Jacob Winkelman : Resume

Jacob Winkelman

Work Experience

Freelance, Web Design & Development, November 2007-Present

Work independently and collaboratively on a variety of web projects, specializing in sites for individuals and upstart companies. Code for web utilizing HTML, CSS, Flash, Actionscript, XML, Javascript, PHP, and Wordpress CMS.

Signature Creative, Art Director, November 2007-November 2009

Art Director at Signature Creative, a digital agency. Oversaw and worked directly on a variety of print and web design projects. Interacted with clients to discuss strategies and communicate design concepts. Created Flash animations and prepped website assets for dev teams. Worked with Project Management to manage and lead teams of designers and interns.

Pure Biz Solutions, Designer, April 2007-November 2007

In-house Designer at Pure Biz Solutions, a web design company. Lead a variety of projects, including interface design, web design, print ads, identity, and marketing collateral. Translated designs into websites and ads utilizing Flash and Actionscript.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design, 2004-2007

The Art Institute of California-Los Angeles, Santa Monica, California

General Education, Liberal Arts Studies, 2002-2003

Macalester College, St. Paul, Minnesota

Awards

Best of Quarter at The Art Institute of California-Los Angeles:

Advanced Design: Information Design, Fall 2006
Typography 4: Publication Design, Spring 2006
Message Making, Spring 2006
Concept Design, Fall 2005
Fundamentals of Design, Fall 2004

Skills

Mac & PC Platforms
Flash / Actionscript
HTML / CSS
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
QuarkXPress
Microsoft Office

References available upon request.