Prodigious

MikeKruk
(248) 462-5591
tamagokun[at]gmail.com




Unique and original Web Developer with much experience in designing solid websites using CSS and XHTML according to today’s Web Standards. Ability to create original designs using Adobe Photoshop, which are brought upon by influences from fashion, music, and photography. Highly skilled in creating and managing SQL databases, developing with PHP, and using JavaScript for creating dynamic websites.

Recent accomplishment Victoria Wedding Chapel
The design, layout, and code are entirely my work.
XHTML, CSS, and PHP were used for coding and layout.
All graphics created using Adobe Photoshop or were provided by the company.

Recent employment Slick & Bubba’s
I did the following for still-looking.com using ASP
· database communication
· database structure
· user control panel
· registration
· page layout
· photo management
I provided web marketing and advertisement advice.
I worked as a team player by attending meetings, and communicating to help the business grow.


Employment History
Organic Inc. 10/2007 - present
  DUTIES
· code websites using XHTML, CSS, Javascript, Flash
· use advanced web management software
· attend meetings
· work on projects as a team

Slick & Bubba’s 12/2005 – 2/2006
  DUTIES
· code websites using ASP, PHP, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript
· design graphics in Adobe Photoshop and Maya 7.0
· attend business meetings
· give input to marketing and advertising strategies
  REASON FOR LEAVING
· never received any form or payment
Working here gave me an eye opener to the IT world and showed me that web design is in fact, my true passion.

GUESS? 10/2005 – 10/2007
  DUTIES
· handle legal tender
· team communication
· loss prevention
· business management
· customer service
Working in the fast-paced retail business, I have learned skills such as quick decision making, people skills, and financial responsibilities.

Ben & Jerry’s 08/2001 – 09/2006
  DUTIES
· manage store
· handle inventory deliveries
· help create employee schedule
· train new employees
· count and keep record of store income
  REASON FOR LEAVING
· new owner caused many internal problems with running the business
· hourly wage not meeting up to my needs
For being my first job, and working here for 5 years, it has taught a great deal about running a business as well as being loyal to that business and handling tough situations.

Education History
Oakland Community College 2005 – present
  DEGREE
· actively attaining my associate’s degree in Computer Science
Focused on the aspects of web development
After receiving my associate’s degree, I plan to transfer to a University to achieve my bachelor’s degree.

Tokai University 09/2004 – 09/2005
  DEGREE
· received certificate for Japanese Language Proficiency
A one year long course
Living in Japan on my own, and being engulfed by a new culture and language completely opened my senses to the world, and has ultimately helped me become a better person, and gave me the confidence to reach any goal.

Clarkston High School 08/2001 – 05/2004
  DIPLOMA
· class of 2004
· graduated with honors in the National Japanese Honor Society
I had the privilege to study many different IT courses such as Visual Basic, C++, A+ Certification, and Network+ Certification.

Portfolio
mikekruk.com
Here you can find all my web design projects, an online resume, and my contact information.

Software Proficiency
Microsoft Windows
Apple OS X
Linux
Adobe Dreamweaver CS3
Adobe Flash CS3
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Image Ready
Adobe Illustrator
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft Visual Basic
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Visio