Personal Summary

There's no tasteful way to write your own bio. I grew up in Idaho and Montana, always had an interest in computers, writing, and film. After landing in Seattle in 2007, I pursued a questionable education at the Art Institute of Seattle. Not finding immediate success "in the industry" I have tirelessly hammered on my creative shortcomings, and have continued to surpise myself with the improvements I have made. Between doing tech sector contract work, pursuing local adventures and events, visiting home and traveling when I can, I'm constantly attempting to balance my ambitions with my weaknesses. I hope to have a graphic novel self-published by the end of the year. Check out my blog for more!

Skills

  • HTML+CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • After Effects
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Experience

  • Product Compliance - Hazmat Investigation Rylem @ Amazon.com

    Seattle, WA Oct 2014 - Jan 2015

    • Assisted team in reducing pending Hazmat related communication queue from over 1,500 to ~0 issues.
    • Implemented Hazardous Materials policy with global outreach, correct item classification, and performance metrics.
    • Received "crash course" in International Hazardous Materials safety regulations (DOT-49 CFR, IATA, ADR).
    • Organized numerous daily communications and reports, monitored ongoing resolutions.

  • RPI-Ops Rylem @ Amazon.com

    Seattle, WA Jul 2014 - Oct 2014

    • Analyzed daily reports for remote team support and nationwide FBA Fulfillment center inventory adjustments.
    • Assisted with creation of metrics and Quality Control workflow for new international teams.
    • Used internal database resources to resolve receiving errors with querying tools such as; Mozilla Firefox plug-ins, and Excel.
    • Promoted pro-active communication and skill sharing across multiple teams.

  • RPI-Ops Rylem @ Amazon.com

    Seattle, WA Oct 2013 - Jan 2014

    • Performed inter-company communications to support Fulfillment By Amazon in warehouses nationwide.
    • Resolved errors with high and low volume items using a proprietary automated receiving system, meeting project goals.
    • Used internal database resources to resolve receiving errors with querying tools such as; Mozilla Firefox plug-ins, and Excel.
    • Authored workflow for long term projects, and communicated approved workflow to team-members and supervised progress.

  • Tester Level I Lionbridge @ Samsung

    Bellevue, WA Apr 2013 - Aug 2013

    • Recorded data of test results for Samsung smart phone applications, particularly voice recognition and speech to text and utilized Microsoft Office products to record, comment, and post test results.
    • Assisted with initial project establishment, developing workflows, and writing Excel macros to boost productivity.
    • Worked with partners of various cultural and language backgrounds to create team cohesion and maximize testing speed and accuracy.

  • Visual Data Specialist Randstad @ Google

    Bothell, WA Feb 2012 - Feb 2013

    • Created and edited mapping information across multiple databases according to set policy, using a GIS program.
    • Consistently met and exceeded productivity and quality targets, by nearly 200% on some projects.
    • Promoted to Quality Control and then Special Projects in my first 3 months.
    • Provided Photoshop graphic design skills to assist with Map Maker user tutorial videos.

Education

  • BFA Media Arts/Animation The Art Institute of Seattle

    Seattle, WA Aug 2007 - Sep 2010

    •Web Design
    •Drawing,Concept Art, Digital Painting, Kinetic Anatomy
    •3D Modeling, Materials and Lighting, Character Animation
    •Zbrush Sculpting
    •Compositing, Motion Graphics, Audio for Animation

  • AA General StudiesNorth Idaho College

    Coeur d' Alene, ID Sep 2001 - Apr 2004

    Broad sampling of core disciplines. Chemistry, Biology, English, and History.

Contact

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