Edward Abbott

Profile

Proficient Web Designer and Developer specializing in creating semantic web sites using CSS for Search Engine Optimization. Effectively developing websites that achieve higher organic search rankings that drive traffic to increase potential lead generation. Design aesthetics that present information with flow and contrast to help visitors find what they need and stay interested longer.

Skills

• Proficient with Mac and PC platforms
• Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator CS3
• Dreamweaver
• CSS
• HTML
• Expression Engine
• InDesign CS3
• NetSuite
• Microsoft Office

Education

BFA Visual Communications

University of Delaware
1994-1999 | Newark, DE

Awards:
Emeritus Julio Da Cunha Award for Excellence in Drawing

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Graphic Design, Web Development

Experience

Assistant Creative Director

Bright Orange Thread
2008-Current | Lincoln University, PA

• Design and develop lead generation websites with CSS and semantic HTML for Search Engine Optimization

Logistics/Operations/Purchasing Manager

TheaterXtreme Entertainment Group
2003-2008 | Newark, DE

• Purchasing for 15 retail showroom locations
• Web site design, graphic design, advertising
• General operations, store management, sales, customer service
• New store build out supervisor
• Franchise training and support
• Built the brand and developed market for start up company from one showroom to public company with 16 locations nationwide

Awards:
Excellence in Flexibility, Team Player Award

Assistant AV Installation

Hi-Fi House
2002-2003 | Wilmington, DE

• Audio and video installations apprentice
• Equipment service manager
• Customer service, Sales

Web Designer/Developer

Orbit Integrated
1999-2001 | Hockessin, DE

• Web, interactive and graphic design
• Logo design and brand building
• Print advertising, magazine design and production

Awards:
2001 ADDE Logo Design - Whirlegig
Asset Trade logo featured in Big Book of Logo Design 3