Resume
CHRIS R. BRAINARD
705 Glenwood Drive, Lafayette, CO 80026
C: 720-298-5631 – H: 303-567-1412
E: floweringmind@gmail.com
http://www.floweringmind.com
OBJECTIVE
To contribute to the success of a leading organization by applying my information technology skills
EXPERIENCE
2008 – 2008 Interactive Manager
Liquid Inc., Denver, CO http://givingideasshape.com/
Came onboard and resolved mismanaged projects from previous manager. Organized department, created procedures, created better timelines and hired talented people to who produced high quality work.
2007 – 2008 Web Developer
Slice of Lime, Boulder, CO http://www.sliceoflime.com/
Implemented design and programmed PHP5 for numerous clients. Customized WordPress and Movable Type blog systems for small to medium size projects.
2007 – 2007 Web Developer
Stylemob, San Francisco, CA http://www.stylemob.com
Created CSS layout from graphic designer mock ups. Worked with a team of programmers developing this web 2.0 site using Mercurial to manage our PHP coding. Setup ad server.
2006 – 2006 Web Developer
Friend Finder Inc., Palo Alto, CA http://www.friendfinderinc.com
Developed web pages for one of the largest dating services in the country. Worked
with a team of graphic designers, Perl programmers and QA producing web-site
update on a bi-weekly basis for our user base.
2005 – 2006 Business Owner
The Thumbtack Bugle, San Francisco, CA
Started a business (sfhandbills) with a partner, advertising companies throughout the Bay Area. Our successes led us to acquire the oldest and largest postering company in the Bay Area called The Thumbtack Bugle. Managed half of the business daily operations and handled all web development, marketing and sales. Oversaw employees for outdoor advertising events such as Mac World.
2004 – 2005 Web Producer
Imagine That, San Francisco, CA http://www.imaginethatsf.com
Worked with the design team, transferring print material to web. Developed web pages with XHTML and CSS 2.1 to provide maximum cross browser compatibility. Managed multiple LAMP servers and client hosting solutions. Developed Flash, ASP and PHP tools for websites.
2004 - 2005 Web Developer / Part-time
Sniff Design, San Francisco, CA http://www.sniffdesign.com
Worked on numerous small projects installing shopping carts, setting up servers and implementing web designs.
2003 – 2004 Web Producer
CU-Denver University, Denver, CO http://www.cudenver.edu
Transitioned websites to Microsoft Course Management Server (MSCMS), trained departments and faculty on how to implement Web-based and other technical solutions. Developed and executed training for faculty. Updated and maintained MSCMS ASP code, Web templates, and Flash files. Programmed forms in PHP and ASP for departmental needs. Developed Web-database driven billing and customer service systems. Developed and tested a search engine and a FAQ system. Assisted with installations, upgrades, and security updates for the technical support department.
2003 – 2004 Contractor / Part-time
Video Professor, Lakewood, CO http://www.videoprofessor.com/
Developed training CDs on Microsoft Office Products such as Access 2003, utilizing Macromedia Director. Teamwork with graphic designers and editors to create a system for training user who have no experience with computers.
2002 – 2005 Web Developer / Part-time
FlooringRFP, Lakewood, CO
Installed and managed Mandrake based web server. Developed and created a web application for connecting carpet suppliers with property owners. System included user-management, WSYWIG to update content, order transaction, interfaced with Mysql database.
1999 – 2003 Lead Developer
Outlook Interactive, Denver, CO
Conceptualized and programmed WebCMS, a course management system for on-line training, using PHP, Mysql and Unix servers. Developed email system, file management controls, visual html editor, and user management system. Designed and implemented a streamlined billing system for employees of Outlook Interactive. Supervised programming team. Used FlashMX and Flashcom video server to present faculty presentations and video conferencing.
1998 - 1999 Multimedia Developer
Digital Creators, Boulder, CO
Programmed interactive courseware for an industry leader. Developed interactive multimedia. Created multimedia websites and generated a word doc parser in PERL.
1998 – 1998 Manger of Information Systems (MIS)
International Contact, Oakland, CA http://www.intlcontact.com
Managed the MIS department. Maintained, updated, and troubleshoot systems. Supported 6 Macs and 15 PC computers on a Novell network. Established security on the network. Utilized Mercury Internet Gateway, FTP sever, and BBS. Operated double byte Windows 95, 98, and Apple Language Kits. Upgraded systems to OS 8.1. Migrated Novell 3.21 over to NT 4.0. Developed classes and introduced staff to multi-language systems. Created procedures for all aspects of the MIS department and language conversion issues.
1997 – 1998 Webmaster/Marketing
Omega Institute, Rhinebeck NY http://www.eomega.org/
Maintained and revamped extensive website. Worked with consultants, system administrators, and graphic designers. Managed email accounts, developed PERL ordering system, maintained security and TCL database. Produced customer sales reports and internet graphs using Excel. Marketed website to magazines. Supported on-site staff by eliminating technical difficulties.
SPECIAL SKILLS
OS/Servers: Novel 3.21 Windows 3.11, Windows 95 & 98, Windows NT 4.0 & 2000, XP, Vista, OS/2 Warp, Mac OS 7-10, DOS, UNIX, Linux, Apache, IIS, MSCMS.
International: International Versions of Windows 95 & 98, Twinbridge, Trados 2.0 (translation software), double byte languages, Mac Language Kits.
Internet: Firefox 1.0-2.0, Opera, Internet Explorer 3.0-7.0, E-Commerce, Hand Coding, Pagemill 4, Frontpage 2003, Microsoft Expression, HomeSite 4, HotmetalPro 4, Go-Live Pro, Dreamweaver MX, Netobjects MX, Fireworks MX, Soundforge 5, Director MX, Flash MX, Central, Contribute, Cold Fusion, Midi, SSI, SGML, Newgroups, SMTP, IMAP, LDAP, Microsoft Exchange, IRC, FTP, TELNET, RSS - Programming: PHP5, ASP, JavaScript, VB, PERL, ActionScript – Web 2.0: AJAX, CSS 2-3, XML, XHTML, VRML – JS API: DHTML, DOJO, script.aculo.us, Yahoo API – CMS: Black Board, WebCT – Databases: TCL, MYSQL, MSQL, MS SQL – Frameworks: Codeignitor
Multimedia: Photoshop CS2, Painter 7, Paintshop Pro 7, Authorware 6, Illustrator CS2, Freehand 7, Corel Xara, Truespace, Extreme 3D, Premiere 6, Director MX, Flash MX, Corel Draw 6, Bryce, Poser 4 – Streaming: Microsoft Video, Real One, QuickTime, FlashCom Server.
Publishing: PageMaker 7, Quark 5.0, Office 97-2007, Open Office, WordPerfect 6, Lotus 1-2-3, WordPro, Approach 3.0, FrameMaker 5, Koffice.
Networks: MS Network, TCP/IP, IPX, LAN, Netware, Exchange Server 5, Routers, Hubs, DSL, ADSL, Wifi.
EDUCATION
Some college experience, interested in finishing a degree in CIS.
REFERENCES
| Adam Souzis Founder Stylemob adam@stylemob.com 415-225-9858 |
John Rhodes CFO Liquid Inc. john@givingideasshape.com 303-883-3210 |
Paul Archibald Director of Project Management eCollege paular@ecollege.com 720-635-7602 |
