Meaghan Pykerman, Web Enthusiast

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- Profile -

I love the web. Whether I'm building a standards-compliant website, developing a Flash app, or implementing the latest web capabilities, I'm in my element. My passion is accessible, intuitive designs, and finding the balance between function and creativity.

- Interests -

Distance and Online Learning, Copyright, Design, Typography, Accessible Web Designs, Information Architecture

About

- Education -

Diploma in Digital Media Design, Specializing in Flash and Web Development; NAIT 2010

Advanced Rich Media Development, Advanced Web Development, Flash Development, Flex Development, Corporate ID Design & Brandflow, Project Management

Bachelor of Science, Major: Mathematical Sciences, Minor: Physics; University of Alberta 2008

Mathematical Programming and Optimization, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Statistics, Computational Physics, Women’s Studies, Media Culture & Society

- Skills -

XHTML, CSS, PHP/MySQL, JavaScript, jQuery, XML, , MXML, ActionScript 3.0, Search Engine Optimization, Browser Compatibility, Google Analytics, WordPress Theme Development, Email Campaigns

- Programs -

Dreamweaver, Flash, Flex, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook)

- Activities -

Member of Digital Alberta; 2010-Present

Chapter Volunteer Coordinator Chair of the Alberta North Chapter of the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada; 2010-Present

NAIT Student Representative for the Alberta North Chapter of the Society of Graphic Designers of Canada; 2009-2010

Member of the NAIT Digital Media Design Expo Committee; 2009-2010

Attended FITC Edmonton; 2009, 2010

Webmaster, Pi Beta Phi Edmonton Alumnae Club; 2008-2010

Webmaster, Alberta Alpha Chapter of Pi Beta Phi; 2005-2008

Flash Development

- Math Application -

For my final project at NAIT, I decided to create something that was educational. I sought to develop a Flash application that combined material that I learned while completing both my degree and my diploma.

The first part of the application utilizes ActionScript 3.0 to load XML data to display study terms and definitions. The second part calculates the minimum spanning tree of a connected graph having up to six vertices and draws the corresponding edges.

I plan on adding a check function to make sure the user inputs data for a connected graph. Until then, you must input values for a connected graph in order for the calculation to work.

Flash Development

- XML Image Gallery -

This class assignment uses ActionScript 3.0 to load XML to display the images in the gallery. It also imports the Tweener class for transitions.

Web Design & Development

- Pi Beta Phi Edmonton Alumnae Club -

The Pi Beta Phi Edmonton Alumnae Club wanted to have a web presence in order to increase communication between members. I designed the layout and graphical elements, while adhering to their international style guide. The graphical elements were created using Photoshop. I developed the site using XHTML and CSS.

Web Design & Development

- Portfolio Redesign -

I'm currently working on redesigning my portfolio.

Web Design & Development

- OER Database -

The Open Educational Resource movement has interested me for quite some time. As such, I have crafted a database using PHP/MySQL to categorize my favourite resources for a class project. The database allows the user to view, add, edit, and delete records.

This project is currently offline.

Print

- Read-A-Thon Bookmark -

While a summer student at the Alberta Division of the MS Society of Canada, I designed this bookmark for distribution to children participating in the Read-A-Thon fundraising program. Using the existing logos and provided facts, I created a design that would appeal to school-aged children.

Print

- Typography & the Environment -

For a class assignment, I designed a poster for the New York Art Director's Club using only typographic elements. I chose to use my favourite font - Eurostile. The poster was designed in Illustrator.

Print

- NAIT Seasonal Card -

This holiday card was created for my design class. I chose to create an image that is inclusive of all faiths.