Brooke Smith

Assist the Senior Web Designer in developing and maintaining the design of the
platform, as well as customizing registration templates to fit clients’ brands.
Collaborate with all departments to facilitate new programs, messages, campaigns,
and new technologies. Developed and implemented the Race IT blog using the
Orchard CMS platform, along with templated themes for partner clients. Collect,
analyze, and summarize information in prepared weekly/monthly reporting on key
metrics for blog. Works directly with sales and marketing team to create social
media assets and build e-mail newsletters.

• Design aesthetic feels clean, professional, modern and hi-tech.
• Design and produce marketing materials (i.e. flyers, brochures, posters, websites, logos, and business cards)
• Intermediate knowledge of standard PC & Mac web/graphic design tools (i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator, and Dreamweaver)
• Working knowledge of standard website programming languages (i.e. HTML and CSS, this includes the ability to hand code)
• Created templates for blogs (i.e. Xanga, MySpace, Blogger & WordPress)
• Ability to complete projects from conception to production with general direction guidelines

• Develop websites with HTML and CSS that are cleanly coded, user-friendly and functional across all devices.
• Creative thinker and ability to design in many different styles.
• Utilize excellent communication and time management skills; handles multiple projects.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with coworkers, programmers and developers.
• Show my understanding of visual communication through my attention to detail, a keen eye for clean UI implementation, minimalist design and color.

 Act as an ambassador of the ReStore while interacting with volunteers and customers.
 Recruit new volunteers through phone contacts, business calls and community events.
 Maintain accurate records of all court ordered and VIEW volunteers
 Utilize excellent public speaking skills for daily volunteer orientations to all new volunteers
 Respond to daily inquiries regarding volunteer opportunities from individuals and groups
 Maintain online sales outlets (eBay, Craigslist, etc.)
 Multi-task with other store positions when needed (cashier, donation processing, etc.)

Participate in the Student Technology Education Program (STEP)
- Promoted three times within Classroom Central
• Strong administrative skills; Ability to work in an organized, efficient manner with attention to detail
• Create training programs and design support manuals for new technology
• Hiring manager for the student technicians; Set up and proctor interviews
• Ability to multi-task and handle several projects at once with minimal supervision
• Manage a small team of six students that support and repair the hardware within the academic classrooms. Create student schedules, as well as delegate important tasks when special jobs are assigned.
• Special Jobs includes delivering and setting up media equipment for on-campus events (i.e. Faculty Speeches, Art Shows, Research Synopsis) and upgrading classrooms from Analog to Digital Systems

Past experience as the Web Development / Mobile App Intern
• Researched and learned the basis knowledge for PHP/HTML coding; ran and tested PHP code in their database
• Redesigned an outdated apartment site in Adobe Photoshop with aesthetic appeals
• Enhanced Graphic Designing skills using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator online tutorials

ODU Perry Library Learning Commons opened September 2011, a $10 million renovation expanding Perry Library 8,000 sq. ft. with 5 media labs and 12 collaboration rooms
• Managed all technology within the Learning Commons (i.e. flat panel monitors, desktops, projectors, wall control panels and media scape tables)
• Tested & replaced broken equipment within timely manner

• Strong knowledge & full proficiency of standard PC troubleshooting techniques
• Accustomed to working in a team environment to complete tasks in a timely fashion
• Use of excellent customer service skills when dealing with diverse and highly educated faculty.