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I have had a rich experience with the various jobs I've held. They have all led me on a path to where I am today and have enriched my life to make me a versatile individual. I am creative, innovative and flexible with a strong work ethic.
Jennifer Gray
Instructional Design Specialist
September 2007 - Present Austin Community College Austin, TX
- Coordinate instructional design projects from inception to completion; enter data into database, and maintain files and records.
- Consult with faculty on instructional design and learning objectives.
- Assist in the development of instructional strategies, course materials, assessment techniques, appropriate integration of instructional technologies and best practices.
- Design and produce learning materials in a variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, video, animation and multimedia to support teaching, learning, and college information needs.
- Provide assistance to faculty in technology tools and methods, use of instructional software, and effective uses of multimedia.
- Research and make recommendations on educational best practices, instructional resources, instructional technologies and multimedia hardware/software to support teaching and learning.
- Design, develop, and deliver workshops and training to faculty and staff in the use of instructional technologies and educational best practices; maintains records.
Professional Development Specialist
July 2004 - September 2007 Austin Community College Austin, TX
- Coordinate, schedule, track and evaluate technology training for faculty and instructional support staff. Provide customized training sessions for faculty and staff.
- Provide formal lessons to faculty, staff and students on various operating systems, software applications, and telecommunication peripherals.
- Prepare and update Datatel procedure manual and other material used in training.
- Create and maintain websites that support technology training.
- Develop and maintain written training modules related to hardware, computer software, office applications, and other system applications.
Media Graphics Assistant
April 2001 - July 2004 Austin Community College Austin, TX
- Process media requests, determine the daily schedule, set up equipment, and maintain media materials for faculty use in the classroom
- Train faculty and staff in a/v equipment operation, basic media production, image manipulation and webpage creation
- Produce basic media including photographs, computer-generated materials, simple graphics, audio and video duplication; videotape classroom lectures and special events; assist in productions
- Produce documentation on use of equipment and software for faculty and staff.
- Maintain and learn newly acquired equipment and software in a timely manner to the level necessary to assist students and faculty with its use
- Troubleshoot, report and keep repair records on outside/inside repair work, and make minor repairs when able
- Provide customized training sessions for faculty and staff as needed
Web Designer
February 2002 - Presentnbsp; Independent Contractor Austin, TX
- Design Web interfaces
- Develops layout design and concept, selects and secures appropriate illustrative materials to be used
- Maintains and updates Web sites
Improviser
September 1999– March 2004 National Comedy Theatre Austin, Texas
- Perform improvisational shows weekly for the public
- Conduct improve workshops emphasizing basic verbal and physical communication
- Defensive Driving Instructor
Videographer/Editor/Technical Support
December 1999 - Present Moving Pictures Austin, TX
- Videographer: shoot weddings, special events, and projects
- Edit video using SpeedRazor, Boris FX, Premiere and After Effects software on PC computer editing system
- Install, configure, and maintain Windows 98/NT/2000 computers for editing and graphics
- Troubleshoot hardware and software issues as applied to non-linear editing system
Photographer/Technical Support
August 1999 - April 2001 A+ School Photography Austin, TX
- Maintain & upgrade office computers and digital camera equipment
- Responsible for camera equipment setup and paperwork at each school
- Train new photographers on equipment and procedure for taking elementary students' pictures
- Responsible for preparation of children for photographs
Customer Service/Trade Show Coordinator
April 1998 - July 1999 Windsport, Inc. Austin, TX
- Provide sales/customer service with MS Office Software support
- Answer incoming sales and customer service calls and handle requests
- Provide images of products to customers
- Coordinate trade show products and arrange for delivery to the various trade show locations
- Procure copyrights on new designs
Production Assistant
1997 - 1998 KARD - TV West Monroe, LA
- Edit daily and weekly promos
- Direct community affairs programs
- Assist in commercial editing
Director/Production Assistant
1995 - 1997 KTVE-TV Monroe, LA
- Direct Weekend Newscasts
- Write and produce local commercials
- Audio Technician and Camera Operator for weekday newscasts
Memberships/Committees
- American Society for Training & Development - Austin Chapter. Since 2004.
- Citizen Textbook Advisory Committee-Physical Education for Austin Independent School District. Spring 2005.
Jen's resume in pdf format