About Me
Passionate about the Internet and eager to learn the best ways of bringing the advantage of the Internet to anyone in the world. Living in Kenya, but at university in Australia has encouraged me to experience different cultures and means i have an understanding of the difference in Internet access. Being in a wheelchair since 2003, due to a car accident, makes me organised, loyal and passionate about providing access for all.
Currently a multimedia developer, web designer, content manager in a wide variety of areas connected to the use of the Web. Particularly interested in developing the web and the connection between humans and computers.
Skills
- PHP, MySQL, CSS, XHTML, XML
- Video/sound production
- 3D character creation and animation
- WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, PHPBB, Elgg
Experience
Multimedia Officer – Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet
Non-Profit Organization Management industry
2008 – Present
- Aid in the development of the website for the Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet.
- Help the research team and other co-workers with any technical problems that they may be having.
- Add advertisements relating to Indigenous employment to the website.
- Developing promotional material to raise awareness about the website such as posters, brochures ad short video clips.
- Developing the websites on-line network.
Multimedia Coordinator – Biz Baz Events
Events Services industry
February 2009 – November 2009 ( 10 months)
- Managing the full database of contacts for all of the participants in the annual craft fair held in Kenya.
- Development of a new website for the company.
- Development of a social media marketing strategy.
Research Assistant – Edith Cowan University
Educational Institution; Higher Education industry
February 2007 – April 2007 ( 3 months)
- Analysis of data collected by researchers and represented.
Research Assistant – Edith Cowan University
Educational Institution; Higher Education industry
November 2006 – January 2007 ( 3 months)
- Creation of an interactive DVD which promoted the Centre for Research in Entertainment, Arts, Technology, Education and Communications (CREATEC).
- Development of a distribution list for the promotional material.
Assistant Editor – Guava Productions
Media Production industry
November 2003 – January 2004 ( 3 months)
- Assisted in the editing of music clips and advertisements produced for Kenya.
Sound Assistant – RoughCuts Productions
Media Production industry
August 2002 – April 2003 ( 9 months)
- Assisted with capturing sound on shoots for commercials. edited sound in post production for films and commercials aimed at a Kenyan audience.
Education
Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of communications (honours) Interactive multimedia, film and video
2004 – 2007
Dissertation titled “An exploration of social engagement to promote quality of life for people with a spinal cord injury : exploring the need for a virtual community”, 2008.
Hurtwood House
A-Levels
2000 – 2002
Media, Physics, Biology, ICT (AS-Level)
Activities and Societies:
- Australian Web Industry Association
- L.A.M.D.A. (Drama) – Bronze medallion
- Open Water PADI diver (Scuba diving)
Interests
Scuba Diving: I have my PADI diving certificate and have been diving in the Indian Ocean since I turned 16.
Horse Riding: I have competed in horse riding competitions in Kenya since the age of 12. I no longer compete due to a spinal injury,
Water Skiing: I enjoy water sports, I now sit ski.
Clarinet: I’ve played since the age of ten.
Tennis: I enjoy playing tennis whenever i have time.
