Kristy Sullivan, UX/UI Designer

Core Concepts

• User Interface Design, Usability, Web Architecture
• Multi-browser, multi-platform design
• Wireframing Applications
• Prototyping
• Accessibility (Section 508, WAI)
• Information Architecture
• Search Engine Optimization
• Graphic Design and Illustration
• Multimedia (MP3, Streaming Flash)

Web Programming Languages

• CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)
• HTML, XHTML, XML, DHTML
• Ability to work with PHP, SSI, PERL, CGI, ASP.net, JSP, and JavaScript
• JS Frameworks (jQuery, Mootools)
• CSS Frameworks (Blueprint, 960 Grid)
• Server Experience (Virtual and Dedicated, UNIX, Linux, and Windows Servers)

Software

• Fluent on both Mac and PC (Windows XP & Vista) platforms
• Adobe & Macromedia (Acrobat, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Corel (Draw, Paint, WordPerfect)
• Microsoft (Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher, Visio, Visual Web Developer, Word, Outlook, Outlook Express)
• FTP & SFTP (Filezilla, Yummy)
• File Libraries (WinCVS)
• Telnet (PuTTY - Win32 and Unix platforms, Terminal - Mac)
• CMS (AcuWeb Updater - setup and mod to site)
• eCommerce (Magento - install, set up and mod to site)
• Blog (Wordpress, Blogger - install and mod to site)
• Forum (phpBB - install and mod to site)
• Photo Management (Plogger - install and mod to site)
• Task Software (DotProject, MANTIS)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Flickr!, LinkIn)
• reCAPTCHA integration with web forms

Other Skills

• Ability to work closely with Development staff on projects to create Web applications, Web sites, and solve technical and usability issues
• Desktop Publishing (business cards, letterhead, invoices, etc.)
• Digital Photography and Photo Touch-up
• Excellent communication skills and ability to get along with people
• Full classroom teaching experience (3 years)
• Graphics for Print (knowledge of printing prep)
• Presentation Experience
• Research and Documentation
• Sales Experience
• Web Application Training
• Basic computer workstations and peripheral setup
• Familiarity of Request for Proposals (RFP) for portals and businesses
• Writing Help Documentation
• Ability to conduct extensive research for projects
• Domain Name Registration and DNS

Job Experience

Web Interface Developer

Acuity Marketing Communications (Franklin, TN)
Years Employed (Jan. 2007-present)

Works with the Acuity customer support team and clients utilizing or needing Acuity web-based business solutions to define and scope new functionality, system customizations and modifications; and to implement solutions based on approved scopes of work.

Manages technical development of web-based applications and systems through successful conclusion, meeting delivery timelines, and is responsible for final QA review of all deliverables. Trains clients how to use Acuity web-based products.

Works with the graphic design team to implement new web sites. Wireframes and creates interfaces for web-based applications such as Content Management Systems, Contact Management, Photo Galleries, Flash-based Slideshows, and other similar systems with focus on usability, accessibility, and web standards. Coordinates with web development team for necessary back-end functionality, creates front-end HTML pages and other templates, develops and maintains CSS framework, and integrates JavaScript frameworks PERL, and PHP codes for websites.

Web Interface Designer

TennesseeAnytime (Nashville, TN)
Years Employed (Oct. 2004- Jun. 2006)

Responsible for creating the flow of eGovernment Web applications and designing and constructing the browser-based user interfaces for the applications. Works with the project manager and clients to develop the work flow of the application and creates HTML prototypes to demonstrate how the application should look and flow. Creates visually attractive interfaces based on principles of good design and usability. Ensures that text on application pages (HTML, XML, XHTML) or Java Server Pages (.jsp) is consistent, free of grammatical errors, and adheres to application style guidelines. Constructs application pages using current Web languages and techniques and ensures that the pages conform to standards of accessibility (e.g, Section 508, W.C.A.G.), HTML validation, and browser compatibility. Ensures the proper functioning and accessibility of any scripting or programming languages used and resolves problematic programming/interface/appearance issues. Responsible for ensuring that the application pages are consistent, accurate and up-to-date. This includes ensuring that changes are made at all places where the problem occurs and integrating new interface techniques as they are appropriate and become available. Contributes to the general functioning and effectiveness of the portal by undertaking other activities, such as special projects not in daily routine, creating presentations, or developing specific-need Web features. Other duties included creating graphics for print (name tags, promotional post cards, business cards, logo branding).

Web and Graphic Designer

Networthy Designs (Murfreesboro, TN)
Years Employed (Jul. 1997- Aug. 2004)

Create web sites, create professional graphics using PhotoShop, CorelDraw, and PhotoPaint, digital photography, digital photography touch-ups, FTP & Telnet, HTML coding, CSS (style sheets), JavaScript, MIDI creation, streaming MP3, streaming Real Audio & Video, Search Engine Submission & Optimization, working with multiple web browsers & screen resolutions, and Web Panel Control experience (creating e-mail accounts, users, etc.). Desktop publishing for professional brochures, business cards, letterhead, invoices, etc.

Education

M.A. Composition

Middle Tennessee State University (Murfreesboro, TN)
Years Attended (2002-2004)
Cumulative GPA 3.58. Full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant August 2002 to May 2004. Taught Music Theory to full classroom setting and Music Theory Tutoring to Individuals. Active participant in area music festivals.

B.M. Composition

Clayton College & State University (Morrow, GA)
Years Attended (1995-2000)
Minored in Flute Performance. Started a chapter and member of Sigma Alpha Iota. Music Club Member 1995-2000. Held office of secretary 1998.

Additional Information

• Three years experience teaching full classroom
• Four years experience tutoring one-on-one
• From August 2002 to May 2004, I was a full-time Graduate Teaching Assistant for Middle Tennessee State University.