(January, 2007) Note: This resume is very out of date. For inquiries about web design, computer/network repair and other technology services please contact me at adams@rollanet.org or give me a call at 573-201-2044.[ Click here for ONYX Computer Services ]

David Adams Studios
Last Update: 12/12/2001

::: Summary
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  • 12 years of exposure to computer-related industries, including computer journalism.
  • 9 years of programming experience in low to high level languages.
  • 6 years of experience in Web design, graphics design and Web optimization.
  • Internet experience since 1992.

OBJECTIVE:
To be in a challenging position with opportunities that will enhance my creative skills, while providing my clients with outstanding graphics and web design that will brand corporate identity.

::: Technical Skills & Software Experience

Staying ahead of trends requires constant awareness of emerging technology. My skills are constantly evolving as media and internet technology reach new heights.

Web Design/Development
  • HTML (Hand code, Coldfusion)
  • Java, Javascript
  • CSS (Cascade Style Sheets)
  • DOM (dHTML)
  • Perl, CGI
  • PHP
  • ASP
  • SQL
  • SSI, Miva
Multimedia Languages
  • Authorware
  • Flash (Macromedia)
  • Real Media
Graphics
  • Adobe Photoshop 5.5
  • Adobe Illustrator 8.0
  • Adobe ImageReady
  • Macromedia Fireworks
  • Paint Shop Pro
  • Bryce and other effects tools
Layout Production
  • Quark 4.0
  • Acrobat
  • MS Publisher, Access, Excel, Word
3D / Animation
  • 3D Studio Max
  • Truespace 3D
  • Poser
  • Stop-Motion / Cell Animation
  • GIF Animation/Effects
  • AutoCAD (Basic)
Audio / Video Production
  • Adobe Premiere
  • Ulead Media Studio Pro
  • Final Cut Pro
  • RealAudio Streaming Applications/Server
  • Sound Forge, ACID
  • Cakewalk Pro, Studio
  • Samplers, Sequencers, Trackers, Re-Birth, etc.
Other related skills
  • Programming (low to high level)
  • Operating systems (UNIX, NT)
  • Computer Security (Networks, Intrusion Detection)
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::: Experience / Employment History

1996-Present
Freelance Contractor

Designed, implemented and supervised a series of projects on the World Wide Web. Combined excellent graphical design skills and dexterity in structured programming to develop clients' content on the Internet (WWW). Mastered the use of popular graphics design software and web development skills.

Web Design and Graphics

  • Designed projects, web sites, UIs, including logos, identities, annual reports, landing pages
  • Set streaming media servers (RTSP, HTTP)
  • Implemented strict W3C coding standard for all HTML produced
  • Design & develop new e-commerce web sites
  • Redesign existing web sites and simplify navigation/flow
  • Maintain multiple web sites and remove excess code
  • Working in cooperation with multiple freelance web site developers, designers, graphic artists, vendors, and I.S.P.'s
UI and Site Architecture
  • Designed user interface experiences based on target audiences
  • Collaborated with programmers, coders, and other professionals
  • Designed interface models, menu systems and navigational schemas
  • Developed B2B (consumer, b2b, b2x) interfaces, user information and screen transaction models
  • Structured full web sites, templates, and developed guidelines and schemas from small company sites to corporate sites (database driven)
Administration
  • Administered traffic and server information (UNIX, Windows NT)
  • Domain name registration, sales, transfers, modifications, and updates
  • Search engine and search directory submissions and optimization
  • Utilized marketing strategy to obtain top search results through link exchanges, advertising programs
  • Responsible for all aspects of server operation



1997-1999
Phelps County Regional Medical Center
Position: Computer Tech - Hospital Information Systems

  • Utilized computer knowledge combined with communication skills to resolve technical-related personnel problems over the telephone, and on site.
  • Maintained and updated on a weekly basis databases that contained data available to the company's users as services.
  • Maintained network connectivity and completed various duties on the AS/400, and laboratory UNIX systems, such as data back-ups, and printing services.
  • Valuable personal skills were gained while performing critical job functions, in a work environment where teamwork is essential.
  • Other tasks include:
    • installing and maintaining connectivity with network cables throughout the complex
    • installing and maintaining phone and other communications network
    • diagnosing medical equipment
    • installing and upgrading Windows NT workstations
    • consuming large quantities of coffee/herbal tea



Self-Employed/Entrepreneur

  • Owner, ONYX Computer Services - Provides computer repair, network design/installation, website hosting, and security products and services to the local Rolla community and beyond

  • Owner, David Adams Studios - full service web and graphics design for small to large businesses, ranging from business cards, brochures, and logo design, to large enterprise wide websites. Capable of providing consulting services for small mom-and-pop operations, to implementing a full scale on-line catalog system for large inventory clients

  • President, StockService [www.ssnews.net] - founded 1997 - investment website dedicated to bringing undervalued companies to the masses through our newsletter (40,000 subscribers), and home of our award-winning market timing system; also a variety of full service investor relations services offered to companies looking for targetted exposure

  • Co-Founder, Freeshells [www.freeshells.com] - An Internet service giving free UNIX shell accounts and security services to over 50,000 users worldwide
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::: References
Robert Dillon, PhD
Fingerstyle Guitarist & Geologist
Phone: (501) 767-8080
bob@guitarsolo.com
Trent Arsenault
Computer Security Engineer
Phone: (408) 276-0419
trent.arsenault@sun.comNOSPAM

::: Contact Information