Objective

To work collaboratively using existing and emerging technologies to deliver user-centric solutions while promoting innovative and effective media, concepts and thinking.

Education

  • St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, MN

    Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Concentration

    December 2008, GPA 3.44

  • Apex College, Pokhara University, Kathmandu, Nepal

    Bachelor of Computer Engineering (Incomplete)

    July 2002 - July 2003

  • Xavier Academy, Lazimpat, Nepal

    Higher Secondary Education Board

    June 2002

Professional Experiences

  • University of Texas Medical School at Houston

    Web Developer IV, October 2011 - present

    Interface with unit/department administrators, content experts, technical staff, and publishers to assist in the development, and online distribution of website content and web-based applications for complex large departments or school, including, but not limited to creating, designing, producing, and implementing website content and web- or computer-based systems.

    • Provide management of website content including creating, adding and removing information from website; create dynamic web pages, and develop website information architecture.
    • Plan site design with an emphasis on website usability.
    • Develop and maintain web-based application interfaces or programs; create computer and web-based solutions for departments, faculty and services.
    • Use advanced photo editing skills for the creation of graphics, animated graphics and retouching images; and create and caption audio or video files for website content as necessary.
    • Create and maintains databases. Adding, deleting, and changing database records as required.
    • Develop website security policies and procedures.
    • Keep current on overall web-based publishing technologies available for the creation and distribution of web-based materials.
    • Investigate and test multiple applications to determine appropriate solutions based upon user needs; and conduct usability and functionality testing.
    • Determine website file locations, and authorizes access rights to appropriate individuals.
    • Develop departmental or school project budget related to the website.
    • Contribute to university guidelines and strategic goals for web-related issues through interaction with other leaders in web development; and develop strategic goals for the department.
    • Manage HR activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning.
    • Other duties as assigned.
  • Design At Work, Houston, TX

    Web/Multimedia Developer, August 2009 - September 2011

    Work with a team of graphic designers, public relations/advertising and communication professionals to design, develop and deliver various web based solutions integrating audio/visual and multimedia content to a large base of diverse clientele

  • A.M. Design Group Inc., Avon Lake, OH

    Intern, Junior Graphic/Web Designer, January 2008 – December 2008

    Worked directly with clients on print, web and interactive projects,Worked closely with senior designers on concept development, management, execution and production of various design projects

  • Web Team, St. Cloud State University, St. Cloud, MN

    Junior Graphic Artist, December 2005 – December 2007

    Worked closely with the Web Development Team on concept development and execution, Signage Design, Graphics Simulation and Manipulation,Technical Drawings,Web Design and updates, Photography, Audio/Video Production, Podcasting

  • Interventional Pain & Physical Medicine Clinic, St. Cloud, MN

    Web Designer & Developer, November 2006 – December 2007

    Worked closely with the Medical Director and Administrators to redesign and maintain website, posters, brochures, mailing postcards

Freelance Experiences

  • Werkpress

    Web Design and WordPress Theme Customization

    Work with the Werkpress team to customize various Wordpress projects

  • Pumori Travels

    Identity Design and Site Design/Development

    Work with the proprietor to design and develop a brand for a travel agency

  • Film South Asia

    Design and Front-end development of Website

    Site no longer current, but uses the same interface architecture