Thomas O. Coleman Objective: To secure a design leadership position with an influential firm in the RIA market where I can use my extensive experience, broad skill set and personal enthusiasm to guide the User-Centric Design process and mentor junior designers. Technical Skills: OS: Windows 3.1, 95, 98, NT, 2000, XP. Macintosh OS 6.0.4 - 10.5.3,
Software: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Director, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash and Freehand; Microsoft Office, Visio, Visual Studio, Visual Source Safe, Content Management Server. Highly skilled in Web authoring software and technology, including HTML, XHTML, DHTML, AJAX, JavaScript, Shockwave, Java, C#, XML, XSL, CSS, ASP.NET and PHP/MySQL. Soft Skills: Motivated self-starter able to succeed working independently or as a team member. Excellent oral and written communicator, User-Centered Design practitioner, Mentor to junior team members. Work Experience: THE JOINT COMMISSION, Oakbrook Terrace, IL, October 2009 – Present:
Senior Web Designer/Developer/Usability Analyst (contractor through TEK Systems) I’m helping to design and develop a new informational web application for the Joint Commission’s extranet. Built in ASP.Net with AJAX and Flash/Flex on the User Interface, the application is an example of a Rich Internet Application (RIA). I was able to save the department $9,000.00 in outside vended costs by providing User Interface Design expertise. I also initiated User-Centric design practices by suggesting User Tests. I helped to pre-screen potential candidates for other roles on the team. DISCOVER FINANCIAL SERVICES, Riverwoods, IL, January 2009 – October 2009:
Senior Web Developer (contractor through TEK Systems) I’m maintaining a custom Content Management Solution built on Lotus Domino and AJAX. The CMS uses several JavaScript frameworks including: Prototype/Scriptaculous, ExtJS and YUI as well as several other JavaScript libraries and internally developed code. The CMS supports an ITIL Service Catalog for internal Discover customers. I directly support the Service Managers as well as providing customer support for internal clients. NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION SOLUTIONS, Chicago, IL, August 2008 – December 2008:
Independent Professional (Freelancer through Robert Half Technology) – I worked on Flash and Flex-based eLearning modules for the NRA Educational Foundation’s premier product: ServSafe (http://www.servsafe.com/Foodsafety/solutions/options/online/5Edemo/5EDemo.html). Working within a team of developers, I applied Spanish translations and bug-fixes to the ActionSctipt 3 code base. Using the Flash IDE, I applied updates, debugged and performed Quality Assurance to the modules and updated the SharePoint QA logs. I also helped screen new candidates for the development team--All during a very aggressive delivery schedule. HEWITT ASSOCIATES, Lincolnshire, IL, March 2008 – July 2008:
Independent Professional (Freelancer through Artisan Talent) – I prepared Web-based HTML, CSS and Javascript-based demos for sales presentations and re-branded existing templates for customer web portals using HTML and CSS. I prepared potential designs in Photoshop (comps) and upon approval executed the designs in HTML, CSS, Javascript and Java using DreamWeaver and a custom Java-based build tool. Some of the clients I prepared branding templates for were: Dole Brands, Excelon, Kaiser Permanente, Mars Brands, Sara Lee and others. Some of the delivery times were same day for multiple concurrent projects. I also interfaced with the offshore development team and performed quality assurance on their deliverables to ensure compliance with Hewitt standards. RUSH CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL, Chicago, IL, February – March 2008:
Independent Professional (Freelancer through Graphite Design) – Converted existing CD-ROM-based hospital tour into website using Macromedia Director and Shockwave. This immersive tour, aimed at younger viewers, prepares them for their experience while at the hospital. It includes music, audio and video. The videos are QuickTime VR which enables a panoramic view of the operating rooms, recovery rooms and waiting rooms. METHOD ENGINE, Chicago, IL, January 2008 – February 2008:
Independent Professional (Freelancer through Creative Circle) – Assisted in creation of website for TSTD using HTML, CSS, Javascript, XML and PHP. Utilized several Javascript libraries including MooTools and JQuery for rich interface elements, including Accordion controls and the Google Maps API to locate the nearest clinic. I improved the architecture and maintainability of the site by implementing PHP server-side includes for the common page elements. CCH, A WOLTERS KLUWER BUSINESS, Chicago, IL, September 2005 - January 2008:
Senior Interface Designer/Competency Lead - Responsible for design and implementation of interfaces for desktop and web applications for the firm. Including creation of wireframes, high and low-fidelity prototypes, graphic assets and technical documentation for all phases of design. Provided heuristic Usability evaluations and facilitated user testing. Provided estimates of resources required for project completion. Provided guidance and performance reviews for design discipline and direction for training of UI Designers. THOMAS O. COLEMAN CREATIVE SERVICES, Aurora, IL Apr. 2001 - September 2005:
Independent Professional (Freelancer) - Specializing in Internet/Intranet and New Media solutions.
Clients Included: Accenture, D. R. Horton, Hewitt Associates, Sears Roebuck and Company. ARTHUR ANDERSEN, Chicago, IL Aug. 1999 - Apr. 2001:
Senior Web Application Developer - Specializing in Internet/Intranet and New Media solutions.
Technology Coordinator - Responsible for planning, budgeting, procurement, and implementation of technology assets for Experience Design Group. Mentored junior members of Experience Design group. Coordinated training schedule for Experience Design group. Supervised creation and maintenance of database catalog of hardware and software assets of Experience Design group. Provided technical support to the Experience Design Group. THOMAS O. COLEMAN CREATIVE SERVICES, Aurora, IL Aug. 1996 - Aug. 1999:
Independent Professional (Freelancer) - Specializing in Internet/Intranet and New Media solutions.
Clients included: Andersen Consulting Education, Chicago Faucets, Ingersoll Rand. ANDERSEN CONSULTING, Northbrook, IL Feb. 1993 - Aug. 1996
Senior Graphic Designer - Responsible for design, creation and maintenance of computer generated artwork for the Firm. Designated Internet/New Media Competency Leader for Creative Services Group. TELESLIDE, INC. DIV.OF MOTIVATION MEDIA, INC, Chicago, IL Feb. 1992 - Feb. 1993
Applications Specialist - Primarily responsible for Imaging Service for Downtown office.
Other responsibilities included: Technical Support Representative; Sales Support Representative;
Computer Graphic Designer/Artist. AGS+R COMMUNICATIONS, Chicago, IL Jun. 1991 - Feb. 1992
Assistant Imaging Services Coordinator - Responsible for imaging, coordinating, scheduling and quality control of all imaging jobs for the computer graphics department. Other responsibilities included: Night Manager; Client Liaison; Technical Support Representative; Computer Graphic Artist. GENIGRAPHICS CORPORATION, Oakbrook Terrace, IL Oct. 1988 - Jun. 1991
Senior Artist - Responsible for design, creation and maintenance of computer generated artwork for clients. Other responsibilities included: Account Executive; Shift Leader; Customer Service Representative; Art Director; Photographer. Education: HUMAN FACTORS, INTERNATIONAL, Chicago IL, Spring 2007
User-centered analysis and conceptual design
The science and art of effective Web and application design
Practical usability testing
Putting research into practice NEW HORIZONS COMPUTER LEARNING CENTER, Chicago, IL, Fall 2006
Course M2730 - Building Microsoft Content Management Server 2002 Solutions LEARNING TREE MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE, Chicago, IL Spring 2006
Software Testing and Inspection Methods NEW HORIZONS COMPUTER LEARNING CENTER, Chicago, IL, Winter 2006
Course 3201 - Developing Microsoft ASP.NET 2.0 Web Applications MACROMEDIA CELEBRITY TRAINING SERIES, Chicago, IL, Winter 2000
Advanced Macromedia Flash 5 ActionScript SUN EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, Chicago, IL, Fall/Winter 2000
Certificate of Completion in the following courses:
SL110 - Java Programming Language for Non-Programmers
SL210 - Migrating to OO Programming with Java Technology
SL275 - Java Programming Language
SL285 - Java Language Workshop
OO226 - Object-Oriented Analysis and Design for Java Technology (UML)
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, MARSHALL SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, Chicago, IL, Spring 2000
USC eCommerce: Business Strategies for the New Marketplace GLOBAL KNOWLEDGE NETWORK, Inc., Chicago, IL, Winter 1999
Introduction to XML COMPUMASTER, Chicago, IL, Winter 1999
Troubleshooting and Maintaining the Macintosh COLLEGE OF DUPAGE, Glen Ellyn, IL Fall 1980 - Spring 1982
Major in Mechanical Design/Drawing. Coursework included: Mechanical Drawing;
Machine Tool Technology; Mathematics. UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO, Chicago, IL Spring - Summer 1979
Majored in Fine Arts. Coursework included: Art History; 2-D Design; 3-D Design, Humanities.
Made Dean's List. COLUMBIA COLLEGE, Chicago, IL Fall - Spring 1979
Majored in Fine Arts. Coursework included: 2-D Design; 3D Design; Life Drawing; Photography. Certifications: Human Factors International - Certified Usability Analyst # 2007-1319 Macromedia - Flash MX Designer Recognition: Human Factors International - Usability Analyst of the Month for September, 2007
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