Marcel Ray
Interactive Development
Summary
Exceptionally savvy, resourceful and detailed interactive technologist with a broad range of experience. Possess a strong understanding of object-oriented principles, in the scope of ActionScript 2 and 3, as well as a growing collection of design patterns. Currently focusing on Flex and Flash application development for devices.
An eager and active participant in all stages of a project cycle — from creative brainstorming and needs assessment to design and development. Applauded by former coworkers for easy going and positive attitude, as well as for adding smiles and corny jokes to the office space.
Employment
Interactive Development Consultant
marcelray.com
Seattle, WA
Oct 2007 to Present
Independent Flex/Flash consultant and contractor for a span of clients and projects including Nintendo, Nickelodeon, PBS, Nokia and Cesar Millan (The Dog Whisperer). Please refer to online portfolio for specific project examples.
Flash Developer
Smashing Ideas, Inc.
Seattle, WA
Mar 2006 to Oct 2007
Member of respected Flash development team with high object-oriented coding standards. Built and contributed to high-visibility websites and games for clients including Disney Channel, Nintendo, Nickelodeon and Starbucks.
Flash Interface Developer
Eastman Kodak
Rochester, NY
Dec 2004 to Feb 2006
Member of an 8 person engineering team for the highly-anticipated Kodak EasyShare-One consumer digital camera with touchscreen Flash interface. Primary responsibilities included code and design optimization, localization management and brainstorming new interactions for upcoming UI releases.
Interactive Developer & Designer
Buck & Pulleyn
Pittsford, NY
Aug 2004 to Dec 2004
Responsible for the development and design of interactive campaigns within a regionally and nationally acclaimed advertising agency for clients including Kodak, Ithaca College and Corning Glass. Active participant in proposal writing, new business pitches, client meetings and brainstorming sessions.
Flash Media Producer/Developer
Element K
Rochester, NY
Oct 2003 to Jul 2004
Assisted instructional designers in the creation of Flash animations, layouts and graphics for clients including Microsoft and Cisco. Developed custom Flash components with rich user interfaces, resulting in greatly increased efficiency in specific production processes.