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The dreaded résumé. How can one love something meant to condense and cram a person’s life and career into a handful of pages? We as job hunters hate them because they never seem to sufficiently convey what we do or how we do it, and it’s usually the first impression any potential employer gets of us. Employers have a love/hate relationship with them because they do, at first, provide an apparently good abstraction of a potential hire, but it’s a thin veneer that quickly rubs away when they come face to face with an individual that barely seems to match up with that first impression. A couple of years ago I experimented with treating my résumé as a UX project, applying user-centric principles and methodologies on myself in the hopes of landing a better job. In this session I'll go over the process that led me to my design, discuss 'user' reaction to the design, and outline some ideas that can help everybody build a better résumé, UX or otherwise.
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RÉSUMÉ
BUILDING A
UXbetter
Wednesday, March 13, 13
Mike DunnUX Architect @ Spredfast
MIKE DUNNUX ArchitectSpredfast
@uxFOOL
Wednesday, March 13, 13
#UXresume
Wednesday, March 13, 13
6SECONDS
6SECONDS
Wednesday, March 13, 13
Wednesday, March 13, 13
12Phone interviewS
Wednesday, March 13, 13
12Phone interviewS
8In person interviewS
Wednesday, March 13, 13
12Phone interviewS
8In person interviewS
2Job offers on the same daY
Wednesday, March 13, 13
Mike DunnUX Architect @ Spredfast
MIKE DUNNUX ArchitectSpredfast
@uxFOOL
Wednesday, March 13, 13
MIKE DUNNGAMING JOURNALIST@GamingTrend
gamingtrend.com
Wednesday, March 13, 13
MIKE DUNNArtist &animator
Wednesday, March 13, 13
MIKE DUNNFORMERCHEF
Wednesday, March 13, 13
MIKE DUNNFATHER
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Wednesday, March 13, 13
The only people who get paid enough- get
paid what they're worth- are people
who don't follow the instruction book,
who create art, who are innovative, who work without a map.
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ObjectiveTo develop interactive media that pushes the boundaries of todays technologies with the optimal
end-user experience.
ProfileSix years experience in interactive and visual design, project management, and client relations,
with a demonstrated ability to deliver and troubleshoot in any given situation.
How:
• Discover what the client wants
• Drive Design, Development and Delivery
• Act as Technical Evangelist where necessary
• Deliver results far exceeding client’s expectations without affecting bottom line
Examples:
• Re-branded and relaunched Kimball resources identity both on and offline, turning a mere
web presence into an invaluable resource for the company and it’s clients and providing a
stronger and more recognizable brand, resulting in an increase of profitable accounts and
a more satisfied client base.
• Overhauled AmeriSciences’ Academy training presentations by making the switch to
Keynote on a Mac platform and creating a far more compelling and cinematic experience
than Powerpoint could offer, prompting several distributors in the company to make the
switch as well as well as ushering in a year of record growth for the company.
Technical ExpertiseHere is a sampling of my technical know-how:
Web Graphic Design Multimedia
HTML/XHTML Photoshop Flash
CSS Illustrator Keynote
Javascript InDesign Powerpoint
Actionscript Quark Final Cut
Special SkillsMy experience has honed the following skills:
• Execution—consistently delivering to fixed time schedules against very steep odds.
• Experimentation—relentlessly learning and keeping up with the latest and greatest
interactive technologies and implementing them.
• Communication—intuiting what the client’s needs really are when they themselves are not
sure.
• Focus—determining the scope of a project during the planning stages and keeping it in
sight during production.
• Management—knowing where my expertise ends and another’s begins, delegating tasks
to others best suited for them to maximize quality and keep on schedule.
Experience
• Owner, FoolishStudios; Houston, TX — Jan ‘02- present
Sole proprietorship. Designed, Developed and Directed a variety of interactive and print
projects and marketing campaigns. Client list includes Slick Willie’s of America, Kimball
Resources, and BlabberMouth Public Relations.
• Staff Artist, Manager, & Writer, Gaming Trend; www.GamingTrend.com — 11/03 - present
• Webmaster & Graphic Designer, AmeriSciences; Houston, TX — 2/04 - 10/05
• Webmaster, TimeGate Studios; Houston, TX — 11/00 - 8/01
Professional CreditsTimeGate Studios:
‘Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns’, PC Game- Webmaster
‘Kohan: Ahriman’s Gift, PC Game- Additional Contributions
5610 De Lange Ln
Houston, TX 77092
C 832.202.9701
T 713.957.1779
www.foolishstudios.com
Michael DunnInteractive Designer
“Mike has been a huge asset for
BlabberMouth PR. He saw us through
two web site revisions, taking us from an
undefined brand image to the vivacious,
but professional image we represent
today. My trust was well-placed in Mike.”
-Patti Hill, BlabberMouth PR
“Mike has a creative mind and a passion
for visual representation. I've never
worked with someone with such an eye
for detail who could still get the job done
as quickly as he does.”
-Ron Burke, Gaming Trend
“Mike built our website for Kimball
Resources Inc., He is extremely
professional, creative, and easy to work
with. We have been extremely happy with
his work and would hire him again in this
capacity. I would highly recommend him
to anyone needing web design services.”
-Bob Hayes, Kimball Resources
Wednesday, March 13, 13
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ObjectiveTo develop interactive media that pushes the boundaries of todays technologies with the optimal
end-user experience.
ProfileSix years experience in interactive and visual design, project management, and client relations,
with a demonstrated ability to deliver and troubleshoot in any given situation.
How:
• Discover what the client wants
• Drive Design, Development and Delivery
• Act as Technical Evangelist where necessary
• Deliver results far exceeding client’s expectations without affecting bottom line
Examples:
• Re-branded and relaunched Kimball resources identity both on and offline, turning a mere
web presence into an invaluable resource for the company and it’s clients and providing a
stronger and more recognizable brand, resulting in an increase of profitable accounts and
a more satisfied client base.
• Overhauled AmeriSciences’ Academy training presentations by making the switch to
Keynote on a Mac platform and creating a far more compelling and cinematic experience
than Powerpoint could offer, prompting several distributors in the company to make the
switch as well as well as ushering in a year of record growth for the company.
Technical ExpertiseHere is a sampling of my technical know-how:
Web Graphic Design Multimedia
HTML/XHTML Photoshop Flash
CSS Illustrator Keynote
Javascript InDesign Powerpoint
Actionscript Quark Final Cut
Special SkillsMy experience has honed the following skills:
• Execution—consistently delivering to fixed time schedules against very steep odds.
• Experimentation—relentlessly learning and keeping up with the latest and greatest
interactive technologies and implementing them.
• Communication—intuiting what the client’s needs really are when they themselves are not
sure.
• Focus—determining the scope of a project during the planning stages and keeping it in
sight during production.
• Management—knowing where my expertise ends and another’s begins, delegating tasks
to others best suited for them to maximize quality and keep on schedule.
Experience
• Owner, FoolishStudios; Houston, TX — Jan ‘02- present
Sole proprietorship. Designed, Developed and Directed a variety of interactive and print
projects and marketing campaigns. Client list includes Slick Willie’s of America, Kimball
Resources, and BlabberMouth Public Relations.
• Staff Artist, Manager, & Writer, Gaming Trend; www.GamingTrend.com — 11/03 - present
• Webmaster & Graphic Designer, AmeriSciences; Houston, TX — 2/04 - 10/05
• Webmaster, TimeGate Studios; Houston, TX — 11/00 - 8/01
Professional CreditsTimeGate Studios:
‘Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns’, PC Game- Webmaster
‘Kohan: Ahriman’s Gift, PC Game- Additional Contributions
5610 De Lange Ln
Houston, TX 77092
C 832.202.9701
T 713.957.1779
www.foolishstudios.com
Michael DunnInteractive Designer
“Mike has been a huge asset for
BlabberMouth PR. He saw us through
two web site revisions, taking us from an
undefined brand image to the vivacious,
but professional image we represent
today. My trust was well-placed in Mike.”
-Patti Hill, BlabberMouth PR
“Mike has a creative mind and a passion
for visual representation. I've never
worked with someone with such an eye
for detail who could still get the job done
as quickly as he does.”
-Ron Burke, Gaming Trend
“Mike built our website for Kimball
Resources Inc., He is extremely
professional, creative, and easy to work
with. We have been extremely happy with
his work and would hire him again in this
capacity. I would highly recommend him
to anyone needing web design services.”
-Bob Hayes, Kimball Resources
Wednesday, March 13, 13
ObjectiveTo develop interactive media that pushes the boundaries of todays technologies with the optimal
end-user experience.
ProfileSix years experience in interactive and visual design, project management, and client relations,
with a demonstrated ability to deliver and troubleshoot in any given situation.
How:
• Discover what the client wants
• Drive Design, Development and Delivery
• Act as Technical Evangelist where necessary
• Deliver results far exceeding client’s expectations without affecting bottom line
Examples:
• Re-branded and relaunched Kimball resources identity both on and offline, turning a mere
web presence into an invaluable resource for the company and it’s clients and providing a
stronger and more recognizable brand, resulting in an increase of profitable accounts and
a more satisfied client base.
• Overhauled AmeriSciences’ Academy training presentations by making the switch to
Keynote on a Mac platform and creating a far more compelling and cinematic experience
than Powerpoint could offer, prompting several distributors in the company to make the
switch as well as well as ushering in a year of record growth for the company.
Technical ExpertiseHere is a sampling of my technical know-how:
Web Graphic Design Multimedia
HTML/XHTML Photoshop Flash
CSS Illustrator Keynote
Javascript InDesign Powerpoint
Actionscript Quark Final Cut
Special SkillsMy experience has honed the following skills:
• Execution—consistently delivering to fixed time schedules against very steep odds.
• Experimentation—relentlessly learning and keeping up with the latest and greatest
interactive technologies and implementing them.
• Communication—intuiting what the client’s needs really are when they themselves are not
sure.
• Focus—determining the scope of a project during the planning stages and keeping it in
sight during production.
• Management—knowing where my expertise ends and another’s begins, delegating tasks
to others best suited for them to maximize quality and keep on schedule.
Experience
• Owner, FoolishStudios; Houston, TX — Jan ‘02- present
Sole proprietorship. Designed, Developed and Directed a variety of interactive and print
projects and marketing campaigns. Client list includes Slick Willie’s of America, Kimball
Resources, and BlabberMouth Public Relations.
• Staff Artist, Manager, & Writer, Gaming Trend; www.GamingTrend.com — 11/03 - present
• Webmaster & Graphic Designer, AmeriSciences; Houston, TX — 2/04 - 10/05
• Webmaster, TimeGate Studios; Houston, TX — 11/00 - 8/01
Professional CreditsTimeGate Studios:
‘Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns’, PC Game- Webmaster
‘Kohan: Ahriman’s Gift, PC Game- Additional Contributions
5610 De Lange Ln
Houston, TX 77092
C 832.202.9701
T 713.957.1779
www.foolishstudios.com
Michael DunnInteractive Designer
“Mike has been a huge asset for
BlabberMouth PR. He saw us through
two web site revisions, taking us from an
undefined brand image to the vivacious,
but professional image we represent
today. My trust was well-placed in Mike.”
-Patti Hill, BlabberMouth PR
“Mike has a creative mind and a passion
for visual representation. I've never
worked with someone with such an eye
for detail who could still get the job done
as quickly as he does.”
-Ron Burke, Gaming Trend
“Mike built our website for Kimball
Resources Inc., He is extremely
professional, creative, and easy to work
with. We have been extremely happy with
his work and would hire him again in this
capacity. I would highly recommend him
to anyone needing web design services.”
-Bob Hayes, Kimball Resources
Technical ExpertiseHere is a sampling of my technical know-how:
Web Graphic Design Multimedia
HTML/XHTML Photoshop Flash
CSS Illustrator Keynote
Javascript InDesign Powerpoint
Actionscript Quark Final Cut
Special SkillsMy experience has honed the following skills:
• Execution—consistently delivering to fixed time schedules against very steep odds.
• Experimentation—relentlessly learning and keeping up with the latest and greatest
interactive technologies and implementing them.
• Communication—intuiting what the client’s needs really are when they themselves are not
sure.
• Focus—determining the scope of a project during the planning stages and keeping it in
sight during production.
• Management—knowing where my expertise ends and another’s begins, delegating tasks
to others best suited for them to maximize quality and keep on schedule.
Wednesday, March 13, 13
Wednesday, March 13, 13
ObjectiveTo develop interactive media that pushes the boundaries of todays technologies with the optimal
end-user experience.
ProfileSix years experience in interactive and visual design, project management, and client relations,
with a demonstrated ability to deliver and troubleshoot in any given situation.
How:
• Discover what the client wants
• Drive Design, Development and Delivery
• Act as Technical Evangelist where necessary
• Deliver results far exceeding client’s expectations without affecting bottom line
Examples:
• Re-branded and relaunched Kimball resources identity both on and offline, turning a mere
web presence into an invaluable resource for the company and it’s clients and providing a
stronger and more recognizable brand, resulting in an increase of profitable accounts and
a more satisfied client base.
• Overhauled AmeriSciences’ Academy training presentations by making the switch to
Keynote on a Mac platform and creating a far more compelling and cinematic experience
than Powerpoint could offer, prompting several distributors in the company to make the
switch as well as well as ushering in a year of record growth for the company.
Technical ExpertiseHere is a sampling of my technical know-how:
Web Graphic Design Multimedia
HTML/XHTML Photoshop Flash
CSS Illustrator Keynote
Javascript InDesign Powerpoint
Actionscript Quark Final Cut
Special SkillsMy experience has honed the following skills:
• Execution—consistently delivering to fixed time schedules against very steep odds.
• Experimentation—relentlessly learning and keeping up with the latest and greatest
interactive technologies and implementing them.
• Communication—intuiting what the client’s needs really are when they themselves are not
sure.
• Focus—determining the scope of a project during the planning stages and keeping it in
sight during production.
• Management—knowing where my expertise ends and another’s begins, delegating tasks
to others best suited for them to maximize quality and keep on schedule.
Experience
• Owner, FoolishStudios; Houston, TX — Jan ‘02- present
Sole proprietorship. Designed, Developed and Directed a variety of interactive and print
projects and marketing campaigns. Client list includes Slick Willie’s of America, Kimball
Resources, and BlabberMouth Public Relations.
• Staff Artist, Manager, & Writer, Gaming Trend; www.GamingTrend.com — 11/03 - present
• Webmaster & Graphic Designer, AmeriSciences; Houston, TX — 2/04 - 10/05
• Webmaster, TimeGate Studios; Houston, TX — 11/00 - 8/01
Professional CreditsTimeGate Studios:
‘Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns’, PC Game- Webmaster
‘Kohan: Ahriman’s Gift, PC Game- Additional Contributions
5610 De Lange Ln
Houston, TX 77092
C 832.202.9701
T 713.957.1779
www.foolishstudios.com
Michael DunnInteractive Designer
“Mike has been a huge asset for
BlabberMouth PR. He saw us through
two web site revisions, taking us from an
undefined brand image to the vivacious,
but professional image we represent
today. My trust was well-placed in Mike.”
-Patti Hill, BlabberMouth PR
“Mike has a creative mind and a passion
for visual representation. I've never
worked with someone with such an eye
for detail who could still get the job done
as quickly as he does.”
-Ron Burke, Gaming Trend
“Mike built our website for Kimball
Resources Inc., He is extremely
professional, creative, and easy to work
with. We have been extremely happy with
his work and would hire him again in this
capacity. I would highly recommend him
to anyone needing web design services.”
-Bob Hayes, Kimball Resources
Wednesday, March 13, 13
ObjectiveTo develop interactive media that pushes the boundaries of todays technologies with the optimal
end-user experience.
ProfileSix years experience in interactive and visual design, project management, and client relations,
with a demonstrated ability to deliver and troubleshoot in any given situation.
How:
• Discover what the client wants
• Drive Design, Development and Delivery
• Act as Technical Evangelist where necessary
• Deliver results far exceeding client’s expectations without affecting bottom line
Examples:
• Re-branded and relaunched Kimball resources identity both on and offline, turning a mere
web presence into an invaluable resource for the company and it’s clients and providing a
stronger and more recognizable brand, resulting in an increase of profitable accounts and
a more satisfied client base.
• Overhauled AmeriSciences’ Academy training presentations by making the switch to
Keynote on a Mac platform and creating a far more compelling and cinematic experience
than Powerpoint could offer, prompting several distributors in the company to make the
switch as well as well as ushering in a year of record growth for the company.
Technical ExpertiseHere is a sampling of my technical know-how:
Web Graphic Design Multimedia
HTML/XHTML Photoshop Flash
CSS Illustrator Keynote
Javascript InDesign Powerpoint
Actionscript Quark Final Cut
Special SkillsMy experience has honed the following skills:
• Execution—consistently delivering to fixed time schedules against very steep odds.
• Experimentation—relentlessly learning and keeping up with the latest and greatest
interactive technologies and implementing them.
• Communication—intuiting what the client’s needs really are when they themselves are not
sure.
• Focus—determining the scope of a project during the planning stages and keeping it in
sight during production.
• Management—knowing where my expertise ends and another’s begins, delegating tasks
to others best suited for them to maximize quality and keep on schedule.
Experience
• Owner, FoolishStudios; Houston, TX — Jan ‘02- present
Sole proprietorship. Designed, Developed and Directed a variety of interactive and print
projects and marketing campaigns. Client list includes Slick Willie’s of America, Kimball
Resources, and BlabberMouth Public Relations.
• Staff Artist, Manager, & Writer, Gaming Trend; www.GamingTrend.com — 11/03 - present
• Webmaster & Graphic Designer, AmeriSciences; Houston, TX — 2/04 - 10/05
• Webmaster, TimeGate Studios; Houston, TX — 11/00 - 8/01
Professional CreditsTimeGate Studios:
‘Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns’, PC Game- Webmaster
‘Kohan: Ahriman’s Gift, PC Game- Additional Contributions
5610 De Lange Ln
Houston, TX 77092
C 832.202.9701
T 713.957.1779
www.foolishstudios.com
Michael DunnInteractive Designer
“Mike has been a huge asset for
BlabberMouth PR. He saw us through
two web site revisions, taking us from an
undefined brand image to the vivacious,
but professional image we represent
today. My trust was well-placed in Mike.”
-Patti Hill, BlabberMouth PR
“Mike has a creative mind and a passion
for visual representation. I've never
worked with someone with such an eye
for detail who could still get the job done
as quickly as he does.”
-Ron Burke, Gaming Trend
“Mike built our website for Kimball
Resources Inc., He is extremely
professional, creative, and easy to work
with. We have been extremely happy with
his work and would hire him again in this
capacity. I would highly recommend him
to anyone needing web design services.”
-Bob Hayes, Kimball Resources Experience
• Owner, FoolishStudios; Houston, TX — Jan ‘02- present
Sole proprietorship. Designed, Developed and Directed a variety of interactive and print
projects and marketing campaigns. Client list includes Slick Willie’s of America, Kimball
Resources, and BlabberMouth Public Relations.
• Staff Artist, Manager, & Writer, Gaming Trend; www.GamingTrend.com — 11/03 - present
• Webmaster & Graphic Designer, AmeriSciences; Houston, TX — 2/04 - 10/05
• Webmaster, TimeGate Studios; Houston, TX — 11/00 - 8/01
Professional CreditsTimeGate Studios:
‘Kohan: Immortal Sovereigns’, PC Game- Webmaster
‘Kohan: Ahriman’s Gift, PC Game- Additional Contributions
Wednesday, March 13, 13
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12Phone interviewS
8In person interviewS
2Job offers on the same daY
Wednesday, March 13, 13
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