Michael Conner

Resumé | Graphic Designer and Web Developer

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QUICK JUMPS

DEVELOPER SKILLS

Web Design

85% 85% Complete

WordPress

100% 100% Complete

Bootstrap

85% 85% Complete

Javascript

75% 75% Complete

CSS3

90% 90% Complete

HTML 5

100% 100% Complete

DESIGN SKILLS

Graphic & Logo Design

85% 85% Complete

Adobe Photoshop

100% 100% Complete

Adobe Illustrator

100% 100% Complete

Adobe Dreamweaver

75% 75% Complete

Adobe InDesign

50% 50% Complete

Microsoft Office

85% 85% Complete

TAGS

ad campaign bootstrap canvas ecommerce favorite music flash graphic design javascript jekyll logo logo creation logo design music peach pit responsive rtml sass search engine optimization SEO slider revolution social media ui/ux webpage website design woocommerce wordpress

Who Am I?

A creative and artistic graphic and web design professional currently seeking opportunities with new and established companies who need help developing their visions into reality.

Skillset

  • Expertise in Adobe Brackets, The Adobe Creative Suite; Illustrator, Photoshop and Dreamweaver / Flash / InDesign / QuarkXPress
  • Proficient in Web Design and internet related programs with a firm grasp of HTML creation / JavaScript & jQuery / WordPress CMS and responsive page designs/ Internet protocol / Yahoo Merchant ecommerce using RTML / Networking including TCP/IP/PPP/FTP and Telnet.
  • Success with SEMRush.com and IBP Internet Business Promoter for Search Engine Optimization.
  • Knowledge in Microsoft Office - all manner of office and business suites as well as graphic programs.
  • Windows User by preference, but very adept in the Apple world.
  • Quick to learn software, hardware or new process in the design world required for work or to further personal ability.
  • Friendly and professional in customer service and workplace communications.
  • Flexible and Dependable with a strong work ethic.

Education

Studied toward BSIT in Graphic Design Technology | Andrews University - Berrien Springs, MI (1993 - 1995)

  • In the two years I attended Andrews University, I completed the entire 4-year curriculum of my major, dropping all electives and concentrating on my career classes and labs.
  • In my sophomore year I was assisting the professors in the graphic arts lab, instructing fellow students on the use of design software.

Graduated with a HS Diploma | City Honors High School - Buffalo, NY (1989 - 1993)

  • Attended this Science and Math Magnet high school, ranked one the Top 50 Schools in the country, excelling in mathematics.

Contract Positions

Contract Web Developer.

  • Used Photoshop and Illustrator to create graphics, photographic content, and edit items for placement in the University’s business blog site.
  • Used Adobe Brackets to code websites, and edit WordPress themes.

Job Experience

Freelance Graphic Artist and Web Developer.

  • Graphic Design of logos, artwork, and web graphics for use in print ads and/or websites.
  • Custom website creation.
  • Consulting on software and hardware recommendation, internet services advice, and general advice for website goal achievement.
  • SEO management and consulting.
  • Social Media management and paid campaigns.