Justin Torres

Employment

• Mitec Solutions (Ventura, CA)2008 - Present

  Head of Web Development

  Work closely with CEO & Operations Manager to effectively establish an online presence. Responsibilities include:

  • Project management
  • Client Interfacing
  • Managing internal web development team
  • Creating websites (internal/external)
  • Creating marketing materials
  • Search engine optimization
  • Implementing web based infrastructure
  • Brand identity
  • Reporting (budget/progress)

• iPangaea Inc. (New York, NY)2006 - 2008

  Chief Design Officer

  
  

  Worked closely with Chief Technology Officer and web development team for product development (social network). Responsibilities included:

  • Designing the graphical user interface inclusive of: landing pages, artwork, message boards, audio players, video players, virtual currency, profile pages, interactive calendars, and brand identity.
  • Facilitating in the creation of fundraising materials including PowerPoint presentations and the company business plan.
  • Coordinating with the Chief Marketing Officer to create and optimize graphical advertising.
  • Working on the core fundraising team responsible for raising $1M.

• Academic Technology Services (Colorado Springs, CO)2004 - 2006

  Computers & Avanced Technology Lab Manager

  Was directly responsible for the management of the computer laboratory. Responsibilities included:

  • Facilitating patrons with the use of Adobe Photoshop and the creation of customized print and digital graphics.
  • Responsible for spread-sheeting monetary transactions.
  • General Computer Troubleshooting for Mac and PC
  • Installing software and firmware updates to equipment in the lab

• Teach the Teachers Colloborative (Ojai, CA)2000 - 2006

  Technology Assistant

  • Assisted teachers from the Los Angeles Unified School District in the use of technology inclusive of laptop computers and networking stations.
  • Aided teachers in the use of Adobe Photoshop software for graphic design projects.
  • Was responsible for monitoring technology inventory and supply distribution.

Education

• The Art Institute of California - Los Angeles2009 - 2012

  Web Design & Interactive Media

  Achievements & Awards
  

  • Best of Quarter: Digital Illustration
  • Best of Quarter: Digital Typography
  • Best of Quarter: Image Manipulation
  • Best of Quarter: Photography
  • Best of Quarter: Web Design

  
  

  About the Program:
  

  The Bachelor of Science program in Web Design & Interactive Media assists students in gaining an advanced understanding in interactive media and Web design. The bachelor's program provides a theoretical and hands-on approach to education that offers a theoretical foundation and general education to aid students in the development and maturation of their artistic abilities and to solidify their technical skills. By working in classrooms and computer labs, a foundation in drawing and design, image manipulation, interface design, scripting, sound, video, and animation is developed. More complex coursework employs authoring tools to integrate text, sound, graphics, animation, and video to complete interactive projects.

  The program introduces the structure of online games, information design, interactive authoring, Web animation, and e-commerce applications. The individual interested in this field is one who feels comfortable with and challenged by technology, and who has specialized skills as a designer or technician. Faculty, many of whom are industry professionals, are committed to helping students combine their creative abilities with technical skills for entry into interactive design related professions including e-commerce, entertainment, publishing, education, and marketing.
  

  
  

  Program Objectives:
  

  • Demonstrate knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical perspectives, empirical findings, and historical trends in interactive media.
  • Apply research methods in interactive media, including research design, data analysis, and interpretation.
  • Apply the language and concepts of the field of interactive design through effective communication and design.
  • Acquire and disseminate digital information and use computers and other technology for a variety of purposes.
  • Demonstrate a strong foundation in color theory, design, digital image manipulation, multimedia system design, scriptwriting, sound, video, animation, Web programming and interface design for the purposes of branding and business optimization.
  • Apply the principles of form and function to produce design and business solutions appropriate to a particular client or target audience.
  • Seek positions leading to careers such as interface designer, digital media producer, multimedia producer, multimedia scriptwriter, computer-based training designer, Web designer, and Web script language developer in such fields as law, medicine, science, engineering, architecture, education, corporate communications, consumer information delivery, and advertising.

• Colorado College (Colorado Springs, CO)2004-2006

  Biology & Philosophy

  "At Colorado College our goal is to provide the finest liberal arts education in the country. Drawing upon the adventurous spirit of the Rocky Mountain West, we challenge students, one course at a time, to develop those habits of intellect and imagination that will prepare them for learning and leadership throughout their lives."

• The Thacher School (Ojai, CA)2000-2004

  Graduate

  Founded in 1889, The Thacher School is a coeducational boarding high school (grades 9-12) located 85 miles northwest of Los Angeles, California. The School serves academically talented students who will benefit from a rigorous college preparatory experience. The faculty and students live and work closely together in a community in which cooperation, trust, honesty, and respect are the cornerstones of school life. Together, we commit to the belief that demands in the academic classroom, when combined with those of mountains and horses, of sports and the arts, produce independent minds, strong bodies, and powerful character.