Portfolio of Ann Pallo
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Ann Pallo
570 Piedmont Ave. #54226
Atlanta, GA 30308
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OBJECTIVE
To provide my professional services as an independent contractor in which I can utilize my extensive programming, development, management, and computer experience in a short to mid-term contract anywhere in North America.
TECHNICAL SUMMARY
Development Related
PHP, XML, XSL, XHTML, AJAX, XML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, YUI, ASP, VB Script, Cold Fusion, SQL, Object Oriented Programming, LAMP Platform Development, Web Services, SOAP, Visual Interdev/Microsoft Studio, Homesite, Dreamweaver, Rich Media, Cross-Browser and Cross-Platform Compatibility, Search Engine Optimization, Database Creation and Administration, Data Analysis, MySQL, MSSQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL, Joomla, Drupal, Zend, AMFPHP, CodeIgniter, CakePHP, PHPMyAdmin, Facebook & MySpace Application Development; Intermediate ASP.NET, VB.NET; Beginner Ruby on Rails, Python/Django, and Actionscript2, Actionscript3

Software Related
Adobe Premiere, Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, User Interface Design, Graphic Design, Ad Design, Print Design, Web Design, Microsoft Office, Windows OS Administration, Windows Server 2003, Macintosh OS X, OS X Server, Linux, Unix, Subversion, CVS, Apache, XAMPP, Microsoft Access, FileMaker Pro, PowerPoint, Visio, MP3 technology, Midi, Audio Creation and Manipulation, Photo/Video Editing, Adobe Audition

EXPERIENCE

Independent Consultant

Crispin Porter + Bogusky | Developer | http://www.cpbgroup.com

  • Worked on a team to develop new interactive website http://beta.cpbgroup.com using CakePHP, XHTML, CSS, Ajax, and JQuery.  Primarily responsible for front-end development for site, all styles and Javascript functionality.

Turner Sports | Senior Developer | http://www.pgatour.com

  • Worked on a large team to update and maintain Turner Sports network of sites using their own custom XML based tag language, PHP, XML, XHTML, Javascript/JQuery, and CSS. Used CVS for version control.
  • Worked with project managers to plan timeline and work plan for mini-sites.

EA Games (Electronic Arts) | Lead Developer | http://www.ea.com

  • Developed administrative web application www.rupture.com in PHP on a Linux/Apache server using Subversion, along with MySQL and Oracle databases, API technologies.
  • Researched and worked with CMS such as Symfony, Vingette, Drupal, and Joomla, and MVC frameworks CakePHP, CodeIgniter and Zend Frameworks
  • Developed user interfaces using CodeIgniter, PHP, JQuery, CSS, and AJAX in Zend Studio and Dreamweaver.
  • Managed developers using SCRUM techniques as the SCRUM master, manage project tasks, timeline, project flow, sprints, and progress.
  • Worked with several divisions of EA to collaborate on projects

WestWayne/22Squared
Director of Development| 5/06  - 3/08 | http://www.22squared.com/
Consultant Developer | 5/08 –4/09
Consultant Developer | 6/09 – 8/09

  • Worked directly with high profile clients like Toyota, Florida’s Natural, Buffalo Wild Wings, Marriott and Publix.
  • Use PHP to develop complex web applications. Created a fully custom CMS, and worked with Joomba, Drupal.
  • Use extensive XHTML, CSS, and Javascript to layout micro and splash sites with complex page designs.
  • Work with other departments of the agency and represent interactive development in all projects. Do extensive research and planning for each project.
  • Plan all technical aspects of an interactive project from server setup, information architecture, and development.
  • Planned file architecture, information architecture, and site structure on large sites.
  • Work with a large creative department to integrate complex creative designs into applications and web sites.
  • Manage workflow, workload, tasks, and assignment of projects within Interactive Development. Hire and manage freelancers to arrange work completion.
  • Promoted to Director of Development in November 2007 - Manage and oversee all development projects
  • Work with developers to implement testing and QA, implement access and version control using SubVersion.
  • Worked with Flash Developers and used Actionscript 2 to develop PHP driven flash applications
  • Developed wireframes and development timeline for high profile CBS Sports papervision application.
  • Brought back as a consultant in Fall 09 to work on the redesign, code upgrade and optimization of www.buffalowildwings.com using PHP. AMFPHP, XML, and Actionscript 3.

Vein Media
Head of Development/Co-Owner | 2/97 –5/06 | http://www.veinmedia.com/

  • Designed highly graphical websites for large corporations such as Coca-Cola, NHL, and NHRA.
  • Worked directly with the client to produce web designs and applications to fit the needs of the project
  • Managed each project from start to finish, do full QA and tech support.
  • Created intensive PHP, Coldfusion, and ASP applications for clients including but not limited to portals, customer access and management, advertising and affiliate systems, and intensive forms and surveys. Used frameworks such as Zend and Drupal CMS to complete projects.
  • Worked with CRANE Nuclear and Used ASP, Cold Fusion, HTML, Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), PhotoShop, and Illustrator to implement new web site for CRANE VSBU websites, on line marketing and search engine optimization. Created a complex database driven company Intranet with many portal and administration features using ASP, Javascript for a Win2K Server, Created web applications in ASP for marketing and other departments of company to help company begin to integrate computers into their daily business.
  • Gained aspect knowledge of workplace processes by completing the 5S/Kaizen/Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing courses and gained essential management and organizational skills applicable to all industries.

EyeWonder
Senior Ad Developer | 11/01 – 2/03 | http://www.eyewonder.com/

  • Interfaced with agencies and advertisers like Coca-Cola, Yahoo!, General Motors, Digitas, True North, and Zentropy on a daily basis for client projects and online advertising campaigns
  • Designed and created rich media ads, site content, and e-mails with streaming video for EyeWonder's clients.
  • Provided QA for EyeWonder's core products (EyeStudio and EyeEncoder) and other team members' work.
  • Trained new employees in EyeStudio and EyeEncoder, capturing videos, and completing campaigns.
  • Designed and created static and animated graphics for online ads and content with Adobe PhotoShop, Imageready, and Illustrator. Used Premiere, Beta SP, and VCR to capture video from tape to an AVI file.
  • Edited video and audio using Adobe Premiere and Cool Edit Pro to prepare the video for encoding.
  • Encoded AVI files into EyeWonder's proprietary streaming video format using EyeEncoder.
  • Compiled graphics, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, and encoded videos into a campaign
  • Coded previous version of companies’ web site, assisted in current logo design.

CMGi Solutions
Contract Web Developer | 12/00 – 11/01

  • Developed for high-profile clients like barnesandnoble.com and columbiahouse.com.
  • Internet architect for radio stations', wtop.com and q101.com, websites
  • Worked on a team of professional web developers and project managers in a fast-paced environment.
  • Provided cross-browser and cross-platform QA for team members' work.
  • Created graphics and page layouts with PhotoShop and Illustrator, Fireworks, Flash, Dreamweaver
  • Used languages such as HTML, XHTML, DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, ASP, and XML to create portals, web pages, and interactive sites.

Digital Insight
Web Author/Assistant Mgr – Web Maintenance | 8/98 – 12/00 | http://www.digitalinsight.com/

  • Designed, created, and edited ASP pages and VB Script for customer service web pages.
  • Edited HTML, JavaScript, include files, ASP and graphics, using HomeSite, Interdev and Pivitol.
  • Interfaced with customers for web site design changes and requirements.
  • Edited and created graphics for web pages with Adobe PhotoShop.
  • Worked with production manager to re-design bank websites to meet customer deadlines.
  • Promoted to Assistant Manager of Web Maintenance in Spring 2000 - Trained new hires in software & procedures.


INFORMATION
  • President of AWP – Association of Web Programmers, also currently Atlanta Chapter Head
  • Member of AIMA – Atlanta Interactive Marketing Association, Atlanta Ad Club
  • Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills, excellent organizational and process improvement skills.
  • Self-starter experienced and adept at working by myself or on a team, as well as running a department.
  • Have been working with the Internet and web site creation since 1994.
  • Also have experience in computer hardware and software support, print design, and photography
REFERENCES
Available Upon Request.


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