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Career Profile
Web Coordinator/Graphic and Web Designer/Professor
Experienced in the planning, design, production, and management of web-based
projects. Successful in directing the development process from initial
client meeting and project planning through production and delivery
of projects that achieve their objectives.
Core competencies include:
- Project Development and Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Mission and Project Plan Development
- Functional and Production Specification
- Audience Assessment and Usability Testing
- Flow Chart and Storyboard Visualization
- Information Architecture and Visual Interface Design
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Written and Verbal Communication
Knowledge of software and programming languages include:
- Macromedia Dreamweaver & BBEdit
- HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and PHP
- Inspiration & Visio
- Microsoft Project
- Adobe Photoshop & Macromedia Fireworks
- Adobe Illustrator
- Macromedia Flash & Director
- Quark XPress
Professional Experience
Web Development Consultant
Consultant for organizations from April 1998 to Present
Independent consultant specializing in the design, production and delivery
of small to medium sized information and e-commerce Web sites.
- Worked with organizations to help them identify their goals and
expectations and then presented a detailed plan for the development
of a site that supports such outcomes
- Designed the information architecture, navigation system, and visual
interface for prototypes and final projects soliciting client feedback
at specified stages of each project
- Developed secure systems for information and e-commerce transactions
resulting in increased program participation and higher than expected
online sales
- Trained staff to independently update sites and develop new areas
of content with confidence
Web Coordinator
Rowan University, Information Resources, October 1998 to December
2000
Responsible for the development and maintenance of web-based resources
that met the needs of all of the University’s audiences.
- Coordinated the development and maintenance of over 60 office, departmental
and resource Web sites and oversaw the entire University Web site
representing over 500,000 page views per month
- Implemented a University Web Style Guide as a reference tool for
faculty, staff and students needing information on University Web
Policy as applied to the development process
- Redesigned the information architecture, navigation system, and
visual interface of the University’s Web site in response to
the communication objectives of the administration and functional
needs of the site’s audience
- Introduced user centered design and usability testing practices
as a regular component in the project development process, contributing
to the creation of heavily used and reliable systems that require
minimal user support
- Developed a system to ensure regular information updates of all
University web sites by training over 35 site mangers in different
departments to use HTML editors, creating database-driven content
sites requiring individuals only possess basic word processing skills,
and providing direct support from the Web Coordinator’s office
Adjunct Professor
Cumberland County College, Art Department, Fall 1998 to Fall 2000
(5 Semesters)
Instructor for the following courses: Introduction to Computer Graphics,
Computer Illustration, and Desktop Presentations.
- Developed course curriculum gathering materials and creating assignments
- Educated students on the stages of project development process from
concept through to production of finished print and desktop presentations
- Provided real-life projects in class coordinating the development
of Web sites for the Art department and the student art show at the
College
Graduate Assistant/Information & Multi-Media Designer
University of Maine, Instructional Technologies, June 1997-June 1998
- Coordinated the research of computer technologies and the development
of multi-media projects including web sites and multi-media CD-ROMs
and kiosks.
- Supported faculty in their exploration and application of computer
technologies for use within the classroom, distance education, and
virtual learning environments
Web Sites
List available upon request or online at www.patrickackerman.com/portfolio
Professional Memberships
Graphic Artists Guild (GAG)
New York New Media Association (NYNMA)
Press and Awards
List available upon request or online at www.patrickackerman.com/awards
Conference Presentations and Workshops
Have made presentations and provided workshops at various professional
conferences and University related engagements
List available upon request or online at www.patrickackerman.com/presentations
Education
University of Maine, Orono, Maine
Master of Liberal Studies in Computer Technology, September 1997
to June 1998
Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah, Georgia
Graduate Studies in Master of Fine Arts Program, September 1996 to June
1997
Rowan University, Glassboro, New Jersey
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design, May 1996, Cum Laude
References
Available upon request
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