Carrie Hill-Harriss
web designer
... passionate. creative. thorough. problem-solver.
From concept to production. From the very beginnings of research to the development of a dynamic presentation. Creating a narrative that leaps off the screen…always keeping the target audience in mind and working together to create a clean, interactive elegant, and most importantly, functional experience for the user.
Experience
Web Designer
University of Cincinnati Libraries
2011 – 2016 • Cincinnati, Ohio
Starting as web design intern and continuing on as web designer on several grant projects, including the websites for commemorating Neil Armstrong, focusing on the archives and work of Dr. Albert Sabin, and celebrating the courage and skill of the 25th General Hospital in World War II. Research, conception, asset collection and creation and website production. Collaborating with archivists and across university departments, working with technical teams and and presenting material and project planning.
Freelance Designer
CH2 Design
2007 – 2010 • Cincinnati, Ohio
Working with several clients including a national seminar consulting firm, a local marketing firm, and serving on a local private school board marketing committee. Creating a range of marketing materials including brochures, flyers, promotional cards and emails.
Marketing Assistant
Washington Mutual Home Loans
2001 – 2002 • Roseville, California
Promoted to Marketing Assistant to support a nationally ranked mortgage consultant, consistently meeting the goals of growing new client base and supporting existing clients to ensure repeat business and quality name recognition. Creating print ads and promotional mailing materials including mailers, event invitations and holiday cards, coordinating advertising accounts and working directly with clients to ensure quality customer experience.
Graphics Intern
San Jose Children's Museum
2000 – 2000 • San Jose, California
Assisting in designing supporting marketing material for special exhibits. Researching and accurately incorporating actual exhibit materials into promotional online games and handouts.
Education
University of Cincinnati, Blue Ash
Web and Multimedia Design Certificate
2010 – 2011 • Cincinnati, Ohio
San Jose State University
BS Graphic Design, Illustration Emphasis
1996 – 2001 • San Jose, California
Specialties
web design interactive design conceptual development
Skills
Adobe Creative and Production Suite HTML AND CSS Developing JQuery Skills Microsoft Office research and writing