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Ajax, On, Ca

Toronto, Canada Area

I craft premium themes for audiences that value clean, clear, and modular solutions, where compromising on usability or functionality isn’t an option. In particular, my UI designs focus on:■ Inclusivity: offering users suffering from color blindness & poor vision a vivid meaningful experience without sacrificing style. In addition, migraine sufferers are treated to soft sound design, fluid animation, and gentle texture details [to dampen triggers that would otherwise plague these afflicted community members], leading to an improved soothing experience.■ Diversity: offering users event-based celebratory themes spanning a broad range of cultures and value systems.The most current project in development is the creation of modular workflow templates, assets, and tools [to generate graphic, motion, and audio elements] for crafting themes using the proprietary Samsung Theme Editor.

Ajax, Ontario, Canada

I spearhead branding-strategy projects and craft materials to support strong, modular, sustainable outcomes for clients. Project types:■ Graphic Design (Logos, Business Cards, Letter-heads, Pamphlets) ■ Interactive PDF Docs, Presentations, & WP Web Development■ Motion Graphics, 3D Modeling/Rigging/Animation■ Audio/Video Compositing (including Voice-Overs)In addition, I support budding startups via Business Consulting & Coaching in the areas of:■ Communications & Story-Telling■ Digital Strategy, Technology Solutions, & Digital Security When required, I also provide Technical Support for:■ Windows & Unix (Mac/Linux) hardware + software solutions■ Mobile devices (iOS & Android) software solutions

Toronto, Canada Area

Having been a founding member of the Childhood Cancer Survivor Canada organization, my voluntary contributions have taken on 2 forms based on mutually agreed need & availability, including:1. an Advisory role (on the Board of Directors), where I actively:■ Aid in Strategic Decision-Making via the provision of clear insight from a creative tech-centric perspective■ Help Establish Realistic Goals given the available resources2. a Creative Director role (Operations), focusing on:■ Crafting Design Assets & Solutions with complex modular future use cases in mind (web, social, motion graphics, audio/video, print)■ Building & Developing the Design/Production department■ Leading, Empowering, & Developing a team of volunteer artists■ Establishing a safe open culture with a thriving momentum■ Developing Sustainable, Reliable, and Well-Documented Workflows to promote successful individual & team growth

Federal Building, 4900 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

My support in this role was sharply divided between 2 main functions:1. Tending to client questions, concerns, and grievances, providing:■ Feedback on existing support ticket submissions through JIRA (in addition to making submissions when appropriate and when/where there were none)■ Updates to Cases (sometimes requiring call-backs) and Progress Updates to ensure clients are made aware of what to [realistically] expect in terms of resolution outcomes and the expected time-frames tethered to those outcomes based on electronic communications distributed via superiors and the intranet■ Advice on [contextually relevant] Next Steps, especially in cases of emergencies where quality of life was at risk of being adversely or critically affected2. Tech, Setup, & Training Support, by:■ Documenting pay system setup for new call center agents [to ensure new agents get paid in a timely fashion, given that most were living paycheck to paycheck while paying high transit and living costs]■ Creating a workstation setup package of templates, resources, links, and notes for new agents to use as a base on which to start their new job more confidently, efficiently, and effectively■ Setting up connections to server resource materials and adding shortcuts for ease of accessibility■ Aggregating, Sorting, Documenting, Organizing, Packing, and Labeling Inventory of both Computer, Peripheral, and Telecommunications hardware assetsHeld ‘Enhanced Reliability’ Security Clearance Status, valid until 2022.

Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

This role required for me to be responsible for 3 key areas:1. ‘Leadership/Coaching’, through:■ Training, Supervising, Critiquing, Providing Feedback & Support to show Hosts + Assistant Technicians■ Establishing a Clean, Orderly, & Safe Studio Environment■ Enforcing Station Values & Policies in a fair/balanced manner2. ‘Technical’, via:■ Operating, Maintaining, & Trouble-Shooting Audio/Video/Broadcast Hardware and Software Systems (including external Displays)3. ‘Artistic/Creative’, consisting of:■ Developing Workflows & Templates to optimize time spent on recurring tasks and to systemically cut down on work duplication■ Producing Materials for upcoming campaigns/events (Audio, Music, Video, Motion-Graphic, & Graphic Design)■ Serving as a Supporting [live] On-Air Hosting Personality

Guadalajara Area, Mexico

This role required me to be accountable for Key Strategic Digital Broadcast Assets, including:■ The creation of:--- Television Show style/design Branding Packages (including logos)--- After-Effects Compositing, Effects, and Motion Graphics--- 3D Motion Graphics■ & through:--- 3D Projects [remote] Technical Support and Management--- Post-Production Work-flow Development--- Set & Motion-Graphics Colour CoordinationThis position also required me to train other motion graphic 3D artists, oversee/critique their work, and troubleshoot their creative/hardware/software issues.

Guadalajara Area, Mexico

My prime responsibilities in this diverse role ranged from:■ Assisted CEO in relation to travel, tech, strategic, creative, and purchasing needs■ Digital Library Creation, Implementation, and Maintenance■ Created Motion Graphics, User Interface Designs, and Designs for Promotional Material■ Maya 3D Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Course Instructor■ Worked to Develop a Harmonized Educational System Work-flow

Guadalajara Area, Mexico

Call-center-based Technical Support for HP devices/peripherals.(Unfortunately, I was issued another offer that I simply couldn't resist, and thus needed to depart earlier than intended.)

Tasks included:■ Building wall-units for storage■ Organization of both store products and maintenance equiptment■ Furniture building, Lighting, and Display Setup■ Organization of storeroom supplies■ Served as the store jack-of-all-trades for multiple departments (depending on need)

Ajax, Ontario, Canada

The job centered around the construction of large-scale interlock driveways/walkways,stone walls, and garden projects.

Advanced Diploma For 3D Animation, Computer Arts - 3D Animation

Activities and Societies: Class President/Program Representative. I was fortunate to have received a full 3-year Bursary Scholarship when.

Bas, Information Technology

[discontinued due to illness & institution/program discontentment]