education
![BFA in Graphic Design and Masters in Interactive Design](images/books.jpg)
Master of Arts:
Interactive Design & Game Development
Savannah College Of Art And Design
Savannah, Georgia
September 2005 - June 2007
Bachelors of Fine Arts:
Graphic Design
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Chattanooga, Tennessee
August 1994 - April 1999
skills... and more skills.
software, search engines, and programming
![Technically, I have a long list of software and hardware expertise expected of a professional Creative Director in both print and interactive media.](images/holder.jpg)
Design Software... Adboe CS: Dreamweaver, Flash, Photoshop, Fireworks, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat
Modeling Software... 3DS Max, Blender
Office Software... Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Search Engine... SEO, Analytics, Multivariant Testing
Scripting: PHP, ActionScript 3, Java Script
Markup: HTML, XML, XHTML, and CSS
work experience
![Marketing captures customers and brings traffic to websites with real time constant contact and constant engagement.](images/mobilemktg.jpg)
Interactive Marketing Manager
Propex - Chattanooga, Tennessee
June 2010 - December 2012
Developed the goals, objectives, strategies and annual plan for Interactive Marketing. Created and maintained customer relationships via digital media.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to determine e-marketing objectives in the context of analytics, ROI analysis, market research, and customer segmentation.
- Lead inter-departmental team’s interactive media projects. Coordinated tactical efforts of programming, design, strategic content creation, and communication during planning, development and implementation with I.S. and company’s business units.
- Coached team members to efficiently plan and execute projects, facilitated effective problem solving.
- Assessed internal capabilities, selectively hired and managed vendors to develop solutions that meet the company’s website, online media or mobile requirements.
- Provided direction for the continuity of campaigns across traditional media platforms including printed advertisements, trade shows, press releases, and sales collateral.
work experience
![My work focuses on solving problems by balancing usability and accessibility with a memorable design](images/mac.jpg)
Senior Web Designer
Jones Management, Cleveland, TN
April 2008 - May 2010
Responsible for establishing the look and creative direction for web, email, and other interactive communication formats.
- Implement web designs and online marketing projects with emphasis on web design standards, cross browser accessibility, and search engine optimization.
- Evaluate visual interfaces utilizing user-centered design principles, A-B Multivariant testing, and behavioral analytics.
- Ensure user experience achieves the company’s goals for the online entity, e-mail marketing, online advertisements, or web promotion.
- Develop project briefs along with design concepts and prototypes, and work with marketing and programming teams to achieve desired outcomes.
work experience
![I have found the integration of behavioral analytics, cutting edge technology and creativity critical to effective communication.](images/chair.jpg)
Principal Designer
Crafted Ink, Harrison, TN
April 2004 - March 2008
Originate cross media campaigns including advertisement, brochure, invitations and mailers, interactive applets and web site designs.
- Help clients assess their needs in terms of content, usability, and accessibility.
- Based on assessed needs, determine site structure, create the look and feel, and script dynamic content and/or interactive applets.
- Implement web design parameters, style guides and visual standards.
- Create appropriate product and conceptual imagery for client projects including animation, original illustrations and photography.
work experience
![I believe good design produces the capabilities to challenge and intrigue the viewer and still clearly communicate the message.](images/organizer.jpg)
Art Director
The Fillauer Companies, Chattanooga, TN US
January 2000 - April 2004
Implemented designs from conception to completion for printed and electronic media including advertisements, direct mail, technical brochures, and web sites.
- Ensured continued department progress in methods concerning preparation of artwork, photography, and web design.
- Received exceptional performance evaluations from executive level based on the introduction of award winning design solutions new to the company and the industry.
- Excellent feedback on the management of work flow, organization, and archiving standards.