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Skills Summary
Technical Skills
- Web Development: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Python, XML, PHP
- Cloud Platforms: Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure
- Software: Autodesk Revit, Trimble, Pulse Embroidery, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace
- Operating Systems: Windows Desktop and Server, OSX, Linux, Android, iOS
- Systems Support: Servers, Desktops, Laptops, IoT, Printers, Cameras, Plotters
Soft Skills
- Project Management
- Automation
- Occasional Jokes
- Kindness & Compassion
Professional Experience
Phil Gear Graphic Design + Web Development – Portland, Oregon
| Freelance Graphic Designer and Full Stack Developer |
March 2000 – Present |
- Consulted with Venture Capitalists on entrepreneurial passion projects to establish businesses and employ/train locals in advanced technology.
- Constructed over 30 first-to-market websites for consumers, clients, patients, organizations, and businesses.
- Rebuilt websites and created fresh content for 30+ global B2B, B2C, and non-profit clients.
- Provided detailed feedback on grammatical, design, or code errors to improve website ranking and visual appeal.
- Developed marketing materials for clients and facilitated cost-effective mass production.
- Designed logos and brands for 30+ clients worldwide.
- Created industry-standard artwork proofs and documentation.
GearArts LLC – Portland, Oregon
| Digital Media Consultant |
March 2016 – Present |
- Collaborated with 600+ photographers on social media to advance image editing and digital photography skills.
- Designed works that inspired thousands, if not millions, of viewers in collaboration with 50+ local and remote digital artists.
- Consulted with 10+ elite corporate entities to increase awareness of new processes and products in technology advancements.
- Conducted research at 1400+ physical locations to explore new ideas.
- Captured professional photographs for clients and provided feedback for improvement.
- Explored Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Content Creation Solutions.
Mile Point Event Productions LLC – Portland, Oregon
| Individual Contributor |
March 2022 – Present |
- Performed event setup and strike for sporting events, public events, and street fairs.
- Provided rest stop services, including water, lunch, and on-call first aid.
- Delivered and picked up event-related rental equipment and vehicles.
- Built supply kits for volunteers and event staff.
- Coordinated transportation for event staff and equipment.
Block Party Barricades LLC – Portland, Oregon
| Individual Contributor |
March 2022 – Present |
- Prepared inventory and delivery of event rentals, no parking signage, and barricades.
- Performed maintenance and quality control on barricades and signage.
Axiom Event Productions LLC – Portland, Oregon
| Individual Contributor |
March 2022 – Present |
- Delivered PBOT Greenway signage proposals for safe modes of travel.
- Presented door flyers to homeowners and businesses to notify neighborhoods of street closures for community events.
Prime Now LLC – Seattle, Washington
| Amazon.com Fresh Flex T1 Associate |
June 2020 – October 2021 |
- Prepared e-commerce orders for delivery from online purchases in multiple warehouses.
- Managed inventory and received goods from vendors.
- Updated warehouse inventory and conducted quality assurance.
- Suggested innovative ideas to increase recruiting and product strategies.
Enterprise Farm LLC – Canby, Oregon
| Project Manager |
March 2020 – March 2021 |
- Redesigned and rebuilt a sealed agricultural environment to optimize canopy space, resulting in a 133% larger yield.
- Managed and assigned production tasks to project owners and workers to ensure healthy and productive crops.
- Designed forms and marketing materials for the Artisan Grown retail brand.
- Conducted photography sessions to share crop progress with investors, retailers, and team members.
- Managed and trained outside contractors on production duties.
- Customized IoT devices for automating standard operating procedures.
- Contributed to building and grounds maintenance on 30 acres.
Prime Now LLC – Seattle, Washington
| Warehouse Fulfillment Associate |
August 2016 – January 2017 |
- Prepared custom orders for delivery from online purchases within 1-2 hours.
- Managed inventory and received goods from vendors.
- Interacted with management to resolve issues.
- Thrived in a fast-paced team environment.
Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services – Bowling Green, Ohio
| Web Designer |
April 2013 – November 2013 |
- Hand-coded HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for a large university food service entity focused on food nutritional value.
- Provided service-added-value marketing materials to students through email, mobile applications, and browsers.
- Developed a public nutrition kiosk to display timely and effective information.
- Updated dining hall hours, event calendars, and time-based digital signage menus.
Be Scene Advertising – Van Wert, Ohio
| Graphic & Web Designer |
March 2008 – June 2010 |
- Met with clients to design websites, marketing materials, sales brochures, and video production elements.
- Managed web hosting and domains for 5 clients.
- Delegated projects and tasks to other media creators and contractors.
James A. Rhodes State College – Lima, Ohio
| Information Technology Specialist |
March 2006 – November 2009 |
- Provided field technical support for podiums, projectors, presentation automation systems, classroom clickers, distance learning, and accessibility features.
- Set up audio-visual equipment for events.
- Upgraded portable laptops and laptop carts with the latest Microsoft software.
- Implemented equipment inventory tracking system campus-wide.
Creative Designs & Signs LLC – Van Wert, Ohio
| Senior Graphic Designer and Print Production Specialist |
March 2004 – August 2011 |
- Communicated with customers to develop over 1,000 custom designs for various items.
- Increased company profits and market share by offering custom graphic design.
- Designed graphics for large-format printers.
- Digitized artwork for embroidery machines.
- Trained staff on computer applications and printers.
- Created an informative website and sales materials.
Key Projects
Professional Freelance Portfolio Website – Portland, Oregon
| Webmaster |
October 2009 – Present |
- Revised and rebuilt website five times over 13 years.
- Implemented six different branding overhauls.
- Combined new client projects to expand previous work.
Women Who Code IoT Hackathon – San Francisco, California
| Graphic Designer, Photographer, Researcher |
September 2019 |
- Collaborated on sustainable IoT solutions with a team of 6 members.
- Provided equipment and support for computer programmers.
- Documented, researched, photographed, and designed a presentation for judges.
BeMyApp Agency – Paris, France
| Project Owner – Wacom Inkathon |
May 2019 |
- Presented application idea and formed a team.
- Led team to complete app tasks assigned by Wacom project managers.
- Captured professional photos and shared on social media.
LightTable Android Application – Portland, Oregon
| App Developer |
January 2018 |
- Built an Android app to replicate a light table using JavaScript.
- Created tutorials on the website for app utilization.
- Promoted the app on social media and the Google Play Store.
Phil Gear – Who? – Portland, Oregon
| Electronic Music Artist |
January 2018 |
- Composed a musical track based on block letters in the name.
- Edited a music video and synced it to the bassline.
- Wrote an article about the process and promoted it on social media and music channels.
Education
Portland Community College – Portland, Oregon
| Associate Degree in General Studies |
December 2021 |
- Marketing with a Focus in Graphic Design / Web Development.
- Phi Theta Kappa – Beta Epsilon Gamma/Beta Pi Rho, +STEAM Club.
Volunteer Work
PDXWLF – Portland, Oregon
| Super Volunteer |
February 2017 – Present |
- Assisted in organizing and showcasing art installations for a public benefit event.
- Fulfilled various roles such as Operations Crew, Art Crew, Hospitality Crew, and Crowd Counting.
Google Maps – Mountain View, California
| Photographer, Local Guide |
October 2012 – Present |
- Added over 400+ photos to help people discover places.
The Nature Conservancy – Portland, Oregon
| Trail Builder, Networker, Tree Remover |
February 2019 – Present |
- Carved out hiking paths, removed boulders and invasive tree species.
- Captured photographs of the process and work group.
| Pacific Northwest Event Attendee and Group Owner |
December 2014 – Present |
- Captured photographs of events and posted them on event pages.
- Hosted a group on Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
- Attended over 300+ events on art, science, and technology.