MARY JO BALSIS
77 Durand Drive - Rochester, NY 14622 - mjb@maryjobalsis.com - 585.323.1480



QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Solutions-oriented Visual Designer with a proven track record of effective website and graphic design demonstrated through 7+ years of experience in the creation and implementation of client Internet sites. My approach is to create designs that are both beautiful and functional. Understanding the client's needs and their environment is key to creating successful design solutions for any project.
  • Comprehensive design knowledge with experience in graphic design, computer graphics, illustration, marketing materials, and photography. View my portfolio at www.maryjobalsis.com.
  • Expertise in project coordination, developing and maintaining procedures to ensure organization and the ability to meet deadlines and resource guidelines.
  • Strong background collaborating between customers and engineering functions.
  • Skilled trainer and project leader; able to direct multiple tasks effectively and master innovative software and tools.
  • Able to identify problems create effective customized solutions to ensure customer satisfaction.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
· Web Design · Print Design · Graphic Design
· Client Relationships · Project Management · Employee Leadership

TECHNICAL BACKGROUND
Platforms: Windows, Mac OS.
Software: Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash, and Freehand, PageMaker; CorelDraw; Visual Interdev; VSS; Notepad; Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Project.
Programming: HTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES INC, Rochester, NY
Senior Web Designer (2000 to 2004)
4/2000 - 4/2004

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create compelling designed web sites for small and large companies.
  • Work closely with the Software Engineers to build interactive sites, containing database, backend managers and
    e-commence functionality.
  • Oversee multiple client relationships and project resources for cost-effective engineering processes.
  • Communicate directly with client to gather functional and design requirements.
  • Create proposals for clients containing budget and functional specifications outlining each phase of the project.
  • Design prototype layouts in Fireworks, slicing chosen images to implement design in Dreamweaver with HTML, ASP, or CSS templates.
  • Responsible for designing marketing materials, presentation folders, business cards, stationary, brochures, and numerous ads.
  • Participated in SEI/CMM-level 2 certification, improving software development predictability and cycle time and reducing rework.
  • Represented company at trade shows and conducted marketing presentations to technology students.
MINDEX TECHNOLOGIES INC, Rochester, NY
Web Designer (1996 to 2000)
12/1996 - 4/2000
Created websites for corporate clients, liaising with clients to develop and implement project designs throughout the lifecycle development process. Communicate directly with client to gather functional and design requirements necessary to create proposals. Design prototype layouts in Fireworks, slicing chosen images to implement design in Dreamweaver with HTML, or CSS templates. Created marketing materials, presentation folders, business cards, stationary, brochures, and ads.

FREELANCE - Volunteer Work
Web Design Updates - Greyhound Adoption of Greater Rochester, NY
Web Design Updates - Greyhound Adoption of Greater Rochester, NY
Involved with the updates and maintenance of their current web site. Plus activities, fund raisers for the promotion of finding homes for ex-racing Greyhound dogs.

2003-Present

FREELANCE
Web Design - CyberXtrain
Designed and implemented a website for a client who is a professional trainer and wanted to offer his services on-line. The content and maintenance of the website is done by the client.
2003


PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
CONTINENTAL FINANCIAL SYSTEMS, Rochester, NY
 
General Manager
Supervised nine employees in account management and operations, with responsibility for scheduling, interviewing, performance development, and project leadership.
Accounts Receivable Supervisor
Managed more than 35 client accounts, including billing, check generation, collections, and internal accounting functions.

EDUCATION / TRAINING
Bachelor of Science Degree w Major in Graphic Design, Cum Laude 3.7
Nazareth College of Rochester, Rochester, New York, 1994

Associate of Science Degree w Major in Fine Arts
Monroe Community College, Rochester, New York, 1990

Professional Training:
  • Flash MX: Level 2, 2003