Accomplished IT professional seeking to leverage diverse technology and business background in a challenging role. Extremely dedicated individual with the desire to perform and advance.

• 7 years professional IT experience
• Talented designer with business savvy
• Extensive study of usability concepts and web standards
• Bachelor of Commerce degree from one of Canada's top universities
• Diverse skill set with proven industry experience in design, usability, programming, database, consulting and project management
• Driven team player and polished communicator; able to effectively convey both technical and design concepts to clients and senior management

Applications
SQL Server, ColdFusion Studio, Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Flash, HomeSite, Dreamweaver, MS Word, Excel, Access

Programming / Languages
Code-level HTML / XHTML / DHTML, Java, XML, .NET, SQL, ColdFusion, ASP, JavaScript, CSS, PHP

Operating Systems
Windows 95/98, Windows NT/2000/XP, Linux

Web Consultant
Contract-based, Halifax, N.S. (Jan 2002 - Present)

Retained by diverse clients to design professional web sites and complementary print marketing materials. Work closely with senior executives and steering committees to advise on effective use of Internet technology to meet organizational objectives. Conceptualize, code and deploy webbased projects on time and on budget.

• Lessard & Maxwell Olympic Beach Volleyball Duo - Designed an interactive site to secure sponsorship deals. ColdFusion, SQL Server and ActiveX controls on the backend to update stats, match results and training diaries via a browser from any point on the World Cup Circuit. Flash and streaming video to be incorporated in the near future.
• Early Intervention Nova Scotia - Re-designed client's Internet site to enhance usability and accessibility. Retained by the board to serve an ongoing advisory and maintenance role.
• Quicksite - Designed print postcard for direct mail campaign. Developed SQL Server backend utilizing cookies to track resulting traffic and subsequent purchases.

Web Developer / Interaction Designer
W3 Internet Services, Halifax, N.S. (Jul 1996 - Nov 2003)

Produce design concepts and interface templates using Adobe Photoshop, JavaScript, CSS and XHTML. Personally selected by the CEO to serve as design team lead. Periodic site development with technologies such as ColdFusion, Java / JSP and SQL Server.

• Consulted on, designed and developed a secure B2B web application for a renowned Swiss watchmaker, exceeding all customer expectations with a 200 - 300% increase in repeat business, 25% reduction in sales costs, and 8% improvement in net income
• Advised on usability for global United Nations intranet site used daily by over 5000 UN staff worldwide
• Implemented streamlined template and mockup design process, reducing lead times and time to market by up to 30%

Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Bachelor of Commerce Co-op (3.58 GPA, Dean's List)
Major: Information Technology - Finance

Metro Food Bank, Halifax, N.S. (2001-2003)
Food drive canvassing to procure food donations

Terry Fox Run, Queens County, N.S. (1985-2000)
Seven-time active participant in a marathon for cancer research

UNICEF, Halifax, N.S. (1998)
Distributed donation boxes to metro businesses for the annual "Large Box" campaign

Abilities Foundation of Nova Scotia, Halifax, N.S. (1997)
Participated in the annual 24-Hour Relay to raise funds for children with disabilities