Gold Star

A Proud Achievement

In December 2010 I completed my Computer Programmer Diploma with Honours from the Sheridan Institute of Design and Technology. In May of 2010 I was nominated for and received the Xerox Award of Excellence in recognition of my hard work, commitment and dedication to my college career and the field of computer programming.

Experience

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Education

Diploma: Computer Programmer - Honours Sept. 2009 – Dec. 2010
Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Oakville
- Recipient of the Xerox Award of Excellence April 2010

Certificate: Art Fundamentals Sept. 2003 – April 2003
Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Oakville

office guy

Work History

Graphic / Web Designer: Altitude Graphics Inc., Oakville Feb. 2010-present; part-time
Creative art, design and marketing specializing in the aerospace industry

  • Design and maintain websites from the Photoshop planning phase to the testing stages and implementation
  • Write XHTML, CSS and jQuery to be WC3 standards and cross browser compliant, post implementation updates
  • Work on a range of print design projects including tradeshow signage, business materials and posters
  • Provide recommendations for time vs. cost effective solutions to meet clients requirements effectively and implement chosen solution

Graphic / Web Designer: ViewIT Technologies Inc., Burlington Jun. 2003-Jan 2010; full-time
Developers of design-related sales tools for home products industries, including 3Dream.net an online 3D interior design tool.

  • Work with the development team to implement XHTML, CSS and Javascript improvements to company websites
  • Designed successful magazine ads, signage, mailers, promotional materials, mass emails
  • Responsible for web design / management of company websites, SEO, creation of web banners, logo design, generic and custom product design, product packaging and creating prototypes for prospective clients
  • Developed accurate quotes for clients, managed and prioritized project deadlines while maintaining a consistent corporate identity

Customer Service Representative/Auto Service: Canadian Tire Inc., Burlington Mar 2001-Sep 2003; part-time
Canadian retailer of automotive parts, accessories and service, sports and leisure products, and home products.

  • Directly interacted with diverse groups of customers, received and processed their orders
  • Acted as the liaison between customers and the staff/mechanics, relayed information to each party in an accurately and easily understood manner
  • Remained calm and clear-thinking when interacting with difficult customers; resolved customer concerns quickly and professionally
  • Process final sales/payment transactions (cash, debit, credit)