SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

 

Software

I am an advanced user of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver and Flash. I have audio-editing/conversion skills plus I've used the Microsoft Office suite for 10 years. If there's a need to learn new software, I can learn it quickly.

XHTML/CSS/Javascript

I hand code all XHTML and CSS to W3C standards. During a recent year-long project for WorkCast I made extensive use of hand-coded Javascript, DOM manipulation and the Prototype and Scriptaculous Javascript libraries. For Mogulz I used Jquery and XML (AJAX).

Content Management

I have worked in various content management systems over the years, some still in existence e.g. OpenCMS and other now defunct ones. I recently created a site for Intercambio using Drupal CMS. I'm a technically adept designer so am happy to get my hands dirty with customisation.

Accessibility

I am well-versed in creating accessible websites where required and understand assistive technologies. Any site I build has at least a basic level of accessibility as standard to comply with the Disability Discrimination Act.

Usability

While I try to make each design individual I ensure that my sites are clear and understandable from the moment you arrive.

Consultancy

As part of my web design work, I provide clients with consultancy on how to make their websites accessible to disabled users and the best ways to ensure future visits (hits). I understand SEO and make sure any SEO work I do is white hat not black hat.

Writing

I am a expert writer/editor for the web, and longer form printed copy, and have advised and trained clients in writing successful content. I am a skilled communicator via email (and happy to talk on the phone or face to face!) and have written training manuals and content guides for websites.