Resume
Objective
To secure a Junior UI/UX Designer position
Education
University of California, San Diego, CA, 2008 – March 2011
B.S. Cognitive Science, Specialization in Human-Computer Interaction
- Coursework and projects on Usability / User Experience / User Interface
- User experience design using rapid contextual design methodology
- Created functional wireframe mockups using HTML, CSS and JavaScript
- Developed user personas to draw a storyboard based on contextual interviews
- Cognitive analyses of interfaces with existing and emerging technologies
- Ethnographic and empathic design process from finding the needs of the user to designing an end product
- Analysis and redesign of existing web pages’ look and navigational architecture
- Group collaboration, analysis of behavioral data, and efficient data presentation
- Research methods include cognitive ethnography, direct observation, user interviews
San Diego Mesa College, San Diego, CA, 2006-2007
A. A. Transfer Studies (General education for transfer into University of California system)
Experience
Jennings & Associates Communications, Carlsbad, CA, 2010
Web Design Intern
- Implemented front-end website according to specifications in HTML, CSS, JavaScript
San Diego Mesa College, San Diego, CA, 2007-2008
Veteran Services Administrative Assistant
U.S. Navy, San Diego, CA, 2000-2005
Information Systems Technician 2nd Class Petty Officer
- Maintained a Top Secret: Sensitive Compartmental Information security clearance
- Managed the Joint Message Center: supervised two to four subordinates and responsible for accurately processing hundreds of sensitive incoming and outgoing naval messages daily
- Operated and trained others on the standard operation of NAVMACS and
other equipment used in transmitting and receiving naval messages
- Produced standard operating procedures for using sensitive equipment and performed supporting administrative duties
Additional Relevant Skills
- Front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, ActionScript 3, and JQuery
- Experience with web development tools including MS Expressions, Blend, Frontpage, and Adobe Creative Suite (Dreamweaver, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Fluent in MS Office 2007, web applications (Gmail, WordPress, Flickr, Balsamiq, etc.)
Interests and Activities
- Avid sports fan, world traveler, and self-proclaimed foodie