Profile & Professional Summary

James Foster is an award-winning creative designer with a passion for Web Standards, Accessibility, and Cross-Browser compatibility. He has a recognized talent for converting client communications and expectations into a successful website. He works well independently, and collaborates well with others to generate and execute ideas within tight deadlines. He has earned a reputation for dedication, flexibility, humor, and intelligence.

Experience

American Modern Insurance Group
Feb. 2008 – present
7000 Midland Blvd. Amelia, OH
User Interface Designer

Union Institute & University
Dec. 2001 – Jan. 2008
440 East McMillan Ave. Cincinnati, OH
Webmaster

RHI Consulting
April 00 – Oct. 00 & March 01 – Dec. 01
255 East 5th St. Cincinnati, OH
Web / Graphic Design and coding assignments/positions

Northlich Ad Agency
Oct. 00 – March 01
151 West 4th St. Cincinnati, OH
Core Web Producer / Graphic Web Design

Education

Union Institute & University
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Currently Enrolled

Northcentral University
B.A. Psychology
Honors: Magna cum Laude

Recommendations

“James is a very talented graphic designer who has brought new life to our corporate websites. He is articulate and relates well to all customers that he comes into contact with.” May 6, 2008 - Susan Patrick, Senior User Interface Designer, American Modern Insurance Group

“From the first day James arrived at AMIG, he proved himself to be the kind of team player that says, “Give me my share of the load – I am ready, willing, and able to carry it!” He hits the ground running, and demonstrates himself to be head and shoulders above other designers immediately. He is a fast learner, diplomatic, innovative, and imaginative. His designs are very, very nice, and pleasing to the senses. He is truly a designer extraordinaire. I would recommend James for, and work with him on, any project, with any firm.” March 13, 2008 - Don Demrow, Lead UI Designer, American Modern Insurance Group

“James was great to work with and very detail oriented. He was responsible and highly motivated. Also, if you ever get the pleasure of visiting a site he has created, you will have an appreciation for his technical abilities.” November 15, 2008 - Gina Justice, Computer Services, Union Institute & University

“I worked with James while I was consulting at Union Institute & University and at Northlich. He combines artistic talent with technical expertise to design and build websites that look good, are easy to use, and really communicate. I recommend him for Webmaster positions.” June 17, 2008 - Dennis Foster, Software Engineer, Lucrum Inc.

“I had the pleasure of working with James for several years. He is an extremely talented web developer and designer. In my experience it is difficult to find both in one person. As a technologist, I was always impressed with James’ dedication to keep on top of web tech advancements and his ability to leverage new the advancements to the benefit of the university. He demonstrates a great deal of passion and pride in his work. It should be noted that when James arrived at the university that its web presence needed a great deal of work. James single-handedly gave the university’s website a new look and feel that was a monumental leap forward in aesthetics and usability. His work became a technoligical enabler for the university’s award winning marketing campaign. James proved to be tremendous asset to the university and would be a welcome addition to any team. I give him my highest recommendation.” June 4, 2008 – David Branton, LAN/WAN/Telecom Manager, Union Institute & University

“It was a pleasure working with James when he was in his position as Webmaster. Each web-related project discussion was followed with careful attention, active exploration of specifications from me as client, and resulting in significant and continuous improvements in our overall university web design.” May 6, 2008 - Dr. Timothy Mott, Associate Provost, Distance Learning, Union Institute & University

“I enjoyed James attentive, constructive nature, which he applies gracefully to the designs he creates. James made the client’s vision a reality, and I’ve yet to know of a client unhappy with his work – I’ve always been very awestruck by the presence he manifests in such.” November 18, 2008 - Richard Miller, Lead Developer, RHI Consulting