Contact
Miranda Johnsen
Phone: (250) 818-0290
Victoria, BC. V9A 2J1 miranda@mirandajohnsen.comObjective
I’m seeking a position which would allow me to utilise my skills in the development of Web-based applications, desktop applications, or Web sites.
Summary of Qualifications
Design Skills
- Excellent interface design and layout skills.
- Strong conceptualization skills.
- Extensive experience designing for database-driven or dynamic interfaces.
- Experienced translating requirements into usable interfaces.
Technical Skills
- Expert use of design and prototyping tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks, etc.).
- Expert knowledge of standards compliant XHTML & CSS.
- JavaScript, ASP, Java and Apache Velocity development experience.
- Expert in assuring multiple browser support.
Software
Extensive knowledge and proffessional experience in these developer applications:
- Adobe Photoshop®
- Adobe Illustrator®
- Adobe InDesign®
- Adobe Acrobat Professional®
- Adobe Dreamweaver®
- Adobe Fireworks®
- Adobe Flash®
- QuarkXPress®
- Eclipse IDE
- TortoiseSVN
- Aptana IDE
Professional Experience
RealtyServer Systems
February 2004 - Present
Senior Creative Designer for a software company that offers complete MLS® systems for offline, online and hand held devices.
Online
- Site Interface Design for all online products and marketing.
- XHTML, CSS, Javascript and Velocity Template programming.
- Supply art direction to two junior designers.
- Create and maintain feature sheet template sets in XHTML & CSS that are functional for both printing and emailing for aproximatelly 18 Real Estate Boards across North America.
Offline
- Developmnent and deployment of all print campaigns including Trade Show banners, Corporate Brochures & Business Cards.
- Data Input Forms for over half a dozen Real Estate Boards across North America.
Giantinteractive
November 2002 - February 2004
Creative Designer at GiantInteractive, a fully integrated marketing solutions agency that offered a complete range of services, from innovative e-business solutions to integrated off line/on line strategies.
Online
- Static & Dynamic Website development.
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ASP & Access Database.
- Interface Design with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Fireworks.
- Search Engine Optimization.
Offline
- Brand Development.
- Print Advertising Campaigns.
- Direct Mail.
- Corporate Brochures.
5 Star Accommodations
June 2001 - July 2002
Web Developer & Print Design
- Print & website design & development.
- Information architecture/site implementation.
- HTML, JavaScript & ASP Development.
- Search Engine Optimization.
EMJAY Web Design
June 2001 - Present
Freelance Web Development & Print Design
Education
Information Technology and Applied Systems (ITAS)
Digital Media Technology Diploma Program
Malaspina University College, Nanaimo BC
Earned Diploma May 2001
- Dealt with digital implementation on the web in a PC & Macintosh environment.
- Focused on standards compliant HTML & CSS, JavaScript, ASP, IIS, SQL, Microsoft Access Database, XML & valid DTD’s, Flash & ActionScript.
- Web application development
- Interactive motion media (Flash & ActionScript)
- Digital video production (Final Cut Pro)
- Digital sound production & editing
- Networking overview, set up a virtual web site with Apache
Applied Graphic Design Diploma Program
Malaspina University College, Nanaimo BC
Earned Diploma May 2000
- Two-year program focusing on print media, the design process, production, Information architecture, time management, photography and typography.
- Core programs utilized were QuarkXpress, Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator.
Visual Arts
Malaspina University College, Nanaimo BC
1997 & 1998
- Drawing Courses
- Two Dimensional Design
- Three Dimensional Design
- Photography
References
Julian Ing
Former Director of Giantinteractive
julian@interstateagency.com604-764-8775 Cell
604-889-9821 ext. 101 Wrk
Jian Chen
Former Java Developer at RealtyServer Systems
chenjian1227@gmail.com13025 SE 26th St, Apt L201
Bellevue, WA, 98005
Cell: 425-829-1629
More references available on request