I am seeking either local or remote-work opportunities that allow me to apply my skills in e-learning design and development, instructional design, graphic design, video production, animation, and illustration to client projects.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Independent Contractor 9/12 to present - Murrieta, CA
• Produce e-learning courses and training materials for clients using a variety of software packages including
authoring, multimedia, web development, 2D/3D animation, video and image editing tools
• Perform instructional design, script writing, development and project management for a wide variety of
training and e-learning projects in the corporate, higher education, and K12 spaces
• Lead and manage creative development teams, subcontractors, and clients throughout project life cycles
• Work with clients to design and develop comprehensive e-learning and media strategies that work within
time and budget constraints
• Clients include Toshiba America Medical Systems, SIATech, TurboTAR, Inc., Platinum Asset Solutions

Toshiba America Medical Systems 11/11 to 8/12 - Irvine, CA
Manager, Education Development
• Managed short-term curriculum development and long-term education strategies for sales training, customer training and field applications
• Worked cross-functionally with various business units to assess, design, develop, implement and evaluate state-of-the-art training programs using various delivery methodologies including but not limited to computer-based, web-based, video-based, instructor-led, self-study, and simulation
• Produced multimedia training materials for clinical applications team using a variety of software packages including multimedia authoring, web development, 2D/3D animation, video and image editing tools
• Consulted with instructors, business units, training managers, and internal customers to recommend improvements, revisions, enhancements, and product-related updates to course content
• Made recommendations to executive management regarding which programs would yield value to the organization
• Stayed abreast of new training technologies by attending seminars and workshops

Education To Go (a part of Cengage Learning) 5/06 to 10/11 - Temecula, CA
Senior Multimedia Instructional Designer
• Created illustrations and interactive media elements that supported and enhanced on-line course content
• Developed and designed workflows and user interfaces for next-generation proprietary
learning management system and on-line classroom
• Planned, shot, edited, and deployed video content for use in internal training, marketing and courses
• Conceptualized, storyboarded, and produced multimedia Flash marketing pieces
• Conceptualized and designed logos for new programs, products and services
• Worked with editors and instructors to ensure all course visuals were accurate, professionally executed,
consistent and supportive of course content
• Identified, researched and recommended new technologies for improving course content and workflow

Freelance 7/05 to 5/06 - Murrieta, CA and/or on-site
• Created multimedia Flash presentations for clients in technology and medical device sectors
• Designed, illustrated and animated Flash ad banners
• Created 3D animation, motion graphics and compositing effects for corporate video and litigation use • Clients included Binary Pulse, Groovy Like a Movie (GLAM), Sassy Sisters, and DK Global, Inc.

Zagnoli McEvoy Foley LLC 11/03 to 5/05 - 401 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Multimedia Designer
• Designed clear and to-the-point trial graphics for video, multimedia, and print for use in a courtroom setting
• Took complex technical information and concepts and presented the information in an easy-to-understand
manner through the use of 3D animation, motion graphics and still image design
• Worked closely with ZMF visual consultants and other members of the design team to ensure visuals were
concise, focused, professionally executed, consistent and supportive of the litigation strategy
• Prepared files for outside vendors such as printers and duplication houses
• Compressed video, animation and stills for multimedia and internet use
• Planned, shot and edited video using miniDV format and Final Cut Pro
• Designed logos and identity packages for ZMF LLC products and services
• Designed Zinfluence monthly newsletter and performed updates to the ZMF web site

Midland Video Productions, Inc. 5/98 to 9/02 - Milwaukee, WI
Motion Graphics Artist /Animator
• Created 3D animation, motion graphics and compositing effects for video and broadcast television
• Designed and programmed web sites, interactive CD-ROMs and DVDs for clients and employer
• Designed and created promotional print materials
• Compressed video and stills for multimedia and internet use
• Met with clients for project planning and collaboration • Interviewed, hired, and art directed interns
• Clients included Toshiba Medical, Hollister, Inc., IRIS International, Children’s Hospital, ABB/RYOBI,
American Cancer Society, Miller Brewing Company, The Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Modern Business Solutions, Columbia Hospital, S.C. Johnson Wax

Spectrum Creative 9/95 to 5/98 - Milwaukee, WI
Junior Illustrator
• Designed promotional print materials using QuarkXpress, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Created illustrations both traditionally and digitally
• Illustrated storyboards for television commercials
• Rendered point-of-purchase displays and products
• Created layouts for advertisements
• Clients included Coca-Cola Company, Miller Brewing Company, Harley-Davidson, Stroh’s Brewing Company, Snap-On Tools, Tecumseh Motor Engines, Kohl’s Department Stores

DIGITAL MEDIA DEVELOPMENT SKILLS
• Advanced level proficiency with:
Adobe Creative Suite/Creative Cloud:
Illustrator, Photoshop, Flash, After Effects, Dreamweaver, Premiere and Acrobat
Authoring (e-learning):
Articulate Studio, Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia (Windows and Mac)
Apple: Final Cut Pro (7 and X), Compressor, iBooks Author
Microsoft Office: PowerPoint, Word
Web: HTML / HTML5, XHTML, CSS / CSS3
CMS: Wordpress, WebsiteBaker
LMS: proficient with Moodle, SumTotal, Angel, Coursebuilder (proprietary LCMS)
Video production: Video/DSLR camera operation, lighting, audio, teleprompter and green screen setup
3D: Modeling, texturing, rigging/skinning, lighting, rendering, and animation using Autodesk Maya
Other: Unity, online video delivery, blogging, podcasting, FTP
Social media: YouTube, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Second Life, Flickr
• Basic/intermediate level proficiency with: JavaScript, JQuery / JQuery Mobile, ActionScript 2/3, Excel, XML
• Operating system proficiency with Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP Pro, Mac OS X, iOS

EDUCATION AND TRAINING
• Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree (B.F.A.) in Illustration, Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, May 1995
• Completed 12-week Maya Intensive Training Program at the Renaissance Center in Dickson, TN from 9/02-12/02

OTHER EXPERIENCE / MEMBERSHIPS
• Instructor at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, Continuing Education Program for: Introduction to Web Design: Fall 2000, Spring/Fall 2001, Spring 2002
Introduction to Adobe After Effects: Spring 2001
• Member, Milwaukee Area Lightwave User Group, Fall 11/2000-8/2002
• Associate Member, eLearning Guild, 2010-present

RECOGNITION
• Honored as a co-producer for “Renee’s Story”
Chicago/Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Arts and Sciences
Nominated for Outstanding Achievement for Documentary Programs-Current Significance, 2000-2001 Chicago/Midwest Emmy Awards