Hi There!

Me and the Cap'n If you’re here, you’re probably wondering about some of the jobs I’ve done. If you’re looking for examples of my work, you’ll want to head on over to my portfolio. Otherwise, you can scroll on down the page and have a look at what I’ve done, and what I can do for you.

Oh, and since you’re here, you may want to consider grabbing my vCard or a copy of my resume for your own, personal collection.

Anyways, you’re probably wondering who is this creative fellow? If you’re not, well you may still wish to read on as I’m about to talk about myself, and nothing is more entertaining than one talking about ones self, eh?

Officially I’m a Web Developer / Graphic Designer in school to further my knowledge and understanding of Design. Off the record, I’m a fun, dedicated individual with a knack for details. I’m hard-working, and I like to think that my mind operates just a bit outside of the box. You know, like if box was a town somewhere, I’m that guy who lives on the outside and people talk about in hushed, awed whispers. “You know,” they whisper, “that guy.

When I’m not hard at work, you can usually find me reading unhealthy amounts of books, walking, cycling, or at the computer designing stuffs. I’m also a casual video game player, and you can find me on XBox Live every once in a while (I’m a busy man!)

Web & Prototype Developer, Designer

Concept Interactive

2006 - 2008

Worked as a web and prototype developer with a focus on front-end presentation, usability, and functionality. Focused on bringing new ideas to the user experience in SharePoint, and worked to develop those ideas into feasible solutions.

  • In-depth use and leverage of SharePoint 2003 and MOSS 2007
  • Created custom solutions based on MOSS 2007 infrastructure and client requirements
  • Total corporate branding to both internal and external portal solutions
  • Managed development and testing of solutions as a lead developer
  • Worked extensively in the presentation layer of SharePoint, focusing on branding, user interaction, and ease of use

I.T. / Help Desk Support

Lutherwood

Summer 2005

Summer-time position working to create a new front-end website, as well as assisting with help desk ticket items.

  • Worked on front-end website solution
  • Assisted employees with a variety of ticket items
  • Built an application to help track down virus’ in system
  • Worked on-site at a variety of locations

Education

Mohawk College – Graphic Design Production (Digital Stream)

2008 – Present

  • Completed first year in Graphic Design Production – Digital program. Currently completing second and final year.
  • Acted as a Peer Tutor for fellow students, assisting them in areas of study.
  • Awarded Ontario Student Opportunity Trust Fund Bursary Award.
  • Awarded Mohawk College Brantford 25th Anniversary Bursary Award for school involvement.
  • Mohawk College Deans List for Academic Distinction in first and second semester.

Conestoga College – Computer Programming / Systems Analysis

2003 – 2006

  • Graduated with an Advanced Diploma.
  • Programmed in a variety of languages including: VB.Net, C#, VBScript, Java and PHP.
  • Learned how to analyze technology problems and propose feasible solutions.
  • For final project our team created operational CMS system for a DJ including wedding bookings, live song search, and iTunes library import support.

My Sweet Skills

I’m not just a pretty face you know, I’m also an educated individual. Here’s a couple of lists depicting some of my many skills. Seriously it would take pages and pages to list each and every skill I have. To that end, ‘individual eyebrow movement’ isn’t really a job-centric skill, so I’ve trimmed it down to something a little more manageable.

It’s just better for everyone.

Microsoft Tools

  • SharePoint PortalServer 2003 Development.
  • Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007 Development.
  • Microsoft Office 2000, 2003, 2007.
  • Microsoft SharePoint Designer.
  • Microsoft Office Plugin development.
  • Visual Studio 2003, 2005, 2008.
  • C#, VB.Net, VBScript.
  • Internet Information Services 6.0 (IIS).
  • SourceSafe, 2008 Team Foundation Server.

Adobe Creative Suite CS3

  • Photoshop, including photo correction.
  • InDesign, including imposition layouts, magazine layouts, and flier work.
  • Fireworks, primarily used in site design layouts.
  • Illustrator, including logo creation, poster and flier creation, and typographic work.

Other

  • Problem Analysis
  • Project Development and Management
  • WordPress Theme development
  • Website design and layout using WordPress as a CMS
  • PHP
  • Javascript
  • jQuery development