About Me
I've always been interested in music and technology.
I'm grateful for how technology has made my life easier and would like to use these skills I've learned to help other people. I also have an advanced awareness of cyber-security and other top computer science principles.
I am a web designer, musician, and IT technician. I have been freelancing for the past 4 years and have amassed a wide range of skills. I specialize in website design, but I'm always learning new skills to broaden my abilities. My goal is to help people with their online presence and provide them with an enjoyable experience.
I have over 12 years of musical experience in Piano, Percussion, and Voice. I studied extensively in Marimba, Concert Snare Drum, and Timpani under the direction of Dr. Michael Haldeman, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Percussion Studies.
I've always loved to build things from when I was a kid, whether it was Lego, or D&D characters, or websites. I loved the process of taking an idea and putting it into reality. I hope you enjoyed a sample of my work and I hope to work with you in the near future. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Bachelor of Science
Charleston Southern University
August 2014 - May 2019
Natural Science
Computer Science
Visual Basic Programming, Survey of Scripting Languages, Applied Networking, Intro to Cybersecurity, Java I with Elementary Data Structures, Human-Computer Interaction, Mobile App Development (iOS)
Music
Marching Band, Studio Proficiency for Percussion, Percussion Ensemble, Advanced Steel Drum Ensemble, Chamber Ensemble, and Wind Ensemble
Natural Sciences
Introduction to Biology, Foundations of Biology I and II, Historical Geology, Introduction to Chemistry, Concepts of Chemistry, Physics I, Astronomy, Human Anatomy I, General Psychology
Business and Other Relevant Courses
Principles of Marketing, Principles of Management, Microeconomics, Private Security, Accounting I, Intro to Criminal Justice, Public Speaking, Spanish I
IT Technician & Web Developer
DAT-A-SYST, LLC - Fort Mill, SC
July 2019 - Present
Serves as Technician and Web Developer for a technology service provider that offers diagnostic and repair services as well as managed print, data storage, internet, and security services.
Researches, identifies, and enables solutions to software and hardware computing and technical issues. Actively listens to clients describe their equipment problems, establishes rapport, and confidence that issues will be resolved.
Troubleshoots, repairs, and installs computers, phones, monitors, and routers. Orders parts needed to complete project work and performs complex repairs timely and accurately.
Designs and maintains the company’s website and manages SEO optimization to promote business goals.
Creates graphic templates for business projects including high resolution business logos and promotional images. Designs various documents, style guides, and specifications
Trains new Technicians on diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair of various technical equipment.
Freelance Web Designer
May 2019 - Present
Designs and creates innovative websites for various types of clients that portray client brand. Interviews client stakeholders and conceptualizes graphic designs and layouts that effectively portray the organizational brand. Supports client business strategies and goals by using creative elements that convey their uniqueness in a manner that is alluring, engaging and persuasive. Performs ongoing maintenance of client websites as well as front-end support, e-mail and print materials management, and SEO Optimization.
Customer Service Representative
Papa John’s Pizza - Fort Mill, SC
June 2015 - January 2019
Worked in various roles in a fast-paced work environment. Served customers and team members well by striving for quality, and inspiring others to do the same. Ensured customer satisfaction, compliance with safety standards, and operational excellence by learning to solve problems and collaborate.
Computer Skills
I am familiar with a wide range of operating systems, including Microsoft Windows, Apple macOS, Ubuntu, MintOS, and other Unix-based systems. I am also well-versed in the mobile operating systems such as iOS and Android. In terms of software, I am familiar with Microsoft Office, Apple iWork, Microsoft Visual Studio, Adobe Creative Cloud, and a variety of others.
Microsoft
Worked with Windows XP, 7, 8, 10, and 11. Proficient with Office, and Visual Studio.
Apple
Experience in Apple Products, macOS and iOS. Knowledge of Objective-C, Swift, and Bash language.
Linux
Worked on several Linux-based OSs including Ubuntu, MintOS, and Debian.
Familiar with the Android Mobile OS and ChromeOS. Coding Experience with Java.
Web Design Skills
I have experience with web-based scripting languages like HTML, CSS, Javascript, and PHP. There are various web-based platforms I have used including MailChimp, Xenforo, phpForum, phpSocial and Boonex.
HTML5/CSS
PHP Included, Bootstrap 4/5 Framework knowledge, Knowledge of CSS and SCSS.
Javascript
JQuery and Node.js are my most commonly used plugins for most of my work.
CMSs
Experience with WordPress, Joomla, and Webflow.
Browsers
Apple Safari, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, and others
Certifications
Apple Certified Mac Technician (ACMT 2019)
ACMT 2019 qualifies a technician to repair all the Mac products that were covered by prior ACMT certifications, plus all other Mac products that were produced before March 15, 2019.
Apple Certified iOS Technician (ACiT 2019)
ACiT 2019 qualifies a technician to repair iOS products that were produced before March 15, 2019. ACMT 2019 allows a technician who works at an Apple-authorized service facility to service all of these products.
Want to Hire Me?
Whether it’s Web Design, Programming, Quality Testing, or Repair, I’m more than capable of utilizing my skills to help push your needs forward.
