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www.THEREMCORP.com
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Hollywood, California (323) 639-3177
rsemaun@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE:
To propel a creative-based company to greater success and inspire admiration through cooperation,
collaboration, knowledge, creativity and hard work.
CREATIVE/DESIGN EXPERIENCE:
Senior Designer
July 2009-PRESENT
WARNER BROTHERS STUDIOS - WarnerBros.com, Burbank, California
« Create iPad sites and other mobile products for the studio’s upcoming movie releases.
« Build email newsletters, Flash sweepstake pages and other important B2C/B2B initiatives.
« Develop interesting ideas to keep the WB portal a premier entertainment destination on the World Wide Web.
« Assist in the innovation of BD-Live, a highly interactive program available on the growing Blu-ray platform.
Visual Designer
May 2007-June 2009
IAC/EVITE.com - Product Team, West Hollywood, California
« Designed and implemented advertiser-based initiatives (i.e., Nintendo, 11th Hour, Aerobed and Smirnoff ).
« Assisted the Marketing Team in developing innovative sweepstakes, contests and other promotional materials.
« Worked closely with the Product Team to create additional cutting-edge features for EVITE, such as Mobile.
« Collaborated with key EVITE members on the current rebranding and redevelopment of the entire site.
Web Designer/Administrator/Copy Writer
Jan. 2006-May 2007
WARNER BROTHERS Worldwide Television Marketing - New Media, Burbank, California
« Created daily Home and Showpage Billboards, teasers, large touts and other graphic-based work for CWTV.com.
« Scheduled assets (i.e., artwork and text), monitored pages and created accompanying text for the website.
« Worked with the art managers in developing and maintaining the various online integrated marketing campaigns.
« Managed the online presence of various CW shows, including the official Beauty and the Geek showsite.
« Gained profound knowledge and experience working for a highly successful and fast-paced business.
Interactive/Web Designer
Aug. 2005-Dec. 2005
LRN - Content Team, Los Angeles, California
« Designed scenarios and accompanying graphics for HTML and Flash-based ethics training modules.
« Explored ways to make these modules more engaging and graphically in tune with the subject matter.
« Monitored and implemented the conversion of English-based ethics modules into 44 different languages.
Wireless Content Designer
Dec. 2004-June 2005
THQ – Wireless Division, Calabasas, California
« Developed innovative visual content (i.e., MMS, Screensavers and Wallpapers) for US wireless products.
« Monitored the batch processing of these graphics for use in other markets (e.g., Europe and Asia).
« Learned the value of making artwork that can be easily repurposed for a variety of sizes and formats.
Package Designer
March 2004-Aug. 2004
MGA ENTERTAINMENT - BRATZ Toys/Packaging, Van Nuys, California
« Created package designs for BRATZ, a successful kids brand specializing in fashionable and cutting-edge toys.
« Incorporated new ideas, package designs and layouts for future seasons and BRATZ additions.
« Gained first-hand experience on the intricacies of the printing process and how it relates to art and design.
Web Designer
June 2003-Dec. 2003
WARNER BROTHERS STUDIOS - TheWB.com, Burbank, California
« Designed Ad Banners and other online advertisements for the television network’s highly successful shows.
« Developed new and innovative ways to promote and maintain the WB’s web presence and rabid fan base.
« Implemented other innovative graphical works such as AOL Expressions, Buddy Icons and Desktop Themes.
Dec. 2000-Dec. 2002
DNA STUDIO - Creative Department, Beverly Hills, California
« Designed and implemented web graphics as well as print collateral for a multitude of entertainment ventures.
« Worked closely with cutting edge Designers in developing both form and function to the utmost degree.
« Teamed up with the Engineering and Development Team to deploy websites, games and other online tools.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
« Formal training in Visual Communication, Interactive Design and Print Media.
« Knowledgeable in Web Design: HTML, Java Script, Macromedia Flash and Adobe ImageReady.
« Experienced in Multimedia Design and Development: Macromedia Director and Adobe AfterEffects.
« Proficient in Graphics/Layout programs: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW and Quark Xpress.
« 3-Dimensional Modeling/Rendering experience using Form-Z RenderZone and QuickTime VR.
« Experienced in content-based management tools such as Basecamp, JIRA, Perforce, TeamTrack and Vignette.
AWARDS/HONORABLE MENTION:
« [The New York Times/Media Section - December 7th, 2006] Sunkist Brings One Tree Hill To Your Town Contest
« [Macromedia Site Of The Day Award] Catatonia’s “Equally Cursed And Blessed” Official Site
« [UCLA Design Undergraduate Showcase 1999] Mockdesign Fashion Web Site
EDUCATION:
University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts in Digital Design
Class of 2000
WEBSITE EXAMPLES/MOBILE CONTRIBUTIONS:
http://www.theremcorp.com/ Concept, Planning, Design, Maintenance, Copy Editing, QA & Development
http://www.warnerbros.com/ Concept, Planning, Design & Development
http://m.warnerbros.com/ Concept, Planning, Design & Development
http://www.evite.com/ Concept, Planning, Design, Production Art & Development
http://www.cwtv.com/ Concept, Planning, Design, Production Art, Maintenance, Copy Editing, QA & Development
REFERENCES:
Available Upon Request.