Resume
Derek Van Derven
derekpainter1@hotmail.com
www.derekvanderven.com
Objective: Markedly determined and goal-oriented professional committed to a long-term career in Web Design. Offer a strong track record exhibiting creative design skills, computer proficiency and ability to follow through with projects from inception to completion.
Technical Skills
Windows Operating Systems
JavaScript image galleries
XHTML
Search Engine Optimization
CSS without tables
Remote Website Administration
Dreamweaver CS3
Image Optimization for the web
Adobe Photoshop CS3
Color Theory and Composition Design
Flash Slideshows
Studying PHP and MYSQL Applications
A+ Computer Hardware Certification Training
Building IBM Clones
PHP forms
Experience Highlights
FREELANCE WEB DESIGNER
Created, designed, and developed websites for various clients.
Administered and updated clients’ websites for business promotion and customer demands.
Developed and designed new web interfaces, layouts and site graphics.
Guided clients in setting up their hosting providers and domain registration.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Department of Military and Veterans Affairs of New Jersey
Aided Public Relations department in creating innovative designs and illustrations that would reflect institution’s values and mission.
Illustrated “Gifts for the Governors” maps and postcards of local sites of interest for the National Governors’ Association.
Designed postcards for the World War II Normandy Museum in France.
Education
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY, Mason Gross School of the Arts, New Brunswick NJ
Bachelors of Fine Arts (B.F.A) 1997
FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (FIT) · Painting Program 1995
RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN (RISD) · Painting Program 1993
Samples of Expertise
www.flynnhousenj.org · www.academyoftalent.com · www.centraljerseytees.com ·www.validwebdesigns.com/beauty-of-css.php (click on drop down menu “grunge” by "view designs")
·www.jevideo.net
References available upon request.