To obtain a position where I can maximize my abilities by helping a team to exceed top management expectations while effectively balancing the needs of the company and the customer.
SUMMARY
Internet professional with over six years experience in increasingly responsible positions in Web Development, Project Management, Information Architecture and Human Factors. Major Strengths include:
* Outstanding productivity as a Manager in multiple disciplines.
* Strong leader and team builder, consistently motivating others toward success.
* Masters in Information Technology - In Progress.
* Unique combination of expertise in information architecture, web development, entertainment, philanthropy, psychology, teaching and management.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: Aug. 2000 - Mar. 2001
Senior Site Developer Sapient (http://www.sapient.com)
Site Development Discipline Lead
Directed, mentored and coordinated discipline resources for the Los Angeles Metro Area. Lead the implementation of large client engagements.
A list of my Sapient projects (my
role) Nissan (Implementation Lead /Sr. Site Developer) Scudder Weisel (Sr. Site Developer) Wal-Mart (Sr. Site Developer)
Mar. 2000 - Aug. 2000
Manager, Information Architecture eHobbies.com (http://www.ehobbies.com)
Managed and coordinated IA resources and project progress. Created a framework that:
* Clarified the mission and vision of the project, balancing the needs of the organization and the needs of the audience.
* Helped determine what content and functionality the site would contain.
* Specified how users would find the information defining the organization, navigation, labeling and searching systems.
* Mapped out how the site would accommodate change and growth over time.
* Wrote Usability Test Scripts, oversaw testing and reviewed testing results to identify areas that required attention.
Aug. 1998 - Mar. 2000
Information Architect MarchFIRST(http://www.marchfirst.com) Functional Lead & Information Architect - NBC.com
Authored, managed and executed the implementation details, identified production milestones. Evaluated production resource and time requirements, integration of graphical and programming elements, creation of site diagrams, functional schematics and identification of all content modules. Supervised, advised and trained production team. Created navigation structure and interface layouts in conjunction with the Design Team. Reviewed graphic elements, navigation system, frame arrangement, etc., in relation to all technical/production factors of the site for feasibility, web-translatability, and usability.
Project Manger - NBC Store
Managed all stages of development from proposals and requirements definition through development, testing, and implementation for $100k to $500k. Responsibilities include acting as the main client contact, managing client expectations, assembling and managing a project team, providing (accurate) work estimates, creating a project plan and budget estimates, managing project financials and contracts, writing project documentation, managing project timeline, tracking actuals and reporting project status. Have a solid understanding of each functional area in the company in order to effectively sell and manage those aspects of our services.
Intern Supervisor
Spearheaded effort to create an internship program. All interns are currently part of the NBC Team, but future plans for expansion are being considered. Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and managing all interns.
Apr. 1998 - Jun. 2000
Owner/Creative Director
Web Rave
Provided comprehensive Internet services including web design,
hosting, marketing, and custom graphics. Have created sites from inception to completion
for small businesses, non-profit organizations, and individuals. View Client List.
Dec. 1996 - Apr. 1998
Senior Web Designer
NetPage Communications, Inc. (no longer in business) Handled all aspects of web design including coding, scripting, custom graphics, animation, client interaction and site maintenance.
EDUCATION:
Masters in Information technology GPA: 3.9
Keller Graduate School of Management - In Progress
Specialization and elective courses completed include: Groupware, Information Technology for Management, Database Concepts and Strategic Management of Technology & Innovation.
BA in Psychology - UCLA, 1992
UCLA Extension:
Oct. 1998 - Javascript
Apr. 2001 - Animation for the Web
Ongoing - UCLA Instructor's Program
Other:
Jul. 1999 - User Interface Engineering
Feb. 2000 - Web Design2000 Thunderlizard, Atlanta
May 2000 - Information Architecture & Usability Tracks, WebLA
TECHNOLOGY EXPERIENCE
HTML, JavaScript, DHTML, Illustrator, Homesite, Director, Fireworks, Flash, PhotoShop, Image Ready, PC and Mac environments.
MEMBERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATIONS
Toastmasters International, WITI (Women In Technology International), SAG, AFTRA, UCLA Alumni Association.
Current Scholarship Advisor - UCLA chapter of Delta Gamma.