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RECOMMENDATIONS
“Gordon is a very detail-oriented and conscientious individual who is a delight to work with. His ability to grasp a projects inner-most details and bring them to life is one of his greatest assets. I highly recommend Gordon Barlow and believe him to be an asset to any project he is entrusted with.” - Regi Milán, Manager, Graphics Department, DHI
“Gordon consistently exemplified an outstanding work ethic and willingness to do whatever was required to complete a task. Gordon has a great attitude and works extremely well under tight deadlines. He is an asset to any firm, not only professionally, but also personally by positively influencing a company culture.” - Cameron Stewart, EVP of Corporate Sales, AxisPointe
“Gordon is an integral part of our application development at AxisPointe. Most designers I have worked with have a good eye for print design, but few have the mindset for UI development. Applications are interactive and need to be useful at delivering information dynamically to it's end users. This is something Gordon understands well in addition to his design skills. He is a dependable hardworking employee and has added much value to our company.” - Brandon Pack, Vice President of Technology, AxisPointe
“Gordon is one of the most passionate people I have ever met and had the pleasure to work with. I would recommend him highly for anyone looking for a person with integrity, strong work ethic, and a passion for digging into the details and figuring things out.” - Thomas Denton, Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications, DHI
“Gordon is a dedicated and passionate worker and has a strong desire for success. Gordon enjoys improving his skills where he thrives from learning everything possible. He has a very diplomatic approach when working with team members.”- Brandon Fullmer, Manager, Multimedia Communications, DHI
“Gordon has been a great employee for AxisPointe, Inc. He is very responsive and gets his projects done in a timely manner while paying attention to detail. As a designer, he has helped to engineer a very inviting and easy to understand graphical interface for our clients and partners.” - Aaron Smith, Director of Client Services, AxisPointe
“Gordon is talented and skilled. He is attentive to detail, understands the nuances of good user-oriented design, and communicates well with all parties involved in order to achieve the desired objectives. His designs are aesthetically pleasing, technically correct, and user-oriented.” - Roberto Mello, Senior Systems Manager and Database Administrator, AxisPointe
“Gordon has a fantastic eye for detail and has always gone the extra mile to ensure that the quality of work he produces is exceptional. He has always asked intelligent questions to understand the problems at hand. Gordon has a great personality and fantastic work ethic, he is easy-going and very easy to work with. He seeks out challenges in order to gain new knowledge and better himself.” - Travis Workman, Senior Software Engineer
“Gordon does excellent quality of work. When he helped us out with a project, he was very accommodating and put forth a lot of effort to make sure that our needs from him were met. He's easy to work with and is very knowledgeable in his field.” - Steve Webster, Programmer, DHI
“I worked with Gordon for several years and was always impressed with the work he did. On a few occasions I went to him to get technical help and he was always willing and capable. Gordon was a good employee and we miss his contributions to our company.” - Gilbert Porter, AVP Tech Support, DHI
“I do not hesitate in recommending Gordon. He consistently does a fantastic job and has an impressive work ethic. I know of many weekends he sacrificed to make sure things were done right and on time. He is also a great communicator, always letting you know exactly where things are at. When you have a project with a lot of moving parts you want him on your team.” - Fred Chaney, Director, AxisPointe
“Working with Gordon has been a truly pleasure...not only because of the expertise he has proved in this short time, but for his good will, hard working and being always in good humor. I look forward to keep working with him for a long time.” - Pablo Benítez Barreto, Senior Web Developer, Service Repair Solutions
“I have worked with Gordon Barlow for about a half of a year. He has extensive knowledge when it comes to user interfaces and a superlative command of graphic design layout. He has been an essential part of the AxisPointe work force. He strives to improve himself at every angle in order to achieve maximum results on any project. He is hardworking and loyal to the tasks he is given.” - Cortland Johnson, Graphic Designer, Axispointe
“Gordon is a very thorough, passionate, and creative designer, and a pristine programmer. We only had him for a short time, but we would take him back in a heartbeat if we could afford his skill level. Not only is he a very pleasant, friendly person to work with, but he is also undoubtedly an integral asset to any team. I already know that he excels in web design, graphic design, and web programming, but I also whole-heartedly believe that he would succeed at absolutely anything he set his mind to.” - Mikelle Despain, Assistant Marketing Director, Five Star Franchises
VOLUNTEER WORK
Soccer Coach
2 seasons of boy teams in Huntington Beach, California with A.Y.S.O.
2 seasons of boy teams in Pleasant Grove, Utah, with Pleasant Grove City
2 seasons of girl teams in Provo, Utah with Provo City
Cub Scout leader
Helped boys ages 8-9, and 9-10 learn character, community awareness, and responsibility, through the Cub Scout Program
Cub Master
Supported, and managed Cub Scout leaders and their needs. Led and managed meetings, arranged, and MC'd the Pine Wood Derby, acquired and presented Badges, Patches, Pins, and Medals
Assistant Scout Leader, Venture Group Leader, and Varsity Team Leader
Assisted scout leaders, led, managed, and assisted scouts (ages 11-17) in developing new skills, training, appreciation, and experience in their community, the work place, and the outdoors
Assistant Director in youth group
Taught 12-18 year olds in service to the community
Teacher in children’s groups, Held weekly classess, teaching responsibility, singing, reading, and social skills to 1-3, 6-8, and 10-11 year olds
Math Tutor
Tutored children ages 3-18 in math
Reading Tutor
Tutored children ages 3-18 in reading
Computer and Design Tutor
Taught neighbors individually, how to work with computers, web design, and computer hardware installation
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 Résumé in Word document format
EXPERTISE AND SPECIALTIES
User Experience, User Interface, User Interaction, Web Application, Web Site, Multimedia, Marketing, Identity, Logo, and Branding Design and Development.
EDUCATION
Brigham Young University — Bachelor of Arts in Visual Arts - Design Track: Industrial Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Visual Arts, Web Design.
EXPERIENCE
Novell — Human Factors Specialist – October 2010 to Present Custom Software Design and Development
 Novell - As a Human Factors Specialist I discuss, debate, determine, design, and develop prototypes for user interfaces for Novell's products,
I use the following tools to do my job: CS5 Creative Suite, CSS, XHTML, Open Office, Vibe OnPrem, Vibe Cloud, GroupWise, Novell Conferencing, Mac, and PC.
Products I have worked directly with while at Novell:GroupWise, and Novell Conferencing.
Solution Stream — User Interface Designer/Engineer – March 2010 to July 2010 Custom Software Design and Development
 SolutionStream - As UI Designer/Engineer, I design, and develop user interfaces for SolutionStream's clients
I use the following tools to do my job: CMS, CS5 Creative Suite, CSS3, XHTML, Jquery, JavaScript, Microsoft Office, Mac, and PC.
Clients I have worked directly with while at SolutionStream: D1SN, IHC, Easton, Eleutian (including Glacier Bay Training, and the Yellowstone Language Institute) InterestSmart, JUB (including The Langdon Group, Spatial Generations, and Names In Stone) LineaGen, Hotcakes, Rio Tinto, and Sorenson.
Work Performed:
- Developed web applications for Internet Explorer 6-8, Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari, and Opera web browsers.
- Worked with Clients, Owners, Presidents, CEOs, Product Managers, Programmers, and Designers to finalize fully-functioning working web applications.
- Assessed estimates on projects, develop statements of work, developed flow, wireframes, mockups, HTML/CSS templates, CMS implementation, and worked with clients on any changes needed.
Technologies used at SolutionStream:
- Jquery – designed images for sliding menu system and implemented into multiple web applications
- CSS3 – used CSS3 documented text features to develop a well designed (but image free) interactive kiosk interface, as well used throughout many web applications
- HTML5 – researched HTML 5 features for implementation on the SolutionStream website
- CMS – designed and developed multiple websites using .NET and php Content Management Systems
- CS5 – used Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and Flash to complete web application design and development
- Balsamiq Mockups – developed wireframes from flow documents for multiple applications
Selected Projects and Accomplishments:
- Initiated a campaign towards D1SNs market audience (Division One driven high school athletes) as part of the campaign, I developed a 3’x5’ banner advertisement to be displayed at a local High School football stadium, and initiated the idea for shakable D1SN branded sports bottles as an integral part of the ‘Base, Build, Battle’ campaign.
- Designed and developed multiple web applications, working directly with clients, integrating their iterations, using CMS, XHTML, CSS3, and the Adobe Creative Suite.
- Consistently improved multiple web applications via CSS3, Firebug, XHTML, and Jquery.
- Consistently writing, well kept, maintainable, flexible, clean, and consolidated CSS and XHTML.
SRS (Service Repair Solutions) — User Interface Engineer/CSS Expert – June 2009 to March 2010
MPi-Edge (Automotive Inspection Software) and Identifix (Automotive Repair Software)
 SRS - MPi EDGE - Identifix - As UI Engineer/CSS Expert, I architected the CSS for both Web applications & User Interfaces. I worked with the following tools: Dreamweaver, Photoshop, ImageReady, Illustrator, CSS, XHTML, JavaScript, Microsoft Office, Virtual Machines, Mac, PC, MySQL, XHTML, and Microsoft Visual Studio.
Work Performed :
- Developed, maintained, implemented, mentored, and managed CSS, XHTML, Image Usage, and JavaScript Best Practices according to W3C Standards
- Developed, for Internet Explorer 6-8, Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari, and Opera web browsers.
- Worked with Product Managers, VPs, and Designers to finalize fully-functioning working web prototypes.
- Engineered Interfaces for Dropthings Ajax Web portal, DevExpress, and Asp.Net in VisualStudio
- Engineered multiple demos for interactive approval, cross-browser, and cross-OS support.
AxisPointe — User Interface Engineer – February 2008 to June 2009 AxisPointe (Post-Construction Software) and AxisFM (Facility Management Software)
 AxisPointe - AxisFM - ServiceIQ - As the UI/UX Developer/Designer, I develop Web applications, Sales Tools, User Interfaces, User Interactions, and Web sites with the following tools: Flash, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, ImageReady, Illustrator, Apache Server, CSS, HTML, ActionScript, JavaScript, Microsoft Office, Virtual Machines, Mac, PC, Stoneware, PHP, PostgreSQL, XHTML, XML, XSL, and XSLT.
Work Performed:
- Developed, QA’d and implemented design prototype AxisPointe.com and AxisFM.com.
- Maintained and updated content and images to BuilderCertified.com, WalkYourHome.com, GetHomeWorx.com, and MyHomeProfile.com.
- Assisted in the maintenance and updating of the company Intranet (including a Wiki documenting interface).
- Developed multiple versions of sales applications, including demo software for nation-wide sales staff.
- Designed and developed the interface, interactivity, and user experience of the AxisFM Enterprise Level Facility Management Software version 2.0
- Developed a second software package by splitting a software application in to two to be used by the sales force to allow for a smaller priced, more flexible package for month-to-month terms to deal better with the changing economic times under a very tight time frame.
- Pulled inline styling out of the code and rebranded the pages using externally loaded CSS.
- Technologies used: MAMP, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, and FireBug
- Technologies used: MAMP, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, and FireBug
- Successfully interfaced 5 different applications into a cohesive, attractive, intuitive application for a presentation to a nation-wide, multi-billion dollar homebuilder. Worked directly with the CEO, the VP of Technology, and the Director of Software Development.
- Worked closely with the President of the company, the Vice-President of Sales, and the Vice-President of Technology, to gain and analyze the necessary requirements.
- Developed interfaces in Photoshop, Flash, HTML and CSS.
- Had regular client interaction throughout the life cycle of process to finalize the product. Our client (a multi-billion dollar company and one of the top 5 in the housing sales) received it very well, were impressed with the clean look, the integration of all their products, and the ease of use for them, their sales staff, and for their clients.
DHI Computing Service, Inc. — Senior Multimedia Designer – November 2001 to February 2008 DHI Computing Service includes the following divisions: FPS GOLD (Banking Software and Services), GOLDPoint Systems (Financial Software and Services), DHI Provo (Dairy Herd Information Processing) and PCIS GOLD (Healthcare Practice Management Software)
Work Performed
- Presentation Design and Interactive Flash Development – Flash, ActionScript 2, Photoshop, Cinema 4-D, Illustrator, and GoldWave.
- Sales and Marketing Development – Flash, ActionScript 2, Photoshop, Cinema 4-D, Illustrator, and GoldWave.
- Web site Design/Development – ASP, XHTML, CSS, Flash, ActionScript 2, Photoshop, Cinema 4-D, Illustrator, and GoldWave.
- Intranet Design/Development – ASP, XHTML, CSS, Flash, ActionScript 2, Photoshop, Cinema 4-D, Illustrator, and GoldWave.
- Sales applications for nation-wide sales staff – Flash, ActionScript 2, Photoshop, Cinema 4-D, Illustrator, and GoldWave.
- Develop graphics for training applications and interactive training menu – Flash, ActionScript 2, and Photoshop.
- Improved PowerPoint presentations to Flash based applications – PowerPoint, Flash, ActionScript 2, and Photoshop.
- Theme based conference materials, internally/externally, including PP’s, maps, games, and logos. – PowerPoint, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Designed and prepared for print, summer party t-shirts, security posters, gift certificates, and internal newsletter design and maintenance – Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Selected Projects and Accomplishments:
- Architected a plan for a content generated bank statement design, which required less programmers on staff to service the bank statement generation (eventually programmers would not be needed). This also provided more design options, rapid statement requests (by CSR’s rather than programmers) and further profitable bank statement revenue. The plan incorporated future phases for client based design options, and provided client’s bank statements with highly presentable products. Presented this idea to the heads of Loans, Deposits, Customer Service, and the Vice-President of Product Development.
- Designed and developed a sales application for a nation-wide sales staff, allowing the sales representatives to choose potential client views based on needs. The sales application included a 3-D generated commercial with varieties of background music according to client taste, a history of the company, a digitized copy of the sales brochure, and a simulation of products. Also, worked directly with designers, technical writers, instructional designers, the Vice-President of Communications, the Multimedia manager, and the head of sales. Worked closely with the President of Sales, the Vice-President of Communication, and the Manager of Multimedia to gain necessary requirements. Developed mockups of the in Photoshop and Flash for presentation in project meetings.
- Developed a ‘Deal or No Deal’ game application For the Vice President of Communications for a conference for FPS GOLD (a banking/financial software application). The game randomly generated different offers based on changing percentages. All the game controls were hidden allowing game play behind the curtain as if there was a ‘banker’ making offers behind the scenes. The game was very well received and players had fun while learning the software.
- Designed and developed 5 annual directions conferences including graphics, logos, t-shirt designs, lanyard designs and an intranet information center. This included a motivational theme-based interactive environment incorporating information on the conference, registration page, theme-based Power Point presentations, and training in speaking and presenting at the conference.
- Designed and developed the registration process for clients, as well as a directions conference mini-site, for conference dates, activities, presentations and games. Participated in live presentations and skits, as well as professional High Definition video production, explaining the need for products and services. Worked specifically with the director, camera operator, gaffer, video editor, sound engineer, technical writers, the Multimedia manager, head of sales, and the VP of Communications.
- Designed and developed an icon (represented by different colors) for CIS, allowing banker’s to identify client needs and profitability.
- Worked directly with programmers and manager and president of PCIS GOLD to develop 5 annual interactive Flash and Acrobat conference registration attachments for e-mails submitted to clients for PCIS GOLD.
- Worked with the Director of Training, Technical Writers, and the Multimedia Manager to designed and developed multiple interactive menus, tray cards, and CD labels for DOCS on CD for GOLDPoint Systems and FPS GOLD.
- Created various informational packets, with graphic explanation of the content, working with the President of FPS GOLD, VP of Product Development, and the VP of Quality Assurance
 FPS GOLD - I designed and developed the FPS GOLD Web site, using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, ASP, ActionScript, Flash, Flash Video Encoder, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, ImageReady, Illustrator, Cinema 4D, and Microsoft Office. I worked with Product Managers, writers, heads of: Marketing, Training, Multimedia, and Communications to develop the content for the Web site. The functionality of the Web site consists of secure forms, marketing and training videos, flash advertisements, animated gifs, and search capabilities. This project taught me how to optimize Flash video encoding, how to integrate the Flash video into a multi video flash player, ASP, and how to improve my CSS.
 CIS Blog - I designed a blog to help FPS GOLD clients better relate with the CIS (Customer Information System) the Relationship Banking Product of FPS GOLD. I worked with the Multimedia Manager and writers, to develop the content for the Web site. The functionality of the Web site consisted of a secure form and marketing and training videos. This project taught me how to optimize Flash video encoding, how to integrate the Flash video into a multi video flash player, how to improve my ASP scripting, and my CSS.
 Corporate Intranet - I designed, developed, and maintained the corporate intranet for DHI Computing Service, Inc. (consisting of four data processing divisions). I used JavaScript, HTML, CSS, ASP, ActionScript, Flash, Flash Video Encoder, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, ImageReady, Illustrator, Cinema 4D, and Microsoft Office. I worked with Product Managers, writers, heads of: Marketing, Training, Multimedia, and Communications to develop the content for the Intranet site. The functionality of the Intranet site consisted of secure forms, videos, a corporate blog, and interactive flash animations. This project taught me how to optimize Flash video encoding, how to better integrate Flash video into a multi video flash player, how to improve my ASP scripting and my CSS.
GordonBarlow.com — Designer/Developer – December 1999 to Present
 Five Star Franchises: Five Star Painting (Pinturas) Five Star Holiday Decor - I implemented the portuguese translation of Five Star Painting (Pinturas) for the Brazilian market, I designed, developed, and maintained dozens of web sites using Photoshop, JavaScript, CSS, XHTML, Flash, and PHP. I rearchitected the sites to minimize continual work load by using PHP and templating standards to maximize ease of maintenance, while maintaining SEO compliance.
 Integrated Wellness - I developed web pages from Photoshop mockups using JavaScript, CSS, XHTML, Flash, and ASP. I did video compression using Adobe Media Encoder, and engineered lightbox to work with videos.
 Isis Dei Product Browser - I developed the Flash product browser, using Flash, ActionScript, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and ImageReady.
 Firefly Film & Video - I developed this Web site, based on a Flash template, using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Flash, ActionScript, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and ImageReady. I worked with Regi, to refine the feel of the Web site.
 Haley Ann Warner Photography - I developed Haley's Web site, based on a Flash template, using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, ActionScript, Flash, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, ImageReady. I worked directly with Haley, to develop the look and feel for the Web site. The functionality of the Web site consists of a flash music player, randomly generated image loads, and allows Haley to upload her latest photographic genius anytime.
 Jenny Jordan Frogley - I developed Jenny's Web site, using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, ActionScript, Flash, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, ImageReady and Microsoft Office. I worked directly with Regi Milan (owner of Ideation,Ink) to develop Regi's proposed look and feel for Jenny's Web site.
 SENAPPS - I designed and developed the SENAPPS Web site, using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, PHP, ActionScript, Flash, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, ImageReady, Illustrator, and Streamline. I worked directly with Steven Long, the President and CEO of SENAPPS, to develop the copy for the Web site. The functionality of the Web site consists of secure forms, flash advertisements and animations.
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