Interactive and web professional with more than 10 years practical experience and 6 as a post secondary instructor, in web design, digital imaging, Flash development, video and motion graphics, and animation.  Experience also includes management; the development, preparation and facilitation of courses. Strong focus on maintaining creative excellence, creating positive relationships for both internal and external clients.   

2011 - current - Surrey School District - Surrey Connect - Web Communication Specialist

• Support and train teachers in the use of Blackboard Learn 9.1
• Assist in administering Blackboard Learn 9.1
• Maintain and support Blackboard LMS course shells
• Develop web solutions for Surrey Connect
• Create and deliver Blackboard training workshops
• Support and development of Social Media solutions - surreyconnectnews.com
• Support for digital media solutions
• Create and maintain Google analytics, AdWords and Facebook advertising
• Administer and support Lynda.com
• Support Tell me more - language lms

2008 - 2011 - Douglas College - Web Designer

• Worked on corporate website using CMS – Active 9.0 (formerly Ironpoint)
• Developed and implemented new site Design including Information architecture, prototyping, usability testing
• Developed and upgraded site to W3 standards
• Implementation of javascript functionality into site
• Implementation of jquery galleries into site
• Implementation of Flash advertisements into site
• Developed prototype designs for departmental sub-sites and the implementation  of  these designs using XHTML and CSS
• Ongoing maintenance and content updating of the main college site.
• Implemented SEO initiatives
• Developed and designed web banners for various departments

2008-1996 - Delta, Surrey, Vancouver, BC - Self Employed Digital Media Expert

• Performed freelance & contract work for small to medium business clients which included web site development, Flash Development, SEO, CD Cover graphics, Book Cover, print advertising, logo development, video & motion graphics

2007-2008 - Pacific Audio Video Institute - Vancouver, BC - Digital Media Instructor

• Developed course materials
• Developed lesson plans for all course offerings
• Classroom instruction

2003-2007 - IDA /Art Institute of Vancouver - Vancouver, BC - Digital Media Instructor

• Developed Curriculum for up to 6 course offerings in interactive media and graphic design
• Course Development in digital mapping, web design/development and video production, animation and the fundamentals of design
• Responsible for the creation and documentation of all lesson plans for courses assigned
• Facilitated information sessions and recruited students
• Classroom instruction in several course offerings for between 15 and 35 students per class
• Played a leadership role and mentored students who were approaching graduation
• In addition to required work, tutored students that required additional help in various areas of their curriculum
• Attended seminars and courses to ensure skills were current and relevant to maintaining a high level of service

2002 - LaSalle College - Vancouver, BC - Digital Media Instructor

• Developed course materials
• Developed lesson plans for all course offerings
• Classroom instruction

2000-2001 Edward Lee Productions - Surrey, BC - Multi-Media Supervisor

• End to end project management
• Managed day to day projects for 3 multi-media and web designers
• Presentation, proposal, and contract development
• Website & Flash production, video editing and production