography, mountain biking, cruising the Hauraki Gulf, bush walks, outdoor activity, home DIY projects, furniture design and build, carpentry.
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