[ROBERT M. RENAUD]
7151 Rothland Street
Dallas, TX 75227
rmrenaud@yahoo.com

[OBJECTIVE]
To obtain an upper-level position in graphic design/multimedia production/web development where hard work and a great attitude are rewarded with open opportunities.

[URLs]
www.robertrenaud.com
www.xyzmp3.com
www.mceweninc.com
www.macobgyn.com
www.nahf.org
www.todaystanning.com
www.texastriplethreat.com
www.dermadoctor.com
www.breastaugusa.com

[EXPERIENCE]
01.2008 - Present
The Dallas Morning News
Dallas, TX
User Interface Designer
Design/develop navigation and web interfaces with the focus on the user's experience and interaction while remaining simple and efficient. Participate in protoyping, information architecture, usability testing as well as design. Conduct research and write proposals for generating additional revenue sources to deliver valuable customer solutions. Contact vendors and potential affilates/partners that provide services which could add value to customer experiences.

02.2004 - 01.2008
PSAV Presentation Services
Dallas, TX
Multimedia/Web Developer
Work with clients, account executives and presenters to ensure successful visual and technical presentations at national conventions. Develop post-production CDs/DVDs of speakers' presentations, animated show graphics, message center and kiosk graphics. Also develop pre-show CDs complete with all speaker presentations that are sold on show site. Occasionally attend conventions to ensure proper recording of video and audio tracks and to assist presenters with successful uploads of their presentations. Extensive production work including audio and video editing. Manage the corporate Intranet of the Convention & Tradeshow Division using MS Sharepoint. Currently developing eCommerce platform for online sales of show CDs/DVDs.

06.2003 - Present
Evalesco, Inc.
Dallas, TX
President
Develop integrated campaigns that include advertising, collateral, brand development and online solutions including web design, e-commerce platforms and content management systems. Responsible for managing and growing relationships with clients, coordinating their business objectives and identifying new opportunities. Organize time-sensitive priorities while remaining on budget. Design and develop all visual imagery including logos, catalogs, sales materials, tradeshow support material, direct mail pieces, corporate literature, web site interfaces, etc. Coordinate with outside vendors for video production, photography and studio facilities.

01.2002 - 09.2003
Brookhaven College
Dallas, TX
Senior Graphic Designer
Provide technical expertise in producing artwork, layouts, reproduction originals, web graphics, multimedia presentations and websites using a variety of production media. Responsible for all print production needs of the college through the Public Information Office. Develop and produce multimedia projects and desktop publishing materials utilizing current electronic methods. Provide art direction in the video production and photography departments when necessary. Prepare all catalogs, programs, brochures and posters for commercial printing. Prepare cost estimates and budget. Supervise staff of graphic designers.

10.1999 - Present
Primrose Boutique (Boopdo, Inc.)
Dallas, TX
Web Developer
Responsible for overall development of web site for upscale boutique, conduct photo sessions of inventory and fashion shows for web content, and train assistants in software and photographic applications.

09.2000 - 08.2001
DELFIN Media
San Antonio, TX
Art Director
Responsible for the overall design and development of the company web site, produce audio and video content, create interactive games and media players, and develop promotional materials on CD-ROM and in print. Responsible for the content development and project management of all marketing materials. Develop user profiles and storyboards for usability testing to implement navigation structure of site architecture.

03.2000 - 09.2000
IGLUE, Inc.
Dallas, TX
Web Design Intern
Created web design comps for client approval, designed overall layout and navigation structure for web projects, and provided graphic support for various web and print projects.

08.1995 - 02.1997
Austin American-Statesman
Austin, TX
Compositor/Lab Tech
Managed and operated output devices for editorial and advertising content, prepared 4-color negatives for all color content, organized print ads, and maintained darkroom facility under constant pressure and strict deadlines.

10.1992 - 08.1995
Best Reprographics, Inc.
Dallas, TX
Production Assistant
Operated printing equipment, b/w copiers, color copier, oversize laminators and cold/dry mounting equipment, blueprinting equipment, and provided accounting assistance.

05.1989 - 09.1992
Kinko's, Inc.
Austin, TX
Key Operator
Prioritized and completed various high-speed copy, binding, cutting, folding, laminating, dry mounting and color copy jobs simultaneously while also operating the cash register and offering customer service during the "graveyard" shift while attending The University of Texas at Austin full-time.

[EDUCATION]
The Art Institute of Dallas
Summer 2000
Associate of Applied Science in Multimedia/Web Development
Honors 3.8 GPA
Dean's List

The University of Texas at Austin
Fall 1992
Bachelors of Art in Studio Art
Emphasis in Graphic Design & Photography

[TECHNICAL]
Mac/PC platforms
ActionScript
HTML/DHTML
JavaScript
Lingo
PHP
After Effects 6.0
Authorware MX
Director MX 2004
Dreamweaver CS3
Final Cut Pro
Fireworks CS3
Flash CS3
GoLive 6.0
Illustrator CS3
ImageReady CS2
InDesign CS2
MS Office
Photoshop CS3
Premier Pro
QuarkXPress 4.1
Sound Forge 6.0
Swift 3D 3.0

[ADDITIONAL INFORMATION]
>Received certification in Photoshop 5.5 from Brainbench on 01-30-01.
>Received certification in Dreamweaver 3.0 from Brainbench on 02-22-01.