.:: My Résumé ::.
Featured below is both a web and PDF version of my résumé, showcasing my diverse skills and job experiences. Unlike most Jane-of-All-Trades, I am quite the maîtresse of my skills and talents, of which there are many, beyond web and graphic design. If you are a future employer or just plain old curious, feel free to peruse my credentials at your leisure. If the former, I thank you in advance for your time and consideration.
Jennifer L. Hale
jhale353 at yahoo dot com
Education:
Dominican University, River Forest, IL
BA in French, Math, and Secondary Education
Graduated May, 2006, Magna Cum Laude, with honors in French Studies
GPA: 3.77/4.00
DePaul University, Chicago, IL
Anticipated MS in Human-Computer Interaction, 2012
Objective:
Seeking a dynamic position where I can combine my talents in web site and graphic design.
Highlights:
- Developed, redesigned, tested, and updated the Elk Grove Village Public Library's web site.
- Created material on basic HTML for a Dominican University Education Professor's educational web design courses.
- Established the position of Publicity Chair for French Club at Dominican University.
- Reestablished bi-monthly cartoons and illustrations for Dominican University's newspaper.
- Provided web and graphic design services for various entrepreneurs from Chicago to New York.
Computer Experience:
Adobe CS3-CS4: Acrobat, Bridge, Device Central, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Illustrator, Fireworks, Flash, LiveCycle, and Photoshop
Corel: MediaOne Plus, Painter Essentials, and Photo Impact X3
Computer Languages: XHTML, HTML, DHTML, CSS, BBCode, JavaScript, VBScript, ASP, and XML
Other software: MS Office Suite 2002 - 2007, FrontPage 2002, GIMP, Paint Shop Pro, PSPad, Publisher 2007
Platforms: Windows XP, Professional, Vista; Mac OS X; and Ubuntu Linux
Experience:
Elk Grove Village Public Library, Elk Grove Village, IL (1.12.09 - Present)
Webmaster & Designer
The Coffeehouse Nuts Web Site Competition Vote Exchange Board (9.22.08 - 10.01.09)
Web Set and Graphic Designer
- Created seasonal and general web site graphics and templates, both animated and static
- Designed web and graphic sets as assigned
- Worked independently and efficiently
- Frequently corresponded with website administrator.
Elmhurst Public Library, Elmhurst, IL (6.03.08 - Present)
Adult Services Computer Assistant
- Troubleshoot Adobe CS3, Corel, and movie-making software
- Provided IT support to library patrons for computer, LAN, Internet, printers, WiFi, scanner, and Microsoft Office Suite 2007 usage
Elk Grove Village Public Library, Elk Grove Village, IL (7.18.06 - Present)
Computer Lab Monitor with Network Systems Support
- Troubleshoot computers, LAN, Internet, printers, WiFi, scanner, Photoshop, Microsoft Office 2002
- Designed print and web graphics for Adult and Youth Services, Circulation, and Technical Services
- Maintained the library's web site as needed
- Frequently attended NSLS library learning programs
Dominican University, River Forest, IL (9.1.02 - 5.6.06)
Publicity Chair of French Club/Pi Delta Phi
Publicity Chair of Education Club/Kappa Delta Pi
Publicity Chair of Math Club/Kappa Mu Epsilon
- Created various forms of publicity for Campus Activities Board and Education, French, and Math Clubs, including brochures, flyers, table tents, large banners and placards, and t-shirt designs in a timely manner for four years
- Attended and presided over all club meetings, preparing all materials for members and collaborating with them to improve publicity and club activities
- Worked with other clubs and organizations to better promote the club and its programs and worked directly with Student Involvement Directors to submit club activities and their publicity for approval and completed annual organization report
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