Allow me to introduce myself.

I'm Kristen, jack of all trades, master of... a few.

I've got a pretty diverse arsenal of skills, but sales & marketing is definitely not one of them. In fact, I'm positively terrible at it, which does make selling yourself a little difficult. I've always been more fond of a completely honest, realistic approach to life because, as the Muggles say, truth will out. Yes?

By trade I'm a web developer, and I love it. Probably because two of my favorite things to do are to solve problems out and make stuff. Figuring out how to make stuff is just about as good as it gets- well, besides a coffee, comfy couch and a good book... or cute fuzzy kittens, but everybody loves kittens.

Expertise top 

  • = Just enough to be dangerous
  • = Comfortable
  • = Confident
  • = Crushin' it

Technical Skills

  • XHTML/HTML5
  • CSS3
  • SASS
  • LESS
  • Javascript
  • MySql
  • PHP
  • GIT & SVN
  • Cupcake Making

Software & Technologies

  • Drupal
  • Wordpress
  • Kentico
  • Code Igniter
  • Ruby Environment
  • ASP.NET Environment
  • Java
  • Adobe Suitei
  • OSX
  • Linux
  • Windowsi
  • Terminal

Conceptual Skills

  • Responsive, Adaptive
    & Mobile Development
  • Usability
  • User Experience
  • Relational DB Design
  • O.O. Programming
  • Web & Print Design
  • Video Editing
  • Motion Graphics

Education top 

Art Institute of California, San Diego

Bachelor of Science (BS), Web Design & Interactive Media, 2005-2009

Along with the expected web design and development, I also learned video production, editing, motion graphics and dvd authoring. Audio production. Graphic design, typography, and image manipulation, amongst other things.

Experience top 

  • Web Developer

    The Atom Group· December 2010 - present

    Responsibilities
    • Writing valid, cross browser, cross platform, mobile friendly HTML and CSS.
    • Using Javascript & jQuery for presentation and dynamic user interaction.
    • Drupal and Wordpress CMS installation, interface configuration and theme customization.
    • Integrating templates into sites using various .NET, Ruby, Java and PHP frameworks.
    • Work with clients, design agencies, project managers, and fellow developers to estimate, plan, and produce websites & apps.
    • Work on small and large teams and periodically overseeing projects as front end lead.
    • Manage multiple projects in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.

  • Free Lance Web Design & Development

    2009 - present

    I've done a small amount of free lance work, including design & development of the Nuclear Engineering Society, University of Illinois website. A portfolio for artist Brendan Tierney, initially html & php, later integrated into Wordpress, and a logo design for Titan Cloud Work.

  • Pâtissier, Cook, Waitress (shudder)

    Dolphin Striker Restaurant· Pâtissier · 1997 - 2000 & 2002 - 2005

    Tanque Verde Guest Ranch · Line Cook, Waitress · 2000 - 2002

    Hear me out! Prior to pursuing my present professional path, I was a pâtissier [Alliteration master!] and line cook. Besides the ability to bribe people with sweet treats, some skills do, surprisingly enough, translate quite well.

    Responsibilities
    • Work independently as well as provide strong support for the team.
    • Maintain quality, creativity and remain organized in very fast paced environment with deadlines so tight they're late the minute they come in.
    • Manage time and resources efficiently through both busy spells and lulls.
    • Make tasty treats and share them people who have to keep clients happy no matter what, because that is hard work.
    • Speaking of hard work - Interact with customers in a friendly, professional manner and ensure customer satisfaction.