Profile
Carl is a New Media Developer recently graduated from BCIT's New Media and Web Design program. He is interested in developing his media skills to create informative and entertaining content for Internet distribution. His aptitude with Internet and computer software greatly enhances his work skills.
Education
| New Media and Web Development Certificate | 2008-2009 |
| BCIT, Burnaby, BC | |
| Radio Production | 1995 |
| UBC, Vancouver, BC | |
| Computers & Communications | 1985 |
| Langara Community College | |
| Vancouver, BC |
Transferable Skills
Manufacturing Industry 2003-2008
- Acquired a forklift license, qualified to use electric and propane models
- Work in team production atmospheres
- Quality of product very important (quality assurance duties)
- Operated metal press and cutting equipment
- Followed directions and able to learn new methods
- Organized and shipped orders from customers
- Customer service experience
Retail Sales Industry 1997-2002
- Maintained a high sales quota (top 20% of sales team)
- Learned product features and benefits, participate in product learning sessions, read industry magazines to keep up-to-date on current developments.
- Created a great rapport with customers, listening to their needs and promoting the best product to satisfy the customer.
Maintained an organized sales department, designing and arranging product displays.
Travel Industry 1989-1997
- Maintained a high quota of sales (top 20%)
- Developed phone presence and sales skills at a call center, Sales were closed over a phone network (telemarketing)
- Traveled to many destinations throughout North America and the Caribbean.
- Learned about hotels and travel destinations and travel requirements
- Advised customers and developed excellent customer service techniques
- Trained new agents about company policies and sales.
Work History
Industrial Manufacturing / Warehouse Logistics 2003-2008
- Marlin Logistics
- Arpac, Delta
Retail Sales 1997-2002
- Value Village
- Future Shop (computer sales)
- Yahoo and eBay auctions
Travel Industry 1989-1996
- Wholesale Travel Group (Toronto)
- Fiesta West / Signature Vacations
Volunteer History
Delta Cable Camera Operator, Community programming2009
Ladner, BC
New Media BC VidFest Convention, Membership 2008
Vancouver, BC
Just for Fun Band Musician 2007-2009
Entertainment for Seniors
Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup 2005-2007
National Environmental Program