Resume

Objective

Position in a diverse Web development environment where I can utilize my existing skills as an information architect, web producer or project manager.

Summary of Qualifications

Web designer and developer with emphasis on principles of information architecture
Official Honoree, 2006 Webby Awards
Highly experienced in W3C Web Standards, including XHTML, CSS, Accessibility, Section 508
Design of user interfaces for complex functions
Executive-level experience in team-oriented staff management and budgeting
Nationally published writer with excellent communications and presentation skills
Deep experience in agency practices, account management and client service
Two-time Silver Anvil-winning professional with 17 years experience in public relations, marketing communications, branding, graphic design and market research (See other awards)

Employment History

Eric Stoltz Ltd., Los Angeles (1996-current)

Principal. Worked with diverse group of clients to create large Web sites and intranets of up to several thousand pages. Counseled and advised clients on Web strategy. Negotiated agreements. Developed information architecture, created site maps, designed comps and interfaces and managed all aspects of development through deployment. Managed project budgets of up to $150,000. Established specifications and supervised subcontractors. Developed site policies and style manuals. Site for Archdiocese of Los Angeles was named Official Honoree in 2006 Webby Awards.

EvansGroup Public Relations, Los Angeles (1995-1996)

Senior Vice President, Co-Managing Director. Developed strategic, research-based, multi-faceted public-relations programs for clients and new business prospects, including development of successful proposals for government contracts of up to $4 million through competitive RFP processes.

The Rowland Company, Los Angeles (1993-1994)

Vice President. Supervised account team and headed up new business activities for the Los Angeles office of this Saatchi & Saatchi division. Largest client was the State of California Department of Health Services.

American Foundation for AIDS Research (AmFAR), Los Angeles/New York (1991-1993)

Public Relations Manager. Created and implemented strategic national programs involving health care communications, government relations, development and community relations communications. Managed budget and outside contractors including design and market research firms. Program was awarded the Silver Anvil, the highest national award of the Public Relations Society of America.

Pollare/Fischer Communications, Los Angeles (1988-1991)

Account Group Manager. Managed consumer marketing division, including creation of research-based brand marketing programming for Westec Security that was awarded the Silver Anvil. Added up to $1 million in new business per annum. Created and supervised staff in implementing award-winning marketing and corporate communications programs for clients including Lexus, The J. Paul Getty Trust and Coors Brewing Company.

Aaron D. Cushman & Associates, Los Angeles (1985-1988)

Account Supervisor. Primarily serviced the City of Los Angeles Department of Transportation. Other clients included the Renaissance Pleasure Faire.

The Beverly Hilton; City of South Gate; Bergen & Lee, Los Angeles (1982-1984)

Internships and Entry Level.

Selected Client Experience in Web Development

America Magazine, New York
Archdiocese of Anchorage
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Congregation Kol Ami, West Hollywood, Calif.
Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern), New York
Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles
Harvard-Westlake School, Los Angeles
Western Diocese of the Armenian Church of North America, Burbank, Calif.

Education

University of Southern California: School of Journalism, Public Relations Sequence

Representative Software/Language Proficiency

HTML/XHTML
CSS
PHP MyAdmin
WordPress and other open-source applications
Omigraffle
Adobe Dreamweaver
Adobe Fireworks
Adobe Flash
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Quark X-Press
Apple iWork suite
Apple iLife suite
Microsoft Office suite

Selected Community Involvement

Vice President, Wilshire Center Interfaith Council (2007)
Organizer and Leader, Interfaith Pilgrimages to the Israel, the Palestinian Territories, Turkey and Jordan (2005-2007)
Ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacon, Archdiocese of Los Angeles (2004)
Chair, Social Justice Ministries, St. Brendan Church, Los Angeles (2004-2007)
Chaplain, Los Angeles County Men’s Central Jail (2003-2007)