Memoirs of a Post-Grad

A digital lookbook into the journey of my professional and freelance works. A bit of design, with a dash of courage, and tons of ambition.

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A Youtube video for Centriq Corporate that I helped produce back in 2010. First time using green screen and Sony Vegas Pro video editing software. Real great folks over at Centriq, if you know anyone looking to re-tool on their IT knowledge check them out. 

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Previous branding/identity for Tech Smart KC Facebook page circa 2010/mid-2011. 

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Web layout for previous non-profit client, Church Health Ministry Coalition. Included Flash elements and Web 2.0 optimized. 

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Another older Myspace-era design via 2007.

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An older personal design from the Myspace-era circa 2008.

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Couple of older logo designs from personal projects, the top is from 2007 and the latter 2010. I've definitely traveled a long way with using Photoshop. :) 

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Blog Example #3

Driving Tips: Slow down on infractions

Of course you’ve heard from your mom and car insurance salesperson to slow down while driving. You’ve seen the signs and thought you’ve heard all of the warnings; however were you aware of a new study that places more evidence of death due to speeding (and other driving infractions)?

The logic is there of course, if you increase the speed of your car the longer it takes to slow down, which in turn the harder it is to avoid any potential obstacles while driving. Also it means you are more likely to get flagged by an awaiting officer for flying down the road doing 45 in a 25mph zone. For either case, the outcomes are not that great for you as a driver and greatly diminish your ability to be safe, and infraction free out on the road.

Infractions in particular are what the Motor Vehicle Record Mortality Study is focused on. The joint study between LexisNexis and RGA Reinsurance Company reveals a strong correlation between the numbers of vehicle infractions a driver has to their propensity to die sooner. For example, “drivers with six or more major infractions have a mortality rate that's 80% higher.” (Car Connection, 2012)

Yikes. That’s not all the study found either; “drivers with major infractions have mortality rates 70% higher than those without such infractions.” (Car Connection, 2012) Now it is important to note that these correlations were found using comparisons of DMV records to the Social Security Master Death File (yes, you read that correctly), but the evidence it reveals is still fairly significant particularly if you have a “not so clean” driving record. This information surely will be taken into account by insurance agencies in their future rating systems that could seriously pack a punch to your wallet.

Our advice to drivers out there, slow down and be a more attentive and safe driver. Yes it may be more fun to put your peddle to the metal while cruising in that new Cadillac CTS-V but it could cost you more than you’d expect in the end. Besides, you can live to tell the tale a bit longer too.

Want to read more about the study and its findings? Click here to get more of the highlights. 

Happy Motoring!

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Photo gradient created in Adobe Illustrator CS4 used on large scale advertisment for Centriq Training, 2011.

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Considered mock-up for Centriq Training's blog re-design in early 2011. I used Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator CS4.

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Press Release Example #2

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Centriq Training

913-322-7000

[email protected]

http://www.centriq.com

  Windows Azure & Cloud Computing First Look Event and Introducing MS-50466

  LEAWOOD, Kan., March 15, 2010 – Centriq Training will a host free “First Look at Windows Azure” event on April 14th from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 

  The Windows Azure platform is a set of high-performance cloud computing services that can be used together or independently and enable developers to leverage existing skills and familiar tools to develop cloud applications.

  In this session, Centriq's Cloud Specialist will provide a developer-focused overview of this new online service computing platform. We’ll explore the components, key features and real day-to-day benefits of Windows Azure.

This event is ideal for IT Managers, Technical Decision Makers, Developers, Chief Information Officers (CIO), and IT Directors.

Highlights include:

• What is cloud computing? • Running web and web service applications in the cloud • Using the Windows Azure and local developer cloud fabric • Sneak Peek of MS-50466 - Windows Azure Solutions for Visual Studio 2010 (the first Azure training course in the region)

  Register early, as seating is limited!

  April 14th        9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.        Register

  Centriq is also pleased to be offering the first Windows Azure course available in Kansas City May 11th through the 13th of this year. The course, MS-50466A Windows Azure Solutions with Microsoft Visual Studio 2010 (Beta) is an introduction to cloud computing and specifically Microsoft's public cloud offering in Windows Azure. This class is designed for .NET developers with Web application experience.  To learn more about the course or to register today click here.

  Contact your Account Executive at 913-322-7000 for more information on Windows Azure.

Centriq Training is the only company in Kansas City offering local instructor-led training solutions. For 20 years, Centriq has strived to be the area’s premier IT training company providing corporate IT training to hundreds of area companies and career education IT training to individuals with Centriq’s TechSmart KC program. For more information visit www.centriq.com.

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