Objective ACHIEVED!: An in house position as a web designer / developer.
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Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Systems, concentration in Web Design. Magna Cum Laude. GPA 3.87/4.0.  American Sentinel University, 9/05.

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work. Magna Cum Laude. GPA 3.90/4.0. Cleveland State University, 8/98.

Experience

10/07 – Present: Web Producer:
American Greetings Corporation, AG-Interactive

Update and maintain code, text and content on multiple high profile, high traffic corporate and partner dynamic sites and electronic newsletters using standards based CSS, HTML, XHTML, Photoshop, Fireworks, and Dreamweaver. Interdepartmental communications on site redesign, SEO optimization, and other web projects with business owners, technical team members. Sites maintained and updated include americangreetings.com,bluemountain.com, egreetings.com, yahoo.americangreetings.com, and msn.americangreetings.com.

12/05 – 10/07: Web and Advertising Design, Web Programming, and Web Administration: 
American Greetings, My Technology Partners, and others. (Independent Contractor, Freelancer)

Web design and development: All phases of website project management and development, including website design, development, search optimization, and maintenance for in house and client B2B sites using Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash, PHP, MYSQL, HTML, XHTML, CSS and additional web applications and languages as needed.  Update code, text and content on multiple high profile, high traffic corporate and partner dynamic sites and electronic newsletters. Interdepartmental communications on site redesign, SEO optimization, and other web projects with business owners, technical team members. Graphics Design: Create marketing strategies, graphics and text content for advertising flyers, electronic newsletters, logos, and promotional materials. Communicate with clients and vendors regarding project specifications and requirements, product marketing. See below for portfolio and site urls.

Web Administration: DNS configuration, email administration, web hosting and site backups. Manage over 30 sites hosted on an Apache/Linux server, using Plesk and Ensim interfaces. Plan, organize, and implement all aspects of cross-platform hosting move. Develop departmental procedures and documentation. Provide phone technical support as needed to staff and clients on use of email and various software applications.

9/03 – 1/06: Production Controller: Active Response Marketing

Report directly to President, CEO. Plan and coordinate daily production schedule in accordance with company and client requirements for an outbound telesales call center.  Operate and maintain a SCO-Unix call processing server and a MS-SQL data server. Design, build, optimize, and maintain company website. Design and build MS-Access database applications and interfaces. Write rules files and processes to maintain compliance with company and client requirements and state and federal laws. Maintain server backups. Develop and implement procedures and documentation for all aspects of computer room operations. Train supervisory and office staff on equipment and procedures. Write procedures and equipment operations guide for staff use and training.

9/02 – 10/07: Freelance Website Design, Developer

Website design and development, search optimization, and hosting for small business and 501(c)3 organizations using CSS, PHP, MYSQL, HTML, XHTML, Photoshop, Fireworks, and Dreamweaver.

2/99-8/02: Technical Efficiency Specialist, Assistant Branch Manager: DialAmerica Marketing Inc.

Technical Efficiency Specialist: Develop database applications and interfaces using MS-Excel, MS-Access, and MS Visual Basic for Applications.  Write internal technical documentation and manuals.  Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain telecom and computer equipment at multi-state locations. Provide in house and telephone technical training and support to branch staff and management.

Assistant Branch Manager: During the time I held the Assistant Branch Manager position the branch ranked number one in its division for quality and production, with production levels that ranged from 15-20% above all other divisional branches.  Manage a sales team of Telephone Sales Representatives (TSRs). Develop and implement new hire and residual training and incentive programs to aid in goal attainment and to enhance retention of quality TSRs.

Website Links

The following links are to currently live static and dynamic websites I have designed and built. These sites, logos, and graphics were created using HTML, CSS, PHP, MYSQL, JavaScript, Macromedia DreamWeaver, Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Flash, and Macromedia Fireworks.

http://coyotecreation.com  My personal site with portfolio

http://affalonhawke.com A site for artists producing high quality handcrafted jewelry and gift items.

http://urbanzamboni.com My husband's all original music project.

http://whitehead-immigrationlawyer.com/ A site for an immigration law practice in Florida.

http://elizabethpwhitehead.com A site for an attorney in private practice in Florida.

http://mytransformationpartners.com A site incorporating Flash graphics for a change management consultant.

http://voicesfromthepews.org A Catholic dialogue blog and information site.

http://spiritualjoyinstitute.com  A site for a personal growth consultant.

http://sjvianneyparish.org St. John Vianney Parish, NJ.

http://mytechnologyparish.com Telecom and technology services for parishes and churches.

http://myteachingpartners.com  Technology services for educators in the New Jersey area.

http://wualliance.com   A site designed for a computer services company.

http://auntiesgarters.com A fashion accessories startup.

http://womensalliancerecovery.org  A non-profit organization offering recovery services.

http://the-covenant.org  A local non-profit organization which works with at risk juveniles. 

http://mytutoringpartner.com  A site offering computer training services.  

http://newanglenoveltys.netfirms.com/  A flamboyant site for an individual selling novelty gift items.