Resume
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OBJECTIVE
Seeking to apply my existing skills, knowledge, and experience to challenging projects, for a position in a results-oriented company that seeks an ambitious and career conscious person, where acquired skills and education will be utilized toward continued growth and advancement.
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ STRENGTHS
Web Development: HTML/XHTML/CSS, JavaScript, PHP/MySql, ColdFusion, MS SQL Server 2000/2005, SQL, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Social Media Optimization (SMO), Information Architecture (IA),Content Management Systems (CMS), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Internet Marketing .
Applications: Adobe Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Image Ready, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel. Power Point),MS Outlook 2000/2003.
Network:TCP/IP, LAN, Windows OS, Mac OS X, DHCP/SMTP/POP/HTTP/FTP, Firmware/ Software updates, Hardware upgrades.
Additional: Systematic Troubleshooting, Network Integration, Tech Support, Training, Planning, and Execution, International Experience.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jun 2009 – Nov 2009 | Shamburg Auto Sales | Kernersville, NC
Web Marketing Specialist/ Web Manager/ fulltime
- Managed and researched numerous adsources for Internet Marketing, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), and Social Media Optimization (SMO) vehicle listings for Shamburg Auto Sales.
- Social Media Integration and Strategy development to create interactive engagement and portability of site content with use of Twitter, FaceBook, and other Social Media web services.
- RSS feed integration into http://www.shamburgautosales.com website for TwitterFeed pull of vehicle inventory to various Social Media and Social Networking Services.
- Use of ILM (Internet Lead Management) and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) for email, call tracking, and various other lead generating sources.
- System Administration of LAN, providing Local Area Network support for Shamburg Auto Sales.
Jun 2007 – Feb 2009 | http://www.amistaff.com | High Point, NC
Web Developer/ fulltime
- Content management of nearly 400 clients updating, creating custom web pages, and site maintenance.
- Use of HTML/CSS in document conversions for eSigTek clients converting several hundred documents.
- Website development from concept, design, to launch as either a stand alone website or cobranding for Amistaff HCT Nursetesting product line.
- Social Media Development http://blog.amistaff.net/ and Twitter: http://twitter.com/amistaff/ to create and drive traffic to our products, increase page rankings, for SEO and SMO.
- System Administration of LAN/WAN, providing Local Area Network support for Amistaff HCT.
Sept 2005- Mar 2007 | http://www.Batanga.com | Greensboro, NC
Web Developer/fulltime
- Monitored and maintained daily updates to the main Batanga website and mini/mirco-sites.
- Assisted with the flow of information from the content production group in the creation of new web identities from original concept to design and launch.
- Modified or edited HTML/XHTML/CSS/ASP/JavaScript/Flash and more, to existing pages.
- Skilled and experienced in Rich Media, Ad Development, E-Blasts, Mini/Micro-Sites, and the design/development of websites. Some experience in using CMS.
- Partnered with graphic/web designers, programmers, and sales people to build e-blasts, micro-sites, and entire websites.
- Ability to take Photoshop comps from origination to completion by utilizing HTML/XHTML/CSS, and other various tools and techniques.
Contract and Freelance
Mar 2009 – May 2009 | http://www.cuberis.com | Durham, NC
Web Developer/ Contract
- Wordpress Development for http://www.waxMAMA.com creating a custom Wordpress theme, for static and dynamic pages, posts, rss feeds, daily email blasts, and social media integration.
- Taking Photoshop comps from origination to completion by using HTML/XHTML/CSS, and other various tools and techniques.
- Provided site content management, monitering, and maintained many of Cuberis clients websites by updating, creating custom web pages, troubleshooting bugs, and site maintenance.
- Modified or edited HTML/XHTML/CSS/PHP/MySql/JavaScript/Flash and more, to existing pages.
- System Administration of Web Server, LAN/WAN, providing Local Area Network support for Cuberis.
Jan 2009 – current | http://www.latinurbansummit.com | Thousand Oaks, CA
Web Developer/ Freelance
- The first Urban Latin music conference of its kind using Wordpress as blogging platform, to bring attention to this exciting event.
- Using a prebuilt template that was customized for the client to handle advertisements, sponsors, and other required enhancements.
- Image customization, to include sponsors and artist images, to better integrate with the overall look of the website.
- Optimized for search engines to include URL submission to search engines, keywords in copy, and sitemap submittal for search engine indexing.
Jan 2009 – current | http://www.movingwritealong.com | Roanoke, VA
Web Developer/ Freelance
- Targeting publishers in need of a writer, editor, and advisor for content, copy, and manuscript services MovingWriteAlong.com will present a vital web presence to promote the clients services showing samples of previous work, that will be available too either view or download.
- Teamed up with a graphic designer to design, develop, and launch movingwritealong.com.
- Using Wordpress as the core technology for the client’s website as Content Management System (CMS) provides a means to easily update, add new content, and maintain the website.
Jan 2009 – current | http://www.bodysenserv.com | Roanoke, VA
Web Developer/ Freelance
- Working with pre-existing build from another designer, the website required a major revamp of the entire site structure from the ground up.
- Original site HTML files contained inline, embedded styles, nested tables, and depredated coding. The site also was not properly indexed by search engines cause it not to rank well.
- Website was updated to full usability and browser compatibility across multiple platforms (IE 7, Firefox 2.xx/ 3, Safari)
- As directed by the client the original graphics and over all look of the original website was kept intact though the process.
- Integrated with a Content Management System (CMS) using Wordpress allowing the client to manage their own site.
May 2007 | http://www.Artisfineart.com | Advance, NC
Web Designer/ Freelance
- Redesign of the DS Exhibits website consisting of the logo, site layout, and information architecture.
- Utilized CSS for tableless layout and Navigation. Javascript Highslide for Artist Gallery Show.
- Optimized for search engines to include URL submission to search engines, keywords in copy, and sitemap links.
Feb 2007 | http://www.CCCbyCody.com | Miami Beach, FL
Web Designer/ Freelance
- Designed, developed, and maintained website to show artist gallery to potential clients.
- Utilized a CSS tableless layout, optimized for search engines, and JavaScript to display art galley with a transparent overlay.
- Established quality client relationships through consistent communication and service.
Education/Training/Clearence
May 2006 | Guilford Technical Community College | Jamestown, NC
Associates in Internet Technologies
10 May, 2005 | Guilford Technical Community College | Jamestown, NC
Internet Technologies/ Web Developer (Certificate)
Nov 1993- Feb 1994 | Communications- Electronics School, Twenty- nine Palms, CA
Secret Security Clearance, Department of Defense, ENTNAC-SBI, adjudicated 23 April 1998
WORK HISTORY
- Web Developer, Amistaff Healthcare Technologies- 2007 – 2009
- Web Developer, Batanga, Inc – 2005-2007
- IT Integration Specialist, Advanced Visual Environments – 2001-2005
- Associate Communication Services Technician, Lucent Technologies – 2000-2001
- Communication Supervisor/ Radio Operator, U.S Marine Corps- 1993-2000
