Martyn Green - Interactive Developer

email: mg7een [at] hotmail.com

[1988-1992]
Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics w/ Geophysics 2(ii)
The University of Bath, Avon, UK

- Four Year degree course, including one full year of industrial placement working for British Petroleum. Final year of study specialized in Geophysics.

[January 2008 - Present]
Web Content Specialist
Science Magazine (AAAS), Washington DC.

Responsible for the design, development and management of multimedia features, front-end web development and enhancement, interface design, management of Blog and Media servers, production and delivery of online video content and providing support and guidance to other departments of the organization as needed.

[April 2006 - January 2008]
Multimedia Designer/Developer
The National Archives, Kew, Richmond

Responsible for all design and development of custom multimedia applications, multimedia educational materials and bespoke web sites for internal clients and partners. Projects have included web-based e-commerce applications, educational/exhibition web sites, FLASH games, audio/video recording and preparation of media for online delivery (podcasts/streaming video etc).

Develop, conduct and analyse information architecture, in-house usability tests to asses and refine work. Follow UCD methodology and best practices for web development.

[November 1999 - March 2006]
Creative Developer
Lucidea (formerly Westlake Consulting Group), Washington, DC.

Provide creative direction and leadership for development efforts for interactive unit of web consultancy group. Manage design
projects to deliver strategic, brand creative results. Provide comprehensive creative direction through production and execution for a wide variety of interactive media.

Creative lead in projects such as: Web sites, multimedia, e-learning, interactive kiosks, CD-ROMs, and extensive, dynamic,
data-driven Web applications. Duties include:

• Analyse and define information architecture, navigation,
interface design, prototype/wireframes.
• Develop and execute visual design, information layouts,
user interface, and layout for assigned projects.
• Develop creative visuals for requirements and proposals.
• Convert designs to functional, robust Web pages.
• Ensure that creative standards are maintained and all design
deadlines are met.
• Integrate CSS and XHTML elements adopting industry best practices.
• Maintain strong interactive and motion graphics portfolio
including Flash features for use in interactive tools,
presentation of complex information, and web applications.
• Construct and operate Web usability testing facility,
incorporating live video and PC images.
• Act as primary creative contact with client for planning,
project management and strategy.

Worked with an extensive client base, including large associations, Web start-ups, non-profits, universities and corporations. It has been a flexible position where my range of skills has been constantly challenged and enhanced as the Internet has evolved and matured. Projects typically involved working in small, cross-functional teams of creative and technical professionals.
 

[February 1999 - November 1999]
Freelance Designer/Consultant
Fountain

Established Fountain, a Web design and consulting firm. Client base included UK universities, local businesses, and international
work. Designed and constructed custom Web sites, educational Flash movies, graphical banners and provided site maintenance
and training services to clients.

[October 1995 - June 1999]
Web Designer/Developer
Department of Business Studies,
The University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

The University of Edinburgh is one of the pioneers of computer-based learning among UK universities. Primary role was to develop Web-based educational products and multimedia training materials to supplement teaching. Developed “virtual visit” case studies providing an insight to how unique obstacles were overcome at a range of diverse businesses. Produced all visual and interface design for the products, and photography, video filming, digitizing, editing and preparation of media for electronic delivery. Worked with a content developer and member of academic staff to generate the educational content.

In addition, I was a design and Web production resource to the University in general. Worked closely with the University Visual
Resources Unit, designing and building Web sites for other departments, online exhibitions and promotional campaigns and the first University online undergraduate prospectus.

[October 1994 - September 1995]
Computer Systems Operator
British Gas, London, UK

Short-term contract position to facilitate the modernization of company's computer system. Worked with a small team of
administrators operating the old and new system in parallel whilst implementation/testing was conducted.

[February 1993 - October 1994]
Developer / Effects Designer
Image Animation, Pinewood Studios, London, UK

Instrumental in establishing a new computer facility at Image Animation. Responsibilities included sourcing and purchasing computer hardware, building computer network and interfacing with film hardware. Once the facility was operational, I worked with a team of animators, programmers and digital artists producing effects and animation sequences for television and film.

[August 1992 - February 1993]
Research Scientist
The University of Bath, UK

Following the completion of my degree I worked on a fixed-term underwater acoustics research project for the British military.
 

• 2008 Preliminary Judge for the Science and Engineering Visualization awards. NSF, Washington DC
• 2007 Presented at "Podcasting for Museums" event at Tate Britain, London, UK.
• 2007 Won JODI Award for "Excellent in Acessible Web Design", presented at the British Museum, London UK.
• 2006 Established Podcast series at The National Archives. Traffic increased from around 400 per month to over 20,000 per month over a six month period.
• 2005 Produced collection of onscreen animated graphics for 'Operation Ceasefire' live concert on the Mall, DC. Broadcast by satellite in three countries.
• 2005 Developed new web-based quiz for Campaign for Prevention of Teen Pregnancy. Traffic to the site doubled to over 600,000 quiz takers compared to last year.
• 2004 Finalist - Washington DC 48 Hour Short Film Competition
• 2001 Employee of the Year Award, Westlake Consulting Group
• 2000 The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Gold Medal, Interactive Multimedia Programs, University of Wales - Aberystwyth, Department of International Politics.
• 2000 The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Gold Medal, Interactive Multimedia Programs, Climate Kaleidoscope (http://climate.nms.ac.uk/ )
• 2000 University & College Designers Association (UCDA)
Silver Medal, Electronic Media Entire Web Site, Climate Kaleidoscope (http://climate.nms.ac.uk/ )

Making Archival Recordings of Live Performances - The Victoria and Albert Museum, London
User Centred Design techniques - UK Government Programme
Web Accessibility Workshop - University of Brighton, UK
Arlington Independent Media - Public Access Television:
• Studio Production
• Field Production
• Outside Broadcast, Mobile Van
• Offline Editing
Washington Area Macromedia Group
Washington DC Independent Video Producers Group
Kids, Technology and Education – HCIL Workshop, Maryland University (2001)
Visual Design of Information, Seminar - Edward Tufte (2001)
Advanced Macromedia Flash Course - Fig Leaf Training (2000)

PC, MAC and UNIX operating systems.

Software
I am competent with many popular software products and have an aptitude for learning new applications quickly and thoroughly. Listed below are those that I use most regularly in my work:

Expert proficiency:
- Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash

Additional experience with the following:
- Avid DV Pro, Final Cut Express, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Encore, Sound Forge, Media Cleaner,

Programming / Technical
- XHTML, Javascript, JQuery, FLASH Actionscript 2, CSS, DHTML, XML/XSL, Video Compression techniques (Sorensen), Widget Development (UWA), CD-ROM/DVD Authoring.

Working knowledge of the following programming languages:
- PHP, ASP.NET, JSP

References available upon request.