Phone

(717) 475-2848
(717) 354-6765

Address

5533 Ellsworth Ave, Apt 3
Pittsburgh, PA
15232

Internet

zdr@me.com
Email - AIM


Purpose

To apply my knowledge and experience as a web and graphic designer to effectively develop engaging and creative solutions via the internet, print, and other digital mediums.

Education

  • Bachelors of Science (August 2006 - July 2010)
    University of Pittsburgh - Link
    Studying courses in Mathematics, Political Science, and Biological Sciences.
    University of Pittsburgh
    Pittsburgh, PA
    15260
    (412) 624-4141
  • High School Diploma (September 2002 - June 2006)
    Garden Spot High School - Link
    Studied college-level courses such as AP Calculus, AP Physics, AP Chemistry, and AP Biology. Excelled in art related classes such as Honors Art and Graphic Communications. Achieved High Honor roll status. Cumulative GPA: 4.6.
    669 East Main Street
    New Holland, PA
    17557
    (717) 354-1500

Employment

  • Davenport Design & Advertising2005-2009
    Web & Graphic Designer
    Designed, coded, and maintained websites for clients. Worked directly with clients on a per project basis to establish company identity and goals. Conversed via telephone and internet with client openly. Shared meetings with new, potential customers.
  • Eastern Lancaster County School District2001-2005
    Technical Assistant
    Performed installations, software updates, system reinstalls, and routine maintenance on school Macintosh and PC computers. Laid network and phone wire throughout building. Troubleshooted minor hardware and software issues. Unpacked, took inventory, set up, and cleaned computers throughout the district. Edited and completed post-production (DVD & VHS) of High School Graduation. Trusted with door master key and other vital information.
  • Antistupid Design1999-2009
    Web & Graphic Designer
    Designed and developed websites for clients over the internet. Created logos for companies, software packages, and services. Forced to adhere to deadlines. Collaborated with clients over the internet to suit their needs. Communicated via email and instant messaging. Other various freelance projects.

Skills

  • Web Design & Development
    Experienced at aesthetically pleasing front-end web site design using the latest web technologies available, including XHTML, and CSS. All web sites are constructed without the aid of object-oriented website building applications to acheive the maximum cross-platform and browser compatibility, increase scalability, allow fast and easy composition changes, decrease server bandwidth requirements and costs, and allow for the most design flexibility (handcode). Able to work efficiently with others to acheive a goal. Seasoned at developing website designs to target a specific age group or audience. Experienced in writing code to validate with strict standards set by the World Wide Web Consortium, so each site will have forward and backward compatibility - meaning your audience can view the website in it's original state, even as time progresses and technologies improve. Expert in javascript for enhanced interactivity and functionality. Expert knowledge of ExpressionEngine and various other content management systems.
  • Interface & Information Architecture Design
    Description coming soon.
  • Internet Marketing & Social Networking Implementation
    Description coming soon.
  • Graphic & Print Design
    Years of experience with digital graphic and print design. Mastery of vector software such as Adobe Illustrator and Macromedia Fireworks. Knowledge of manipulation software such Adobe Photoshop. Able to produce three dimensional rendering with Cinema 4D. Capable of producing large resolution graphics for print. Experiences with developing specialized, theme-driven graphic sets. Advanced skills in page layout software such as Adobe InDesign and Apple Pages. Capable of producing brochures, posters, stationary, and other print documents. Experience with flexible development processes.
  • Motion Graphics & Digital Production/Post-Production
    Able to create any video project from raw footage and ideas to a complete final product. Experienced with motion graphic programs, such as Apple Motion and Adobe After Effects, to add sophisticated and pleasing graphics to media productions. Mastery of digital video editing software such as Apple Final Cut Pro and Apple iMovie. Able to create and build complete DVD projects, complete with animated menus and custom transitions, using Apple DVD Studio Pro.
  • Technical Assistant
    Primarily exposed to Apple computers of all ages, small experience with Windows and Linux based systems. Able to perform installations, software updates, system reinstalls, routine maintenance, dignostics, and other troubleshooting techniques. Knowledge of running and splicing wires, connecting complex systems, organizing network closets and other spaces, and setting up systems.

Achievements

  • Dean's List Achievement2007-2008
    University of Pittsburgh
  • Eagle Scout RankJanuary 2006
    Boy Scouts of America Troop 172
  • Brotherhood MemberSeptember 2005
    Order of the Arrow, Wunita Gokhos Lodge 39 - Lancaster-Lebanon, PA
  • Confirmed MemberMarch 2004
    St. Stephen United Church of Christ - New Holland, PA
  • Garden Spot High Honor Roll2003 - 2006
  • Garden Spot Television Station2004 - 2006

Awards

  • Pitt TV2007
    University of Pittsburgh
  • 1st Place Web Design CompetitionMay 2005
    Pennsylvania State Technology Students Association
  • 1st Place Web Design CompetitionMay 2004
    Pennsylvania State Technology Students Association
  • 1st Place Desktop Publishing CompetitionMay 2006
    Pennsylvania State Technology Students Association
  • 2nd Place Desktop Publishing CompetitionMay 2004
    Pennsylvania State Technology Students Association
  • Academic All-Star2006
    Garden Spot High School Athletics

References

  • Mr. Eric Davenport
    Owner/Art Director - Davenport Design & Advertising
    376 East Main Street
    New Holland, PA
    17557
    (717) 354-0084
  • Mr. Paul Ciccone
    Graphic Designer - Vast Inspirations, LLC.
    (570) 691-8801
  • Mr. James Leonard
    Scoutmaster - Boy Scouts of America Troop 172
    835 Walnut Street
    New Holland, PA
    17557
    (717) 354-0037
  • Mr. Kent Sweigert
    Manager of Information Services - Eastern Lancaster County School District
    669 East Main Street
    New Holland, PA
    17557
    (717) 733-0415(717) 354-1500
  • Dr. Larry Burkhart
    Superintendent (retired) - Eastern Lancaster County School District
    213 Angela Drive
    New Holland, PA
    17557
    (717) 354-2542

More references availble upon request.