About

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Outstanding versatility and adaptability
  • Learn new concepts and technologies quickly
  • Solid managerial experience
  • Dedication and drive as a hard-working individual
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to plainly communicate technical concepts

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS

  • Hand code HTML, CSS, PHP/MySQL, JavaScript and AJAX using Prototype and script.aculo.us
  • FileMaker Pro and FileMaker Pro Server
  • Dreamweaver, GoLive, RapidWeaver
  • Photoshop and ImageReady
  • FinalCut Pro, ProTools, Quicktime Pro
  • Experienced in Mac OS X system administration
  • Word and Excel

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

WEB PROGRAMMING
  • Built an online e-commerce application/CMS using PHP/MySQL
  • 6 years of practical experience hand-coding HTML, PHP, and CSS
  • Designed 20 websites using Photoshop, ImageReady, Dreamweaver, GoLive, and CSS themes
  • Maintained and created additional features for over 10 other websites
DATABASE ADMINISTRATION
  • Designed and implemented core database solutions using FileMaker Pro, FileMaker Pro Server and PHP/MySQL web applications
  • Integrated an offline FileMaker database with an online ordering system using PHP/MySQL and XML
IT SERVICES
  • Maintained all office infrastructure including computer hardware, peripherals, network, operating systems, and business software
  • Knowledgeable in computer equipment maintenance, including troubleshooting and basic field repair of system components
  • Experienced with local and wide area networking, including wireless LAN systems, firewalls, and VPN
  • Familiar with UNIX- and Linux-based operating systems
GRAPHIC DESIGN
  • Designed brochures, business cards, product manuals, postcards, trade show displays, and other marketing materials
  • Created a number of websites using Photoshop/ImageReady, as well as pure CSS
  • Experienced in the basics of desktop printing, including typography and layout
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND TECHNICAL SUPPORT
  • Designed and implemented production workflows and order tracking systems
  • Developed online knowledge base of office procedures, product data, and IT protocols for internal reference
  • Offered internal training in computers, product specifications, and media production
  • Managed accounts throughout production
  • Provided technical support to clients and training to office staff

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

2005 – Present
Owner, Website Design/Maintenance, Programming, Development
Strange Spot Media

1999 – Nov. 2007
Production Director, Audio Editor, Graphic Designer, IT Manager
Captive Audience Marketing Inc.

CONTACT

Jed Foster
Auburn, WA

Cell: 253.298.2868