Here is a bit of background information about my work experience. For some examples of the work I’ve been involved with please take a look at the Case Studies page.
Producer at Cogapp
October 2007 – October 2009
Project Management – I was responsible for the smooth running and delivery of my projects at Cogapp. I defined the initial scope of the project with the client, managed the resources in the studio, estimated budgets and forecasts as well as keeping in regular contact with the team at Cogapp and with the client.
Account Management – I managed the accounts for several Cogapp clients including The National Archives, Arthritis Research Council, The Arts Council and TfL. My projects ranged in value from £10,000-£150,000 and took from two weeks to a year to complete depending on scale. I nurtured relationships with clients and was always on the lookout for opportunities for future business.
User Experience – User centered design is at the heart of the Cogapp creative methodology and was included in all of the projects I was involved with. Examples of the user centred disciplines i was involved with included initial requirements gathering exercises with the client followed by (where appropriate) heuristic evaluations, usability testing, card sorting exercises and persona development. I am experienced in instigating and deploying all of these methods of research. Interactive Design – My background in website development has proved invaluable in not only understanding the opportunities and limitations of technologies but also in the creative possibilities available when constructing wireframes and IA for websites.
IT Project Manager at SCIP
March 2004 – October 2007
I setup the SCIP IT department to provide affordable IT and web services for charities. I built up large client base and achieved profitability within 3 years and annual turnover of £200,000. I sourced contracts with suppliers and wholesalers. Negotiated low costs for clients while maintaining good level of profitability for business.
Project management of web and IT projects for over 70 charities throughout South East.
Management and resourcing of a team of permanent and freelance staff.
Financial Management – I managed departmental budgets and forecasts, oversee invoicing.
Supplier management – Over seeing suppliers and negotiating the best deals for clients.
List Owner at BrightonNewMedia.org
May 2000 – Present
I setup and run Brighton New Media, a local email discussion list for people working in the new media sector. Brighton New Media has been running for nearly 10 years and has over 900 active members. The network has led to numerous local new media business forming, has spawned other networking events and the model has been copied across the country.
Co-Founder at Brighton Underground
June 2000 – September 2004
I was the co-founder of the music networking group Brighton Underground. I helped write the proposal which resulted in successful award of £250,000 funding. This money enabled the project to get office space and employ people to run the networking events and the website. The project ran for four years and helped hundreds of local musicians to make their first steps into the industry.
Lead Developer at KnowledgePool
May 1999 – February 2004
Lead Developer – Produced elearning websites, produced graphics and lead development team. Attended project initiation meetings with clients. Advised on best use of technologies, requirements analysis and project proposals.
Lead Developer at Vega Group
January 1997 – May 1999
Started as junior developer and got promoted to lead developer responsible for production of elearning courses and multimedia content. Produced and oversaw the production of courses, liaised with clients, mentored new members of staff.
