Résumé

Background

• 20+ years as a Object-oriented software developer utilizing modern OOA and OOD (Object-Oriented Analysis and Design) methologies. Languages included Objective-C, C++ and Java. Web design languages include HTML, DHTML and CSS.
• 25+ plus years of results-oriented experience in the creation and execution of advertising art. For more information visit my Graphic Artist web page.
• Developed and maintain an internationally acclaimed web site with schedules and information on the Olympic sport of race walking. Also, designed and maintain jazzguitarresources.com for the pursuit of music through the guitar.

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Experience - Software Developer

• Freelance Graphic Artist, Web Designer and Macintosh Development - (Current)

  Design, development and implement web sites for a variety of clients. See my web samples page.

• Contract Programmer - (December - November 1998)
  • BellAtlantic Directory of Graphics - AppleScript project
  • Managing Editor Software, Inc. - C++ project
• Senior Macintosh Programmer - (1999 - 2001) Covad Intergrated Services

  Design, development and implementation of a Macintosh internet registration sofware for a variety of branded clients. Using C++, AppleScipt, the Microsoft Internet Explorer Administration Kit and FileMaker Pro. responsible for creating and managing the building of hyprid client CDs. Developed a scalable branded solution for VISP client download pages.

• Xpedite Systems, Inc. - (1994 to 1998)

  Senior Programmer - Design and development of end-user software using Java and JDK 1.2. for accessing enhanced messaging services. Designed and developed the user management modules and the core central application module. Authored the groups styles and coding guidelines document.

  Macintosh Project Leader - Designed, developed and implemented a suite of end-user applications using C++, MacApp, PowerPlant, MacroMedia, AppleGuide, and HyperCard. Created and maintained the companies web pages regarding the Macintosh version end-user software. Direct income from this product averaged $70,000 to $80,000 a month.

• MATT Project - (1991 to 1993 - Contractor)

  Design, testing, coding and production support of the MATT HyperCard interface to the Martin Marietta Aerospace CPS (Central Purchasing System)., external code resource development in C and C++, conversion of existing windowing system using WindowScript and MitemView.

• Sheller Development - (1992 - 1993)

  Mac support and training for the Art and Copy departments on a consulting basis. - Clients included Prudential Insurance Company and Union Fidelity Corporation. Development and customization of AIMS - The Art Automation Management System for Union Fidelity Corporation using HyperTalk and C.

• Union Fidelity Corporation - (1992 - 1993)

  Mac support and training for the Art and Copy department on a consulting basis. - Customization of AIMS - The Art Automation Management System. Supporting QuarkXpress, Aldus Freehand, and Microsoft Word.

• Various Clients (General Information Services) (1991 - 1993)

  Designed and developed various business applications for the following clients:

  • Educational Software, Inc. Philadelphia,PA
  • Haverford School District, Haverford, PA
  • Matsu School District, Palmer, Alaska

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Experience - Art

• Freelance Graphic Artist, Author, Publisher, Web Designer Development - (Current) Design, development and implement web site for a variety of clients including my our web sites.
• National Liberty Corporation, Frazer, PA - (1979 to 1991)

  Lead artist and manager of in the Art Automation project resulting in a typography savings of $1 million dollars a year. Responsible for the management of the Art Department's 26-user Macintosh network. Responsibilities included research and development, training, product testing, network trouble shooting and supervision of a Macintosh System Administrator. Initial development of what later became the AIMS project.

  Design Director, CUNA Marketing Area (1984 to 1987)

  Responsible for campaign advertising work. Supervised two production artists. Developed procedures to aid in the efficient, expedient preparation of camera ready art. Implemented the first successful plate control project in the third party marketing area resulting in print savings in excess of $160,000.

  Senior Designer, Veterans Marketing Area (1984 to 1987)

  Responsible for the creation and redesign of direct-response test kits.

  Designer, Third Party Marketing - (1984 to 1987)

  Responsible for creating camera-ready art in preparation for printing.

  Freelance Artist - National Liberty Corporation - 1979

• Freelance Graphic Artist - (1978 to present) Various freelance graphic art projects. Clients include Anderson Music Productions, Media Music, Creative Video Productions, Morgan Rail
  

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Experience - Music

• Freelance jazz guitarist - (Current)

  Performing and recording jazz guitarist, author and teacher.

• Author of over 20 plus books for guitar, ukulele, banjo, mandolin and music.
  QuickStart - Scale Fingerings for Lead Guitar
  Advanced Guitar to Chords for Guitar
  A Guide to Ukulele Chords
  Advanced Guitar to Chord Progrressions for Guitar
  for a complete listing my 20 books click here.
• 70+ Private Guitar and Bass Instruction - (Current)

  Private music instruction at Music & Arts Center - Plymouth Meeting, PA and home studio.

  Private Music Study with Chuck Anderson - (1978 to Present)

  Chuck Anderson is an internationally recognized expert on music education and the music industry. A member of the Liverpool Institute for the Performing Arts International Advisory Board, Chuck is a highly regarded author, lecturer, teacher, composer and musician. Endorsed by Gibson Guitar and Martin Guitar, Chuck has developed a reputation for producing successful career musicians over the last 35 years.

  Solo Guitarist - (1996 to Present)
  

  Offering a unique brand of solo performance that makes big sounding music affordable.

  The Rupert Wright Jazz Trio - (1998 and 1999)

Education

• Diploma, Studio School of Art and Design, Philadelphia, PA 1978
• Private music study with Chuck Anderson since 1978
• Diploma, Henderson Senior High School, West Chester, PA 1971

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Personal Accomplishments

• American Masters record holder for 20 km Walk (track).
• Bronze medal winner 1997 2 hours National Race Walking Championship
• Silver medal 40 km National Race Walking Championship, 1996
• 1995 New Jersey Racewalker of the Year
• Gold medal winner USA team 20 km Walk 1995 WAVA games, Buffalo, NY
• National Age Group Champion, 10km Walk (1994, 1995)
• Consistent top 5 in age group nationally.

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