Louise Solomon

Experienced Web Designer & Content Manager

United Kingdom, Wales

Education

Dec 2006 – Oct 2007, ICS Web Design Diploma
ICS Ltd, Skypark 5, 1st Floor, 45 Finnieston Street, Glasgow G3 8JU

The programme provided the opportunity to study the Web and its nature allowing me to progress throughout the course and gain a basic understanding of Web Design. This course included a number of assessments that I was required to complete as part of the coursework which was then forwarded to my tutor. Having completed this course based from home required self motivation, ability to work to tight deadlines and time management.

Key Topics Of The Course

* An Introduction to the Web and its nature
* The anatomy of a web site, from site plan to media elements
* Aesthetic Principles for Page Design
* Usability and Accessibility
* Creating Media Assets, including the use of Photoshop
* Web Standards
* Html and using an Authoring Package
* Cascading Style Sheets

Sept 2003 – Nov 2005 Information Technology and AS Levels
Coleg Glan Hafren Trowbridge Road, Cardiff, CF3 1XZ

AS Level: Art & Design [C]
Key Skills Information Technology Level 2
Basic Drawing Course Credit Based Programme

Sept 1998 – June 2003 GCSEs
Llanedeyrn High School, Roundwood, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff, CF23 9US

Art & Design [C], English Literature [C], French [D], English [C], English Speaking And Listening [B], Sociology[C], Mathematics [D].

Objective

From a very early age I have always enjoyed Art & Design and producing Creative Projects. Outside of school and college I have attended outside curriculum activities to develop strengths and skills in this area of interest. Ultimately, my fascination with Art & Design has led me in my aspirations for my career. Personally I feel I am a very artistic and creative person and from this talent and strength I have received certificates in areas of effort in Technology and successfully completing a Work Experience Programme in a hair salon. I have made contributions to outside education which include Sat's Revision Sessions, Contribution to School Life and a business dynamics programme.

My interests include visiting the local museum/art exhibitions and designing graphics for the Internet. I enjoy taking time out to use my computer facilities to teach myself new skills but more importantly gain experience in Web Design so that I can benefit my clients.

Skills

* Have developed accessible web content to meet WAI / WCAG standards
* Understanding of Web Usability issues and the technical aspects of making content useable for desktop
* Experience of using Dreamweaver to deliver web content and manage large websites
* Good understanding of SEO and pay–per–click advertising
* Customer service and helpdesk experience
* Wide knowledge of common office software
* Excellent understanding of Oscommerce & HTML
* Experience of using PHP and MySQL to import and export databases
* Experience in the use of (X)HTML, CSS and Javascript in standards based web design

Experience

Nov 2006 – Present, Web Designer
Highvisualproducts UK, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff

I am currently working as a freelance web designer for my web-based company Highvisualproducts. In this line of work I am required to keep on top of tight deadlines, produce work of a high standard and work with HTML, CSS,PHP and work with popular computer software. On a daily basis I have and continue to gain skills and knowledge in PHP and Ecommerce. I have worked on numerous Ecommerce projects allowing myself to work with MYSQL and gain a better understanding of databases. I have a good understanding of SEO optimization and online promotion from this line of work and i have since kept working on my skills in this area. My duties are as follows ...

* Web Design
* Web Design Development
* Online Store Design
* Design & Print Services
* Search Engine Optimisation
* Link Building
* Writing For The Web
* Writing Articles/Reviews Etc
* Monitoring And Maintenance
* Customer Service

March 2008 – Present, Content Manager
Sheer Pleasures, UK, Mablethorpe Lincolnshire

I am currently working as a Content Manager for Sheer Pleasures UK, a web-based lingerie company. This role involves writing for a variety of different media including newsletters, email and the internet. My position also involves the task of managing/organising the content of the website, creating a good user experience, Link administration and Search Engine Marketing. My duties are as follows ...

* Obtaining Good Text
* Commissioning a Good Design
* Selecting Good Images (picture research)
* Organising The Content
* Planning The Information Architecture And Site Navigation
* Creating A Good User Experience
* User Testing The Website
* Planning A Keyword And Content Strategy With Regard To Search Engine Marketing (SEM)
* Link Administration
* Monitoring And Metrics

May 2002 – May 2002, Hairdressers Assistant
La Femme, UK, Wellfield Court, Cardiff

Due to a Work Experience Programme in Llanedeyrn High School 2002, I was given a work placement in a Hair Salon situated in Albuny Road. Where I was required to work with a team of hair stylists and follow an agreed timetable of activities, In this range of work I had to understand the importance of personal appearance and as I was mostly dealing with customers being friendly, helpful and co-operative. For this subject of work I needed to show Interest, Initiative, manners and make decisions.

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