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Texas Association
of School Boards, Austin, TX
Senior Interactive Designer, October 2004 to Present
- Conceptualize effective graphical user interfaces for desktop and
browser based applications. Assess client needs and establish user-focused
specifications implementing HTML, JavaScript, and DHTML.
- Develop character
sketches, storyboards, and mood boards for interactive demonstrations
and ads. Created and led the production of the BoardBook online demo.
Received TASB Innovation Award honoring efforts noted as “TASB’s
best presentation to date.”
- Initiate usability tests and compile findings into detailed design
proposals. Develop style guide standards and advise developers in
establishing visual design consistency.
- Direct the successful implementation of web interfaces. Received
companywide honors for the SMART Medicaid interface design. Overhauled
TASB’s intranet interface which contributed to users finding
information in 21% less time and with fewer clicks from the homepage.
- Manage web tasks through company content management system and collaborate
with team in ensuring site maintenance.
Texas
Education Agency, Austin, TX
Graphic Designer III, August 2001 to October 2004
- Developed a variety of collateral including logos, illustrations,
posters, website designs, pamphlets, annual reports, and catalogs using
the latest design applications and technologies. Consulted with Agency
staff on design goals.
- Established the design for the “Education in Review” print
campaign highlighting statistical research data set against playful
illustrations. Awarded a Gold Star at TSPRA’s annual School Communicators
Conference.
- Redesigned TEA’s internet and applied accessibility standards
to ensure compliance with governmental guidelines. Functioned as content
manager for department’s intranet presence.
- Initiated Agency procedures for integrating design services with
the web production team. Coordinated offset printer, contractor, and
supplier services. Reduced costs for the department by researching
and implementing alternative printing techniques and fulfillment options.
Portaris,
Inc., Austin TX
Art Director, January 2000 to July 2001
- Managed all aspects of the design department
from concept to final client approval. Conducted interviews, participated
in employee evaluations, and tracked the department’s billable
hours.
- Collaborated with project managers in
creating Gantt charts and outlined project milestones. Ensured established
goals were met by closely interacting with project managers, designers,
and producers on a daily basis. Prepared weekly departmental status
reports, proposals, estimates and detailed usability studies.
- Designed efficient and user-centric graphical
interfaces for corporate internet, intranet, and extranet sites within
tight deadlines.
- Supervised designers and provided creative
direction on all design work to ensure quality. Instructed junior
designers in preparing artwork for web production.
- Produced Flash animations and developed
web identities. Completed several successful client
projects including builderhomesite.com, hotlinkinc.com, physia.com, marquisbank.com, dynegy.com,
and others. Designed the Austin AdFed
website interface and worked with the VP of Design in its production.
Directed the design of the Central Texas Direct Marketing Association site
and ensured brand consistency.
- Demonstrated ability to conceive and produce
projects within narrow time frames. Integral in
landing the Builder Homesite account by developing an interactive kiosk and
delegating tasks among internal design staff to meet deadline.
- Awarded second place in the 2000 Air Austin
Accessibility Rally. Envisioned the overall look of the site and
tested the site for screen reader compatibility.
Rezendes
Design, Austin TX
Freelance Designer, September 1992 to Present
- Develop successful print and web based
solutions for clients under tight budgetary and time restrictions. Specialize
in creating websites, 4C illustrations, multi-page catalogs, posters, logos
and other collateral.
- Market services to prospective clients
through promotional campaigns. Coordinate printing and fulfillment. Procure
subcontractor services as needed.
- Founded a line of scenic screen savers
and marketed them to local retailers on Nantucket Island, MA. Licensed
photography from well known local artist and negotiated contract. Designed
and coordinated all packaging, invoicing, order fulfillment, and maintained
inventory.
- Recognized locally for T-shirt designs
and poster graphics including two first place awards in KGSR’s annual
T-shirt design competition and a bronze IABC award.
JH&A
Advertising, Austin, TX
Graphic Designer, March 1996 to August
1996
- Developed and produced collateral material for local high-tech companies
including 3M, Ross Technologies, IBM, Clinicor, and Art Carved. Developed
the AMD screen saver and other promotional material.
Bells
Advertising, Austin, TX
Graphic Designer, October 1994 to March 1996
- Designed promotional, recognition, education,
and awareness campaigns. Projects included
color catalogs, logo development, and product illustrations for national
events.
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