GAVIN UHMA

31 Leonard St.

Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada  B1S 2T4

(902) 371-4887

 

Cape Breton University – Shannon School of Business                                             Sydney, Nova Scotia   

Bachelor of Technology (Information) – Information Management, 4^th Year

·   2006-2007 Dean’s List

·   2005-2006 Information Technology Society President

·   2005-2006 Dean’s List

 

Sydney Academy High School                                                                                                   Sydney, Nova Scotia

Recipient of Graduate Scholarship, 2003

 

Web Design and Development

Experienced with Adobe Photoshop, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, ASP (Using VBScript), and SQL. Basic knowledge of CGI (Using C++) and Adobe Flash/ActionScript. Concerned with web usability, efficiency, and browser compatibility. Familiar with asynchronous JavaScript and XML (AJAX) techniques and the document object model (DOM). Experienced with web hosting including web server and domain name server (DNS) configuration.

 

Internet Marketing

Familiar with internet marketing practices including search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, and web analytics.

 

Game Development

Basic knowledge of Microsoft DirectX (Using C# or C++), Autodesk 3ds Max, and Adobe Photoshop.

 

Database Development

Experienced with MySQL, Microsoft Office Access, and Microsoft SQL Server. Familiar with relational database concepts including normalization and the entity relationship model (ERM).

 

Application Programming

Experienced with Microsoft Visual C#, C, C++, and Microsoft Visual Basic. Basic knowledge of Java, Delphi, QBasic and Perl.

 

Hardware, Software, and Networking

Experienced in the assembly, configuration, and service of personal computers. Able to design and administer computer networks.

 

Applications

Knowledgeable with Adobe Dreamweaver/Flash/Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Kurzweil 3000, IBM ViaVoice, Autodesk 3ds Max and Microsoft Visual Studio. Comfortable in Microsoft Windows, Linux, or Mac OS X environments.

Web Design & Development (www.gavinuhma.com)                                                 Sydney, Nova Scotia

Freelancer                                                                                                                                               Aug 2005–Present

Working with partners to design, develop and maintain customized websites based on client needs and budget.  A continuous client base is driven by referrals, an impressive portfolio, strategic proposals, and team work.

 

Cape Breton University – Jennifer Keeping AccessAbility Centre                      Sydney, Nova Scotia

Disability Resource Staff                                                                                                                    Sept 2003–Present

Tutoring students with disabilities in information technology and math-based university courses.  Course topics range from basic business math to advanced programming.

 

Firstline Security Inc.                                                                                                                   Modesto, California

Assistant District Sales Manager                                                                                                   Dec 2006–Sept 2007

Assisted in the recruitment, training, and management of a sales office responsible for the direct marketing of home security and communications.  The office finished number one out of 54 offices in the company for 2007 summer sales and generated over $3.1 million US in revenue.

 

Transportation Safety Board of Canada                                                                             Gatineau, Quebec

Co-op Work Term Student – Web Developer                                                                              May 2006–Sept 2006

Worked with a large and diverse team during the rollout of a two-year federal government IT project.  Responsibilities included designing/programming websites, testing usability, creating user manuals, and documenting work performed.

 

Elixir PC – Computer Sales and Service                                                                             Sydney, Nova Scotia

Sole Proprietor                                                                                                                                      Aug 2004–Apr 2006

Operations included selling custom-built computers and peripherals, servicing computer systems, and configuring networks.  Accounting and marketing were an important factor.  Notable clients: Wal-Mart Canada, Nova Scotia Department of Education, and Cape Breton University Students’ Union.

 

ACAP Cape Breton – Computer Sales and Service                                                        Sydney, Nova Scotia

Information Technology Staff                                                                                                           Jan 2005–Feb 2005

Developed a Macromedia Flash interactive educational application and provided staff technical support.  Created banner designs and slogans for a marketing campaign.

 

Cape Breton University – IT Innovation Centre                                                             Sydney, Nova Scotia

Co-op Work Term Student – Information Technology Staff                                                  May 2004–Sept 2004

Developed and maintained a website using ASP, Flash, JavaScript, and HTML.  Installed and serviced computer systems, peripherals, and software in a networked Windows XP environment.

 

·   Believes in creativity, integrity, and continuous learning.

·   Strong team player and natural leader.

·   Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.

 

* References available upon request.