Arquay Harris / arquay@phlavor.com / 415.994.7244
skills
- Technologies: CSS, XHTML, PHP, SQL, XML, Velocity, Maverick, JSTL, JavaScript, AJAX, ActionScript
- Operating Systems: OS X, UNIX/Linux, Windows
software
- Design: After Effects, Freehand, Illustrator, ImageReady, InDesign, Maya, Photoshop, Premiere, ProTools
- Development: Director, Dreamweaver, Flash, HomeSite, IntelliJ IDEA, vi
education
- MFA, 2003, Cum Laude
- Academy of Art College. San Francisco, CA
- Major: Computer Arts/New Media
- BS, 2000
- James Madison University. Harrisonburg, VA
- Major: Media Arts and Design
- Minor: Sociology
experience
2006-Present
Manager Web Development. CBS Interactive. San Francisco, CA.
- Managed the production team responsible for all front-end development for the entire business unit
- Improved SEO by implementing accessible, keyword rich, semantic markup
- Successfully reduced the active bug queue by more than 75%
- Maintained transparency by ensuring that multiple members of my team can perform the same task
- Consistently liaised with multiple groups across many different departments
- Balanced a demanding work queue by utilizing extensive documentation and organization
2006
Senior Technical Producer. CNET Networks, Inc. San Francisco, CA.
- Architected and implemented large scale redesigns employing CSS, XHTML, PHP, JSTL and AJAX
- Used LAMP stack to program site features and widgets
- Modified extensive templating systems using MVCs such as Maverick and Velocity
- Significantly contributed to the success and growth of the WordPress based blogging platform
- Designed and implemented a Flash video player that included an externally loaded XML playlist
2004-2006
Technical Producer. CNET Networks, Inc. San Francisco, CA.
- Was the team lead for the presentation and logic layers of the WordPress based blogging platform
- Wrote custom PHP functions in order to extend the blog tier
- Worked with the product VP to develop and implement verticals under very strict deadlines
- Provided JavaScript and CSS assistance to other business units that were short handed on a vital projects
2003-2004
Flash Developer/Webmaster. Runaway Films. San Francisco, CA.
- Updated the site by modifying pre-existing flash files
- Spliced and edited audio files for inclusion on the site
- Fulfilled duties as webmaster by troubleshooting server problems
2001
Web Designer/Developer. Intransa, Inc. San Jose, CA.
- Designed and constructed the corporate site.
- Created the look and functionality of the company's intranet using HTML and server-side includes
- Adhered to strict constraints and specific requirements from upper management
2000
Webmaster/HTML Developer. Waveworks Digital Media. Arlington, VA.
- Interacted with clients on a daily basis creating webpages using Flash, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Developed the multimedia department and was therefore required to self-manage and show personal initiative
- Redesigned the Waveworks corporate site
2000
Webmaster/HTML Developer. K12nation.net, Inc. Washington, DC.
- Updated HTML and graphics for the website on a weekly basis in a UNIX environment
- Developed an interactive online tour for potential users of the site
1999-2000
Webmaster/HTML Developer. WXJM-Radio. Harrisonburg, VA.
- Created 100% of the graphics and Flash programming for the WXJM website
- Made frequent updates to the webpage for the Mid-Atlantic College Radio Conference sponsored by WXJM
1999-2000
Webmaster/HTML Developer. Friendship Industries, Inc. Harrisonburg, VA.
- Designed the Friendship Industries website and the Friendship Contract Packaging website
- Incorporated SHTML into the design in order to create a dynamic site
- Constructed Perl CGI scripts that collected and organized data
1999-2000
Lab Assistant. James Madison University. Harrisonburg, VA.
- Assisted professors and students with various multimedia projects and tasks
- Proved dependability by being entrusted with the task of opening and closing the labs
accomplishments
- 2008 (nomination) Chairman's Club. CNET Networks, Inc.
- 2003 (nomination) Best Interactive Project. Academy of Art College Spring Show
- 2002 Academy of Art College Spring Show