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Marc Becquey
Marc Becquey
33 Orchard View Blvd., Ste 1112
Toronto, Ontario
M4R 2E9 CANADA
PHONE: 416.481.7248
e-mail: mbecquey@graphics-online.com
Creative and highly qualified web professional with extensive Business-to-Business and Business-to-Consumer credentials. Proven ability to design and maintain websites on time and within budget. Seeking a position or contracts as a Senior Web Designer, Graphical User Interface (GUI) Developer, Web Developer or Webmaster on a full-time or contract basis. Bilingual, French and English, written and spoken.
EDUCATION
1 year studying Design Art (Arts & Communications Campus), Seneca College, Toronto, Ontario
SKILLS
Languages: Advanced HTML, CSS, SSI, ASP, PHP, JSP, PERL, Java and Javascript
Platforms: Windows 98, 2000, XP and Vista
Software: Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Flash, 3D Studio Max, Microsoft IIS, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Frontpage, Microsoft Office, Netscape, Firefox, Internet Explorer, numerous graphics and communications software
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance Web Designer / IT Consultant (GUI Developer)
Stewart Title Guaranty Company
Password Protected Site
October 2007 - October 2008
  • Working with developers and analysts to design simple, easy to use and practical User Interfaces.
  • Working with Product Managers to ensure all User Interface requirements are met
  • Applying User Interface principles and best practices to designs
  • Designing and implementing graphics if necessary
  • Assisting in the analysis of User Interface designs – pre and post launch
  • Reviewing functional specifications of all new features and design the User Interface required
  • Constructing prototypes and mock-ups
  • Endeavoring to learn and implement RUP (Rational Unified Processes) or other company standards if applicable
  • Developing and designing international websites and ensuring site meets Stewart IT standards
  • Aiding the IT manager in the implementation of international websites
Project Manager / Web Designer
Shopters
Coming soon!
February 2007 - Current
  • Creating business model and writing technical/functional specs accordingly
  • Environmental research
  • Defining back end software to be used (PHP/MySQL, OsCommerce, GoogleMaps)
  • Branding and designing (logo, layout, graphics)
  • E-commerce integration
  • Content development
 
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance Web Designer/IT Consultant
Weisenburger Law Offices
http://www.ohiocrimelawyer.com
September 2006 - February 2007
  • Creation and implementation of Ohio Crime Lawyer website to give clients access to detailed legal information
  • Integration of custom CGI search engine
  • Creation of Flash banner to highlight video clips
  • Integration of streaming video
  • Search engine optimization
  • Google tracking and Google Maps API
  • Custom Blood Alcohol Calculator based on AODWiki's Javascript code
  • CGI feedback form
  • Submission of video clips to Youtube and Google Video sites
Web Producer
Workopolis
http://www.workopolis.com
2003 - 2006
  • Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the corporate website that receives 2.5 million unique visitors per month as well as its approximately 500 c0-branded websites
  • Implemented changes and revisions to site content, graphics, navigation and functionality
  • Contributed to the ongoing development of the site content, overall user experience and "look and feel"
  • Developed support for online promotional initiatives including but not limited to newsletters, email campaigns, site promotions and online surveys
  • Prepared site mockups and click/walkthroughs to aid project team with development work



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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance Web Designer / IT Consultant
Solé Gallery
View Site
September 2006 - October 2006
  • Creation and implementation of Solé Gallery website to give clients access to art show information
  • Creation of logo and branding guidelines
  • Implementation of artist slide shows
  • CGI forms
  • Monthly additions to reflect new art shows
  • Creation of print and web mailers
Freelance Web Designer / IT Consultant
Nexusvision
View Site
August 2003 - September 2003
  • Creation and implementation of Nexusvision website to provide clients with data centre information
  • Created branding
  • Created home page Flash animations
Freelance Web Designer / IT Consultant
RANG
View Site
March 2004 - April 2004
  • Creation and implementation of Tuza website to provide event information


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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance Web Designer / IT Consultant
Saporito Foods Inc.
http://www.saporitofoods.com
1997 - 2003 [V.2 launched in 2006]
  • Creation and implementation of Saporito Foods website to give clients access to detailed information on retail and wholesale products
  • Created labels for 3L and 2L canola, vegetable and corn oil bottles
  • Redesigned and launched the new retail brand
  • Produced an identity standards guide to ensure future products meet set guidelines
  • Built technology infrastructure to budget and specifications set out by Saporito Foods Inc.
  • Implemented and administered network, coordinated installation of line and jacks for internet access and integrated it to the existing network
Webmaster / Interface Designer
BCE Emergis
View Site
January 2002 - March 2002
  • Designed the OTPG interface (Order-To-Pay-Gateway) and worked with programmers to incorporate back-end Java applets in the form of BCE Emergis' proprietary Java Bricks
  • Customized the interface for language and enhanced branding
  • Editing and proof-reading of site in both French and English
  • Tested site fully before Golden Build was released using TestDirector

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Webmaster
Procuron
View Site
View Extranet
View Newsletter
January 2001 - November 2001
  • Created website, extranet, intranet and various newsletters for at partners, clients and suppliers
  • Accommodated the Marketing and Procurement departments' web and multimedia needs
  • Created and deployed content and media
  • Recommended and implemented various measurement, tracking, design and advertising tools


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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Web Designer
ACNielsen Canada
View Portal
View Intranet
View Tradeshow Presentation
April 2000 - November 2000
  • Designed the UI for the Nexus prototype, a portal built to deliver content tailored to clients' needs
  • Designed an intranet to provide employees with information and a forum on e-business incorporating a Java Applet called "The Brain"
  • Created trade show presentation website
  • Coordinated meetings with the directors of all departments at ACNielsen Canada to conduct needs analysis and establish the desired format of the presentation
  • Designed and deployed site for laptop presentations and to be distributed on CDs


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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Web Designer
Legal Information Ontario
View Site
March 1999 - August 1999
Web Designer
Toronto Community Ventures / Destination Carlaw
View Site
January 1999 - April 1999
Webmaster / Graphic Artist
Cryptologic / Intercasino
View Intercasino
View Cyberspades
View Banners
1997 - 1998
Webmaster
Homeovia
View Site
1995 - 1997



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