James Barner

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James Barner
25 Cushman Street Portland, ME 04102
(207)409-3879


Accomplished design professional with a broad range of creative and technical skills seeks to bring my expertise to a collaborative, creative organization

Skills Summary

  • 15 years experience in Web development, as well as network and technical support
  • Creative design and development of diverse interactive and print projects
  • In-depth knowledge of Apple software programs
  • Accomplished digital assistant and technician supporting photo shoots and editing
  • Proficient in HTML, CSS, PHP, Javascript, Adobe Flash, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Fireworks and InDesign

    • Experience

    Apple Inc. South Portland, ME

    Mac Specialist / Creative September 2008-Present

    Maintains up-to-date, comprehensive knowledge of every current Apple product, including software.
    Leads customer workshops and private lessons on a variety of subjects and software programs.

    Macomber Inc. Portland, ME

    Digital Photographic Technician October 2007-Present

    Work with photographer to maintain image quality and appropriate exposure levels
    Assist Art Directors on layout and image resizing / retouching
    Responsible for maintaining all digital aspects of location photography work including equipment, ad-hoc networking, file management and backup.
    Clients include Brookstone, Eastland Shoe, Garnet Hill, Orvis, Dover Saddlery, Smith Brothers, Jill McGowan, and Mead-Westvaco

    Southern Maine Community College Portland, ME
    Portland Adult Education Portland, ME

    Instructor January 2006-Present

    Instructor for Web Certificate Program using the Adobe Creative Suite programs Photoshop, Fireworks, Dreamweaver and InDesign.

    Amplexus Design Portland, ME

    Principle/Owner September 2000-Present

    Define and create packaging and promotional materials using web and print based media and oversee project timelines and budgets.
    Offering includes concept, layout, product photography, copywriting and website design, programming and maintenance, animation, PHP MYSQL, and website security.
    Clients include Idexx, The VIA Group, Catholic Charities of Maine, Carlo Pittore Foundation for the Arts, Restaurant Bresca, and Katahdin Restaurant.

    The Frame Shop And Gallery Portland, ME

    Managing Partner September 2004-July 2008

    managed day-to-day operations of customer service, framing production and gallery content/events, oversaw all aspects of projects from start to finish.
    Responsible for maintaining adherence to budget, training and supervising staff, and scheduling.
    Wrote, designed and distributed all marketing materials.

    Edufusion Cambridge, MA

    User Interface Animator November 2002-January 2005

    Working with illustrator and curriculum designer, responsible for creating user interface of online, interactive textbooks.
    Emphasis on student experience and presentation of materials with an engaging, intuitive style.

    Montserrat College of Art Beverly, MA

    Counselor August 2002-May 2004

    Maintained database of contacts from across US and orchestrated travel and visit schedules, evaluated portfolios, and taught workshops on portfolio improvement.
    Designed marketing and promotional materials for mass mailings, prospect packages and new student/orientee packages.

    Continuing Education Faculty Summer 2003

    Taught classes in basic drawing, picture framing essentials, college portfolio preparation including photographing artwork

    Massachusetts College of Art Boston, MA

    Admission Assistant January 2002-August 2002

    Maintained full knowledge of all programs offered by the college, as well as the requirements for admission to each, organized student and prospect files within database software.

    Orientation Program Design Assistant April-September 1997

    Worked with Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs to create a new orientation program involving over 350 students volunteering at over 20 sites across Boston.
    Co-wrote successful grant application for funding.

    Education

    Massachusetts College of Art BFA; Art Education / Painting
    Boston, MA May 1998

    References avilable upon request.