JOYCE YEN
Online Portfolio Available at jycreative.com
EDUCATION
B.A. Cognitive Science
with emphasis in Neuroscience, Linguistics Minor (3.2 GPA) | December 2004
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Applications: Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, CorelDRAW, MS Office
Languages: Hand-coded HTML and CSS, Javascript, PHP, MySQL, Java, LISP, Scheme
Platforms: Windows 3.1/9X/NT/ME/2000/XP, Macintosh X, Unix
Specialties: Image optimization, Color correction, Batch processing
WORK EXPERIENCE
O-Line Sports, LLC. | February 2005 - Present
Senior Web Designer & Developer
* Built, implemented, synced and troubleshot PHP websites with MySQL databases.
* Designed an array of web media such as customized headers, merchandise vector logos, buttons and banners.
* Converted visual concepts into functioning UI’s using the latest CSS and DHTML techniques.
* Improved websites for rapid multi-page, multi-site modifications utilizing Dreamweaver, Unix, and Excel.
* Collaborated with programmer to integrate graphics and e-commerce shopping cart application seamlessly.
Berkeley Academics | September 2004 - Present
Graphic Designer & Instructor
* Created print media for promotional marketing and updated berkeleyacademics.com website.
* Instructed two critical reading classes to develop analytical skills through interactive exercises
in reading comprehension, logic, and verbal analysis.
* Developed curriculum with extensive research for writing lab, critical reading, and math core classes.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Berkland Baptist Church | August 2003 - Present
* Created graphics for theatrical productions and berkland.org website to be launched in early 2006.
* Taught and guided a group of 50 students on Photoshop skills and techniques as an instructor’s aide.
* Conceptualized and constructed numerous publications including posters, flyers, and an 18”x30” signboard using Photoshop and Illustrator to promote one of the largest UC Berkeley campus student groups.
481st Transportation Co. (Heavy Boat), U.S. Army Reserve | May 2000 - Present
Sergeant, Watercraft Operator
* Supervised and led junior enlisted soldiers as a non-commissioned officer and team leader.
* Maneuvered army watercraft using simple sounding devices, aids to navigation, and steer compass courses.
* Performed preventative maintenance including inspection, service, and operation of fire equipment, lifeboats, and rafts.
RELEVANT COURSES
* Introduction to Symbolic Programming
* Past, Present and Future of Interactive Computing
* Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
* Structure and Interpretation of Computer Programs
* Data Structures
* Introduction to Photography
* Introduction to Photoshop
* Advanced Photoshop
LANGUAGES/INTERESTS
Languages: fluent in Mandarin, conversational Spanish
Interests: web design, graphic design, 35mm & digital photography, optometry, vision, writing, basketball, snowboarding, working with children & helping others
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