EXPERIENCE

2003-present: Self-Employed Web Developer
(Columbia, SC & Marietta, GA)

• Design, develop, and maintain web sites for multiple clients.
• Work closely with clients to identify and meet business needs at all stages of development.
• Create and edit graphics, text, and HTML coding using a variety of industry standard software, including Photoshop, Image Ready, Dreamweaver, HomeSite, and FrontPage.
• Portfolio can be viewed at www.4ravensdesign.com.
• Provide technical support for clients needing assistance with computer software and hardware.
• Write, edit, and proofread documents in a wide range of subjects using industry standard software packages, including but not limited to Microsoft Word and Excel.

1996-2002:SETA Corporation
(McLean, VA)

1998-2002: Senior Technical Staff

• Led a technical staff of four in managing the external web site for the US Agency for International Development (USAID). Reviewed timesheets and generated client-driven reports.
• Designed and developed pages for the internal and external web sites, including all graphics, text and HTML code.
• Reviewed and approved all web pages created for the external web site by other developers contracted or working for USAID. Manage expectations within a strict governement template.
• Maintained compliance of USAID web site with Section 508 of the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Taught users on-site and overseas basic computer and internet skills, including use of software and HTML.

1997-1998: Technical Staff

• Designed and developed web pages for the internal USAID web site.
• Reviewed and approved web pages created by other web developers contracted or working for USAID.
• Maintained ADA compliance of internal USAID web site.
• Trained users in basic computer and internet skills, including use of software and HTML.

1996-1997: Administrative Assistant

• Provided initial point-of-contact for all on-site contractor staff in a department of over 150 people.
• Generated and reviewed monthly reports, purchasing documents, and proposal submissions.

1996: Northern Virginia Community College
(Annandale, VA)

Adjunct Faculty

• Taught English As A Second Language
• Taught American Sign Language, Level I

EDUCATION / OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

1987-1991:  B.A. English, Hollins College, Roanoke, VA
1994-1996:  M.A. Linguistics (American Sign Language), Gallaudet University, Washington, DC
1997-2002:  Held Secret Clearance