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I'm a web designer with expertise in many different disciplines including Web site design and development, Flash animation, non-linear digital video and sound composition, and print design. My web development skills are ever-expanding and I know how to conduct goal-oriented, problem-solving research in popular web scripting languages.

Above all, I am an artist. I bring the passion and craftsmanship necessary to transform any project from an adequate solution to an inspired creation.

• PHP web programming
• ASP/VBScript web programming
• Wordpress blog/CMS programming
• ColdFusion web programming
• Javascript, jQuery scripting and animation
• MySQL database development
• XML web development
• CSS and XHTML web design/development
• Section 508 useability compliance

• Website/UI design and deployment
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Quark Xpress
• Final Cut Pro and many other non-linear video and timeline editors
• Traditional painting and drawing media
• Solid writing and proofreading ability
• Windows and Macintosh operating systems

employment

ERICKSON LIVING 2007 - 2011

Web Designer and Developer

• Designed and Programmed enterprise-level ASP company web sites for marketing department.
• Deployed and customized Wordpress web sites
• Modified Wordpress web site to be full CMS for use as a news web site
• Administered user profiles for content team and outside readership
  
• Developed forms to populate registrant data into external CRM
  
• Developed useability and accessibility standards based on Section 508 requirements
  
• Developed and deployed multimedia to streaming servers using custom Flash applications and Facebook API

ECENDANT INTERACTIVE (formerly Direct Affect Marketing) 2004 – 2007

Web and Interactive Designer

Designed, maintained and enhanced client web, multimedia and print marketing for the real estate industry. I became the "go-to" person for various technical issues and techniques involving the production of presentations, digital proofs and general computer use. I worked confidently in direct collaboration with peers and supervisors to deliver impactful multimedia, web and print products to our clients on unforgiving deadlines.

• Created, edited and produced promotional videos for clients.
  
• Developed sales kiosks using Flash animation and multimedia integration.
  
• Created Addy-winning multimedia CD-ROM handouts and direct mailers.
  
• Created Flash web animations and web sites.
  
• Consulted on software purchasing decisions.
  
• Trained interns and evaluated their progress.
  
• Attended creative meetings and actively discussed design, function, and project strategy.
  
• Had to write small copy on the fly.
  
• Collaborated with designers, programmers and media professionals in a fast-paced, high-end marketing firm.

NLCHP.ORG 2007

Freelance Consultant

• Built a dynamic web site and content management system using ColdFusion and Microsoft Access.

WEBWORKS DESIGN COMPANY 2002 – 2004

Web Designer

• Designed, maintained and enhanced client web sites, logos, and print materials.
  
• Worked directly with clients and prospects to crystallize their vision and reach objectives through web presence and consistent branding.
  
• Developed custom HTML and Flash presentations.

THE BALTIMORE SUN 2000 – 2001

Web Producer, SunSpot.Net

• Maintained and enhanced The Baltimore Sun's web site. Managed daily news content.
  
• Photographed and videotaped major news events.
  
• Developed custom HTML, Real media and Flash presentations.
  
• Produced graphic design for featured stories and sections.

XIGROUP (formerly Xchange Interactive) 1997 – 1999

Lead Web Designer

• Created corporate identity, logo design, custom illustration, web sites and online banner ads for the company and many of its clients. Coordinated and collaborated with freelancers and other team members.
  
• Online adaptation of Bellsouth's 1998 corporate sourcebook.
  
• Web site, illustration & character development for Giant of Maryland's "Apples for the Students Plus" program – 1998.
  
• Visual redesign and web site audit for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce - 1998

education

Maryland Institute, College of Art 1989 – 1994

Bachelor of Fine Arts degree

References available upon request.

“In his several years with Erickson, Eddie brought a unique blend of design and web development together to find solutions to all web challenges. He is very analytical and works to find workaround solutions utilizing his programming knowledge, but is also an excellent designer with a keen eye for design. Eddie was able to take any project assigned to him and complete it on time and always exceeded client expectations. He was always a pleasure to work with and was admired and well liked amongst all his peers. If we had the opportunity to work with Eddie again in the future, we would most certainly welcome it.”

– Jon Gold
   Webmaster, Erickson Retirement Communities

“Eddie is a rare breed who possesses both the artistic and the analytical in spades making him an amazing asset to every project team he's a part of. He has a brilliant mind brimming with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in all things web--from development to design. What makes Eddie extra valuable is his generosity and patience when it comes sharing his skills and teaching others.”

– John Makowski
   Creative Director, Erickson

“Eddie is a great problem solver that takes on all challenges and does the work to find a resolve. He is constantly adding skills to his already extensive knowledge base and has a strong design and development portfolio.”

– Mark Frascati
   Senior Web Designer, Erickson

“Eddie Rifkind is a very intelligent and dedicated individual who is especially gifted in web development. His fun and positive attitude and expertise in what he does makes working with him very pleasant and highly productive. I've been working with him on several web projects for over a year now, and on every project, he has proven himself to be an effective creative thinker and a problem solver. Thanks for being such a good comrade, Eddie.”

– Oz Ozel
   Web Designer, Erickson

“Eddie Rifkind was my coworker at Ecendant Interactive. We've worked together on multiple successful advertising campaigns. Eddie's ingenuity and problem solving ability made each project a pleasant journey. He's the kind of designer who will find a way to resolve any challenge. Eddie works with fantastic efficiency. He has taught himself a lot of things that an artist would normally stay away from like HTML, JavaScript, ColdFusion and many design programs. His technical abilities far exceed a Graphic Designer's skills so he's a true Jack of All Trades. His sense of humor and easy going personality made him the life of our office. It is unfortunate that he had to leave our company due to his relocation to Baltimore.”

– Diana Onet
   Art Director, Ecendant Interactive