Richard Laiacona 414-536-8990

Technical

Experience

1997 – Present    Web and Graphic Design Consultant

Graphic art and illustrations in 2D & 3D for multimedia CD ROMs, Computer-Based Training manuals and Web sites.  Some projects include:

·          For GE Medical, created computer-based training modules for sales or other personnel. Designed graphics, animation and programming, in Toolbook, HTML or JavaScript, depending on the client’s requirements.

·          For GE Medical, transferred technical reference manuals to a CD-ROM format, rewriting and linking and processing them through Adobe Acrobat. Translate non-English schematics to produce understandable technical illustrations.

Environments: Toolbook, HTML, JavaScript, Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator, Corel Draw, 3D Studio Max, Auto Cad, Adobe Acrobat

·          For Krone, created a multimedia presentation in Macromedia Director for a trade show and clients.

Environments: Macromedia Director, Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator

·          For Johnson Controls, designed and tested graphics for a new engineering application used to control electrical, HVAC and water for buildings.

Environments: Corel Draw

·          For Green Knight Publishing, designed cover graphic layout for multiple print publications. Enhancements and color corrections.

Environments: Quark Express, Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator

·          For Skotos, Inc., illustrated character creation process for online role-playing game Castle Marrach.

Environments: Adobe PhotoShop

·          For COSS Insurance contracted through Argosy Interactive, performed graphic design for computer-based training application for insurance agents.

Environments: Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator

·          For  Boattransport.com, performed graphic design, web site programming and database design for web sites owned by boattransport.com. The sites are information and database oriented for users and browsers.

Environments: Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator, MS Access, HTML, java scriipt, SQL, Cold Fusion.

·          For Manpower International, contracted through Provantage as lead artist illustrating computer-based training applications for Microsoft Office and Lotus products. Worked with team of Toolbook programmers and writers. Designed and drew illustrations for training temporary employees.

Environments: Corel Draw, Adobe PhotoShop, Corel 3D, 3D Studio Max

1993 – 1997         Almon Studio, Inc. ...Technical Illustrator

Duties included: Technical Illustration, graphic design, color separation preparation, database management and development, software administration, hardware administration, vendor support, animation, layout, software research and support.

Environment: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe PhotoShop, Auto Cad, Corel Draw, Macintosh OS, Windows 9x/NT

1990 – 1993         The Screenprint Factory – Aiken, SC ...Printer

Duties Included; Silk screen printing, screen development, screen setup, garment packaging and shipment.

Environment: 4 Color, 6 Color Manual Press and 8 Color Pneumatic Press

1989 – 1990         Art Guild – Richmond, VA ...Graphic Artist

Duties Included; Graphic Illustration, PMT camera operation, screen development, typesetting, mechanical paste-up , logo design and layout design.

Education

1990–1992 University of South Carolina Aiken, SC
Graduate B.I.S. Degree. Majors; Graphic Design & Journalism

1986–1988 Sheridan College Brampton, Ont.
Completed 2 years. Majors; Technical Illustration