// Resume of Benjamin Thompson ********************************************************* portfolio available online at www.0three0.com references available upon request - serious inquiries only google voice: 303-578-6916 email: ben@0three0.com ********************************************************* __________________________ // objective Part-time creative position that allows me to utilize my breadth of knowledge in all areas of design in an energetic, fun, professional and collaborative environment. __________________________ // qualifications * Substantial experience with standards compliant HTML web development including integration of Javascript, PHP, ASP, and Ajax systems such as Prototype. I code all my pages by hand with a simple text editor to create a solid foundation that can be easily configured and altered via CSS. * Advanced knowledge of Adobe's entire Creative Suite applications including Photoshop, Illustrator, and Flash. * Flash animation and database integration through Actionscript. * Understanding of the theories and limitations of realtime 3D modeling as well as the ability to create both low and high polygon models and associated textures. * Excels at usability, information architecture and user-experience, as well as identity design and branding. * Comfortable in either a lead or support role. ********************************************************* __________________________ // professional experience Boatswain's Mate 3rd Class, US Coast Guard Dec. 2008 to present - Everett, WA / Port O'Connor, TX * Extensive knowledge of small boat maintenance and handling, navigation, fire-fighting, CPR, Basic First Aid. * As a small boat crew member, responsible for the safety of other crew members, acting as lookout watch to ensure safe navigation, proper maintenance of boat and equipment, assisting in man-overboard evolutions to safely recover distressed persons, clear and concise communication to crew and via radio. Graphic Designer, MOD Systems Feb. 2006 to Apr. 2010 - Seattle, WA * Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Flash, Acrobat, After Effects), PowerPoint, Visio, user experience and interface design, system architecture. HTML, XML, WML, WAP, ASP, CSS, JavaScript, ActionScript * Was the sole graphic designer at a rapidly developing and constantly evolving software start-up. Was responsible for everything from creating and ordering business cards to directing contract design teams. Primarily built numerous design concepts and final specifications for sales presentations and software integration for several high profile companies including Toshiba, NCR, Best Buy, Hollywood Video, and Circuit City. My artwork was used in conjunction with sales presentations that secured digital movie rights for numerous major movie studios and network TV. Freelance Graphic Designer and Consultant Aug. 2005 to Feb. 2006 - Boulder, WA * Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Dreamweaver, HTML, JavaScript, CSS * Consulted on and created works for both print and web applications for several Boulder area businesses, including the University of Colorado Book Store. Met with clients, prepared proposal/presentation materials, researched alternatives, created mockups, and built final materials. Art Department Coordinator & Production Assistant, Directory Plus Mar. 2002 to May. 2004 - Durango, CO * Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Team Management, Pagination Created printed Yellow Pages advertising for hundreds of businesses across southwestern Colorado and New Mexico. Managed other designers by delegating tasks and keeping tasks on schedule. Worked with department manager in final production by paginating books and preparing pages for submission to printer. Snowboard Instructor, Eldora Mtn Resort / Durango Mtn Resort Winter Ski Seasons 1999 to 2004 - Eldora, CO / Durango, CO * Advanced snowboarding concepts, communication, class handling, technique analysis and corrective instruction. * Successfully taught both private and group lessons to children as young as 7 and adults as old as 70, the safe and proper techniques to learn snowboarding within a couple hours. Was able to meet individuals on a personal level, assess the areas that they were having difficulty and provide solutions that satisfied their needs, adapting teaching styles and riding methods to fit that person. ********************************************************* _____________________________ // education & knowledge base Associate of Science in Digital Media, Full Sail University 2004 to 2005 - Winter Park, FL * Class Valedictorian * Advanced Achiever Award * Certificate of Excellence * Perfect Attendance Award ## Artwork was featured in the first issue of the school's quadrennial publication Web Design Certificate, Sessions.edu 2000 - New York, NY (online) ## Artwork was used for several years in online advertising to promote the school USCG Boatswain's Mate 'A' School 2009 - Yorktown, VA * Navigation Rules Ace Award * Search and Rescue Fundamentals ********************************************************* ________________________ // software applications * Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Flash, After Effects, Acrobat) * Macromedia Director * Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio) * Apple iLife (iPhoto, Garageband, iMovie), Aperture, Final Cut Pro * Source Depot * Visual Studio * BBEdit * Havok * Blender ********************************************************* __________________________ // platforms & development * PHP * Coldfusion * JavaScript * HTML (HTML 4, HTML 5, DHTML, XHTML, DOM) * CSS * Actionscript * SQL / MySQL * Lingo * Mac OS * Windows * Ubuntu (Linux) ********************************************************* __________________ // personal skills Effective team leader / Project manager Positive team player Independent and reliable Calm in high pressure situations Quickly learn new skill sets Detail oriented Wealth of knowledge in Information Design, Web Design Standards, Web Accessibility, efficient 3D Modeling Theory and Application *********************************************************