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Objective
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To creatively combine communicational, artistic, and technological abilities through a meaningful work experience in visual communication.
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Education
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Monmouth College
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Monmouth, IL
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- Bachelor of Arts, Art and Communication & Theatre Arts majors
- Concentration in Digital Media and Communication
- GPA 3.989/4.0
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May 2008
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Professional Skills
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- Strong artistic and aesthetic sensibilities.
- Proven relational and leadership skills in interpersonal, group, and public contexts.
- Proficiency in a variety of industry-standard software packages.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Strong abilities in layout and visual presentation of messages.
- Ability to critically evaluate message effectiveness in various contexts.
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Computer Skills
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Languages
- Proficient in: PHP, HTML, CSS, Lua, and mySQL.
- Familiar with: Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications, SQL, and JavaScript.
Software
- Digital Imaging and Video: All Adobe Creative Suite 3 Applications.
- 3D Animation: 3DS Max 5.1 and LightWave 3D 8.5.
- Web Development: phpMyAdmin, cPanel, and FTP clients.
- Platforms: Microsoft Windows (95-Vista) and Mac OSX (Tiger).
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Experience
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Magic Lantern, Inc.
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Monmouth, IL
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Programmer/Art Assistant/Web Developer/Tech Support Manager
- Assist in developing over 15 PC game titles, 2 books, and multiple websites.
- Facilitate communication with customers, co-workers, and supervisors.
- Cooperate with supervisors to carry out both daily and long-term tasks.
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2003-Present
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Monmouth College
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Monmouth, IL
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Macintosh Lab Assistant
- Maintain a lab of 14 iMacs by installing software and security updates.
- Oversee the purchase, installation, and maintenance of new hardware.
- Train students and professors on the use of the technology.
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2006-Present
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Self-Employment
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Monmouth, IL
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Personal Computer Tutor
- Teach senior citizens computing basics during weekly house calls.
- Demonstrate solutions to questions and provide hands-on training.
- Provide on-call services when needed.
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2007-Present
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Monmouth College
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Monmouth, IL
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Speech Communication Tutor
- Observe students' speeches, noting quality of content and delivery.
- Communicate feedback effectively to the students and their professors.
- Work with struggling students to improve their speeches.
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2006-Present
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Chicago Shakespeare Theater
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Chicago, IL
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Development Intern
- Worked closely with Executive Director and Database Administrator.
- Developed and utilized database technology to conduct audience analysis.
- Welcomed and assisted patrons as a member of the Front of House staff.
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Summer 2006
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Countryside Bible Church
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Monmouth, IL
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Youth Pastor Intern
- Organized weekly sermons, activities, trips, fund-raisers, and counseling.
- Ministered to over 80 youth ranging from preschool- to college-age.
- Managed schedules, rosters, and coaching for the youth softball team.
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Summer 2005
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Involvement
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Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society
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President (2007-2008)
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Blue Key Academic Honor Society
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Member (2007-2008)
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Campus Crusade for Christ
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Treasurer/Publicist (2006-2008)
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National Society of Collegiate Scholars
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Member (2005-2008)
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Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society
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President (2004-2005)
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Awards
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2004-2008
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Dean's List, Monmouth College
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2004-2008
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Merit Scholarship, Monmouth College
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2007
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First Place, Student Art Show (Sculpture), Monmouth College
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2007
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Waid Prize for Research Writing, Monmouth College
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2006
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First Place, Student Art Show (Sculpture), Monmouth College
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2005
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Second Place, Student Art Show (Drawing), Monmouth College
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2004
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Second Place, Freshman Writing Contest, Monmouth College
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References
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Available upon request. See the Contact page.
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