Currently working full-time as a web developer at Elvis.

I am a web designer and Flash developer with over 6 years of experience in producing interactive media for the web and other applications. My broad range of skills also includes presentations and layout and design for print.

I am hard working self-starter, with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills. I thrive in a team environment, and am able to take the initiative where required.

Below is a summary of my key skills, experience and education. This CV is available for download in MS Word or PDF format.

I have been involved in design since college, and have specialised in web design and development for the past 6 years. My key interest lies in Flash based interactive media for the web and standalone applications.

I have experience in producing web pages and other media for large corporate clients as well as designing for smaller promotional sites and online advertising media.

I have also been involved in the production of DVD video content, promotional documents and presentations.

 

 

Web Developer, ELVIS

May 2007 — present

 

Freelance Web Designer/Developer

March 2005 — May 2007

Various freelance assignments, working with agencies and directly with clients.

Web Designer/Developer, Kugel

October 2003 — March 2005

I worked as a freelance Flash developer and web designer with Kugel from October 2003 to June 2004.
I was then offered a full time position.

My role involved the production and design of Flash and HTML content for mainly high-end property
developer sites. Other projects included the production of CD ROM content for both Kugel pitch presentations
and for clients.

Responsibilities

• Multimedia design, development and production, using Flash MX and Dreamweaver
• Work with programmers to integrate Flash content with ASP applications
• Production of bespoke CD ROMs using Flash MX and SWF Studio
• Production of a presentation system using Flash MX
• Video editing and DVD production using Adobe Premier Pro
• Advanced Actionscript CD ROMs, online flash content and presentations
• Integration of Flash with online data sources
• Implementation of ASP, javascript for DHTML and CSS

Web Designer/Developer, Perspectives Red Cell

January 2001 — October 2003

I worked at Perspectives Red Cell as a web designer/developer from January 2001. Initially, I was part
of a team of three designers and developers, but for the last ten months of my employment, was the sole resource for interactive media.

I developed an excellent working relationship and reputation within the agency. I was responsible for accepting briefs in tandem with various creative teams. Working with these teams, I advised on the technological opportunities available, and developed a diverse range of online promotional media. I was also required to convert existing printed media to a format suitable for the web.

Responsibilities

• Development and production of online games using Flash
• Multimedia development and production, using Flash MX and Dreamweaver
• Work with programmers to implement Flash integration with ASP applications to interface with SQL databases
• Production and development of rich media advertising, including overlays, banners and HTML emails
• Production of interactive Acrobat PDF documents, including forms
• Production of pitch documents, other marketing material and templates for internal and external clients, using MS Office XP
• Advanced Actionscript for games development and data integration
• Implementation of ASP, VBScript, javascript for DHTML and CSS
• VBA macros and templates for MS Office applications

Presentation Graphics, Layout & Design, Freelance
October 2000 — January 2001

Presentation Graphics, Total Research
February 1997 — October 2000

Temporary Assignments
November 1996 – February 1997

Marketing and Sales Co–ordinator, Astra Security Products
15 March – October 1996

Personal Assistant (part time), Paul Garfield Consultants (South Africa)
November 1995 – February 1996

November 1995 - February 1996
Shop Assistant (part time), Look and Listen Music Store (South Africa)

Freelance Photographer
July 1992 - February 1996

Marketing Assistant/Archivist, David Whiteheads & Son (South Africa)
November 1993 - February 1994

Tertiary Education

National Diploma in Photography (Technikon Natal, Durban, South Africa)

The National Diploma in Photography is a full-time three year diploma course.

Subjects

• Practical Photography
• Photographic Theory
• Visual Communication
• Business Management