Employment History

MTV Networks


Comedy Central | Spike

Producer | Mobile & Emerging Platforms | May 2008 - Present

  • Utilization of Content Management Systems to manage high volume video content for mobile video on demand, broadband syndication, mobile web and Smartphone applications.
  • Encode video into appropriate file formats for mobile and broadband platforms requiring knowledge of video codecs and encoding processes.
  • Manage asset delivery coordinating with writers, designers and PA's
  • Ensure all platforms are running with the current programming schedule for full alignment with on-air properties.
  • Produce applications for iPhone, iPad and Android.
  • Analyze stream metrics.
  • Working with Standards & Practices to ensure videos meet the required platform rating (TV-G, TV-14, TV-MA)
  • Revise processes to efficiently handle changes in technology and growing delivery needs.
  • Create and maintain procedural documentation.
  • Handle XML delivery and feed quality assurance.

Iconduit Media Management


Iconduit.biz | DavidHasselhoff.com | VerneTroyer.com

Freelance Web Editor | October 2009 - February 2010

  • Updated content on existing client websites.
  • Edited Wordpress templates, html, rss feeds, analytics code, and social networking platforms

Mansueto Ventures


FastCompany.com | Inc.com | IncTechnology.com

Freelance Designer | Magazine Websites | February 2007 - January 2009

  • Designed project based slideshows for Inc.com, IncTechnology.com and FastCompany.com.
  • Conducted image research using stock photography resources and obtained copyright permissions for product images via Media Relations contacts.

MakeUseOf.com


MakeUseOf.com

Contributing Writer | Technology blog | April 2008 - June 2008

  • Reviewed free and useful websites, freeware applications and plug-ins.

Shopwiki


Shopwiki.com | Blog.shopwiki.com | Shopwiki.co.uk | Shopwiki.com.au | Shopwiki.fr

QA Analyst & User Interface Project Manager | Search engine | June 2007 - April 2008

  • Designed, implemented and cross browser tested changes on all UIs to maintain consistency between international markets.
  • Project managed the implementation of features to the UI by coordinating with Engineers, Business Development and Executives while adhering to the development cycle.
  • Utilized search engine optimization (SEO) techniques to boost website's indexing and traffic.
  • Analyzed traffic metrics in order to improve bounce and conversion rates.
  • Assured the quality and effectiveness of the crawlers and their data using in-house testing software while working collaboratively to develop solutions to recurring errors.
  • Designed the logo and visual style of the Shopwiki blog and served as a contributing writer.

Freshnotes.com (formerly Knover)


Design Coordinator | Search engine | January 2006 - April 2007

  • Performed end-to-end usability tests including, script writing, recruiting, facilitating and reporting. Created and implemented redesigns based on usability findings.
  • Managed all aspects of a large-scale photography database including acquiring, editing and importing photos.
  • Maintained website content by utilizing a CMS and working closely with the Development team to implement changes.
  • Coordinated the E-newsletter by formatting the layouts, designing graphics, entering content and analyzing subscriber data.
  • Increased site traffic through strategic ad placement and viral marketing techniques.
  • Redesigned company logo and branding.

Buttermilk Records/Studios


Marketing Coordinator | Record label & studio | February 2004 - April 2006

  • Organized radio and print media campaigns for new album releases by designing and writing copy for all publicity materials.
  • Developed marketing strategies through tactical ad placement in relevant media to coincide with tours and radio play.
  • Administered website and maintained media contact database.
  • Interacted with music directors, music editors, store buyers, distributors, ad representatives, and bookers to communicate tour scheduling, album reviews, and payments.

Related Experience

For Animals


ForAnimalsinc.com

Volunteer | Animal Rescue Shelter | August 2009 - Present

  • Launched shelter website, providing web design, css and html editing.
  • Update content
  • Foster and socialize sick and/or feral kittens to increase adoption rates.
  • Shelter work: brushing, nail clippings, and lots of play.
  • Exceptionally skilled with feather toys and laser pointers.

KEXP 90.3 FM


Kexp.org | Audioasis

Production Intern | College Radio Station | October 2003 - April 2004

  • Production Assistant on Saturday's Audioasis Show for live in-studio performances. This included the mic'ing of equipment, band research and band pre-interviews.
  • Chart Reporting to CMJ
  • Rotation monitoring
  • New release duplication for DJ preview
  • Auditioning of Digital Audio
  • Maintenance of On-Air Studios and CD Library

Education

The City University of New York


Culture & Communication

August 2009 - Present

The Art Institute of Seattle


Audio Production | Web Design & Interactive Media

April 2002 - December 2005

  • 6 terms Honors
  • 3 terms Dean's list
  • Graduated with honors

Skills

Operating Systems

Macintosh OS9/OSX | Windows

Programming

CSS | XHTML | Regular Expressions | XPath

Software

Adobe Illustrator | Adobe InDesign | Adobe Photoshop
Final Cut Pro | Microsoft Office Suite | ProTools | Soundforge

General

Video Encoding | Mobile Interface Design & Usability | Content Management
Digital media editing | Comparitive Research | Detailed and organized | Spanish speaking