Andrew Macpherson Email & Phone Number

Sydney, Australia

Accountable for the scope, development, review and management of websites and web applications within supported units and faculties. Advise on best practices in web development that support the directives and goals of the UTS web publishing policy, help UTS achieve its online objectives, and provide support and specialist advice to UTS staff on integrating information and services that use the Internet to promote accessibility to UTS and its services to internal users, the broader community and internationally. Main duties include managing, coordinating, developing and implementing a range of websites and web applications for UTS use by developing concepts for web sites based on strategies of UTS and stakeholders, intended audiences and appropriate information architecture and technologies; managing staff, researching topics, consulting with stakeholders, and providing recommendations and solutions to key staff; and establishing sites in the University's CMS and (where required) preparing and optimising digital media content for web use, and entering content provided by staff.

San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai, Thailand

Darwin, Australia

Maintained the department websites and ensured content met required NTG standards. Helped develop, implement and maintain appropriate policies, procedures, standards, systems and direction and ensured compliance with Northern Territory Government web guidelines. Provided strategic advice and operational support on the most effective ways to develop, implement, maintain and evaluate web communications to meet business objectives in line with the department and whole of government policies and standards. Promoted the department web sites internally as key communications tools by coordinating network groups and relevant training to ensure employees are equipped to effectively use web communications.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

Copyediting, proofreading, book layout and cover design. Developed a database management system for coordinating the publishing process (which is to be released commercially). Designed custom editorial templates and style sheets for workflows based on Microsoft Word. Helped manage the company’s computer resources, network infrastructure and web site. Provided staff support and training in graphic design and general office applications. Assisted the publisher with general support, including conference presentations, submissions and promotional activities.

Darwin, Australia

Worked as sole contractor or as team leader on projects that pulled together the skills and resources of a diverse team of contractors. Areas of specialisation included web site analysis, design and implementation; strategic planning; graphic design and illustration; content generation and proofing; and general support services. Also developed database systems for two prominent indigenous education institutions, redesigning database interface, management and reporting systems.

Sydney, Australia

Managed the Association’s publishing and information technology systems, with particular emphasis on desktop publishing services, database management systems, internet development, and office productivity systems. Responsibilities also included network and system maintenance, hardware and software evaluation and purchasing, end-user training and help-desk support.

Sydney, Australia

Designer, editor and coordinator of the Association’s publications, with longer term strategic role to plan, develop and manage the Association’s membership, media liaison and marketing activities. Developed the database system and provided staff support and training in computer systems.

Sydney, Australia

Developed and maintained smooth office functions, maintained the association’s bookkeeping system and financial records, designed and produced the Association’s publications, and implemented promotional strategies for attracting membership, subscriptions, donations and other services.

Bachelor Of Southeast Asian Studies, Southeast Asian Studies

Bachelor Of Arts (Double-Honours, Not Completed), History / Philosophy

Higher School Certificate