ARTHUR SCHWIMMER
#334 - 1665 Ufton Crt, Kelowna, BC, Canada
Phone (250) 860 7466
E-mail arthur@arthur.info
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Professional Experience:
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04/2007 - Present |
Self employed, Kelowna, BC, Canada
Freelance Web Developer, Web Designer
Design and produce full web sites for a diverse range of customers, such as: mydreamflyer.com, alternatorgallery.com, evolution.imperfectarts.com, velvetice.ca, gayokanagan.com, mamaisontextiles.ca. The process usually involves information architecture, designing mock-ups for approval, slicing for web, producing flash components, html pieces and other code, extensive testing and search engine optimization.
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07/2006 - 06/2007 |
Artistech Newmedia - Kelowna, BC, Canada
Web Developer, Web Designer
Mainly responsible for designing web sites, graphic design and producing concepts for Internet sites and interfaces. Worked with flash presentations, and html/flash hybrid sites like: okbc.tv, kitchenhauscabinets.com, islandsnow.ca, livefreebc.ca, donaldsfinefoods.com, westernliquors.com, prestigekelowna.com, etc. The tasks involved using Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, CSS, PHP, hand coding in HTML, JavaScript, ActionScript, etc. Also produced print work such as business cards, ads and newsletters, using mostly Illustrator and InDesign, both on PC and Mac. Also involved with extensive search engine optimization, information architecture, branding, presentations, seminars, customer support, system administration, mySQL database set-up, e-commerce, streaming media, contact management systems, consulting, e-newsletters, templates, optimization, and hosting management. Related web site: www.artistechnewmedia.com
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02/2006 - 06/2006 |
Microsoft - Toronto, Canada
Freelancing Web Consultant
Worked on the Shopping Portal within the MSN.ca site. Managed XML, CSV and text feeds from major merchants
(like Dell, eBay, Canadian Tire, Toys R Us, etc). Responsible for the daily placing of the merchant's offers on
the main page (approvals, link creation, scheduling and testing). Created contents and creative for the Seasonal
Guides, and then translated these projects into live sites. Generated monthly stats for the merchants.
Reorganized and standardized the shared file & folder system. Worked with various content management
applications and different departments within the organization. Skills assessed by New Media Links.
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09/2005 - 02/2006 |
Various Assignments - Toronto, Canada
Freelancing Web Developer
Responsible for the complete web presence of small businesses like www.peterbarryphotography.com
and www.immigrationservices.ca, involved with the information architecture, contents management,
graphic design and web design. Web designer and web production artist for companies like F.C.B.
(managed some contents for www.glade.ca) and Sheridan College (migrated sections of the outdated
www.sheridaninstitute.ca within a new template to a Cold Fusion server, worked under Fireworks with
cmf includes, fixed the information architecture and improved the contents, navigation and visual styles).
Utilized hand coding HTML, CSS, Java Script, Adobe Photoshop CS2, Flash MX and Dreamweaver.
Skills evaluated by agencies Aquent and Creative Niche.
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07/2005 - 08/2005 |
Cossette Interactive Media, Fjord - Toronto, Canada
Web Developer
Produced lay-outs, code and graphics for different accounts, like: Bell Business On The Go www.businessonthego.ca,
Bell Sympatico and Pillsbury www.simpledelights.ca Utilized hand coding for html, asp, java scripting and style sheets and
Adobe Photoshop for the graphic templates. Worked in a team, involved in multiple accounts at the same time.
Related website: www.cossette.com
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12/2004 - 06/2005 |
Digital Cement - Toronto, Canada
Production Artist, Web Developer
Working in the Web and Graphics department producing layouts, code, and graphics for use in clients' regular online business
needs from e-newsletters to micro-sites. Utilized Photoshop and EditPlus for accurate hand coding and personalized experience.
Made use of extensive testing procedures on most platforms and readers, ensuring wide accessibility. Primarily responsible for the
development of the Bell Business Newsletter. Experience on processes involving other major clients (Kraft Foods, FedEx, AutoBytel and Dell).
Company link: www.digitalcement.com
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04/2004 - 11/2004 |
Arthur Computer & Art Projects - Toronto, Canada
Internet Specialist, Technical Support
Translating business profiles into competitive concepts and original artistic creations for Internet applications. Specialized in web
design marketing through artistic and multimedia solutions. As technician: responsible for troubleshooting computer issues for
private and business use. Related sites: www.arthur.info/pcfix, www.arthur.info/fixityourself
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04/2004 - 11/2004 |
NightStyling - Toronto, Canada
Artistic Producer, Promoter
In charge of conceptual plans, image building and promotional strategies through artistic projects. Leading a team of artists of various fields.
Related website: www.nightstyling.com
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06/2002 - 12/2003 |
Arthur Computer & Art Projects - Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Independent Artist, Web Designer
Professional experience with: conceptual projects, promotional programs, interior design, decoration, graphic design, performing arts and
installations. Affiliated with artist's organizations. Main activities: system administration, courses and support, technical care, Internet solutions,
helpdesk. Designed and built several websites for corporate clients. Related websites: www.arthur.info/computer, www.fondsbkvb.nl,
www.rotterdam-artists.nl
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01/2000 - 05/2002 |
The Roodkapje Public Arts Foundation - Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Art Director, Design Supervisor
Founded a non-profit foundation to support and promote upcoming talents in the field of modern arts. Exhibitions curator, multimedia studio
coordinator, artistic director for on-site projects. Leading a team to specific goals. In charge of the foundation's image and PR. Professional
experience with the arts community and commercial assignments. First hand experience with: Internet promotion, print works, newsletters,
2D/3D projects, photography, film, animation, sound, lighting, stage performances and full-scale productions. Related websites:
www.roodkapje.org,
www.rks.nl, www.sbaw.nl
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02/1998 - 12/1999 |
F12 Internetdiensten - Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Web Designer
Management of the own business, with main activities: web design and a variety in Internet related courses. Targeting B2B activities.
Related website: www.f12.nl
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02/1996 - 02/1998 |
PIR Automatisering - Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Internet specialist (civil servant)
Main duties: Internet specialist promoting and implementing the use of Internet within the business community of Rotterdam.
Corporate Internet web design, client installation, author and teacher of various Internet related courses, technical care and help desk.
Design responsibility for the web business centre Rotterdam Business Park and the websites included. PIR Automatisering is a project
initiated by the City of Rotterdam. Related websites: www.rotterdam.nl, www.rbp.nl
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11/1995 - 02/1996 |
MediaPort - Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Web Designer (civil servant)
Realization of Internet websites for an Internet Service Provider, a project by the City of Rotterdam. Related website: www.mediaport.org
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06/1995 - 11/1995 |
Spirit Interactieve Diensten - Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Computer system administrator (civil servant)
Administration of the press Bulletin Board System "Free Flow" between the City Council and the Regional Police, within a project oh the City of
Rotterdam.
Related website: www.spirit.nl
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09/1994 - 03/1992 |
Instituut voor Privé Educatie - Schiedam, the Netherlands
Computer courses teacher
Teacher of the course 'learning to work with computers'
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09/1991 - 12/1994 |
The I.T. Centre - Timisoara, Romania
Course for computer analyst programmer
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02/1991 - 09/1988 |
X&C Services - Timisoara, Romania
Analyst Programmer
Database programming for accountant departments. Implementing database applications and customer support. Teaching end users
the specifics of software environments.
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Education and Professional Skills:
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2001 |
Highest educational level is Bachelor of Fine Arts
Graduated at W. de Kooning Visual Arts Academy of Rotterdam
Full time 4-year study, Major in Interactive Multimedia
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Portrait photography - Kuub3 - Rotterdam, the Netherlands
Extra curricular study, Related website www.kuub3.nl
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1999 - Present |
Author of different thesis, scripts and articles
Mostly related to the implications of technology on the human society
Currently writing a book on the subject, related website www.arthur.info
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1998 - Present |
Important artistic experience in the field of modern arts and culture
Held positions like: promoter, project coordinator, art director
Extended practical experience as individual artist
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1988 - Present |
Vast Internet and computer related skills through courses and work
Extended work experience in Informatics & Communication Technology
Main positions: Web Designer, Internet Specialist, Helpdesk, Technician
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Community Volunteering |
President of the The Alternator Gallery for Contemporary Arts
Member of various committees at the Alternator Gallery
Member of Culture Matters, advisory group to the City of Kelowna
Member of Kelowna's Pride Week organization committee - ORC
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Artistic Skills |
Conceptual Design, Interactivity, Installations, Mixed Media Artist
Graphic Designer, Promoter, Producer, Videographer, Wearable Art
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Computer Skills |
Extensive professional experience with all Internet applications with 19 years of computer experience, including the latest and most popular software packages. Software knowledge: the complete Microsoft Office package, various Internet tools and applications (HTML, CSS, Java Script, Action Script, PHP, Flash, Dreamweaver, FTP, Mailing, Communications), 2D graphic design (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc), Multimedia Applications, 3D graphics (Poser), Audio and Video Editing (Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Encore DVD, Audition), Visual Presentations (Macromedia Flash), System Management, Administration Tools, Operating Systems, Networking. I am using the latest software available. Hardware knowledge: Installations, Maintenance. Other computer related skills: Helpdesk, Support, Guides, Courses. Worked on all MS Windows versions and under Mac & Linux environments.
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Other Skills/ Personality |
Project Management, Program Development and Implementation
Resourceful, Reliable, Responsible, Sense of Humour, Down-to-Earth
Independent, Team Player, Experienced, Professional
Well Organized, Multitasking, Troubleshooter, Perseverant,
Fast-paced, Highly Adaptible, Multilayered, Creative
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Languages |
English, Dutch, Romanian (all written and spoken), French (basic)
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References |
Please have a look at www.arthur.info/testimonials
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