brian.dichiara

Highly creative and imaginative, enthusiastic about web development and graphic design, and passionate. Enjoys working in fast paced environments and adapts quickly to change. Always open to learning something new. I was selected as Time Magazine's Person of the Year for 2006. I am also an active member of Experts-Exchange.

• Adobe Creative Suite (2/3)
• Microsoft Office (XP/2003/2007)
• Windows / Mac / Linux OS

• PHP (4/5)
• MySQL (5/6)
• ASP.NET 2.0 (VB)

• XHTML (1/2)
• CSS (1/2)
• Javascript (1.4/1.7)/AJAX

• URL Rewriting
• W3C XHTML Validation
• Tech Savvy

• SEO Optimization
• Dynamic PDF Generation
• Idea-Driven

• Database Management
• CSV Data Import/Export
• Optimistic

• Completely remodeled Intranet site using PHP and MySQL; Developed and maintained this tool to allow company employees easy access to important everyday information, documents, forms, procedures, and training materials.
• Redesigned website in ASP.NET (VB) 2.0/MySQL; Database driven, searchable content site managed through CMS admin system on intranet.
• Designed mockup for new home banking platform interface.

• Development of web based communication products from start to finish; including layout, design, programming and graphical elements.
• Responsible for maintaining company website, domain, email addresses and databases.
• Created corporate marketing materials from concept to completion; includes flash presentations, posters, flyers, brochures, and signage.
• Responsible for network administration and general computer hardware and software assistance.

• Designing creative for banners, web ads, and splash pages, while following web guidelines for fast load time, small file size, and versatility among common browsers.
• Providing creative copy for advertising purposes; Creating websites and splash pages using HTML and PHP for clients.

• Graphic Design Major
• Completed all but three courses in the Graphic Design curriculum