Education

University of Minnesota

Bachelor of Science

Computer Science / Studio Arts

Skillset

Design

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe AfterEffects

Adobe Premiere

Adobe Flash

Final Cut Pro

Programming

HTML/XHTML

CSS

Javascript/jQuery

AJAX

PHP

SQL

XML

WordPress

Usability

Heuristic Evaluation

Cognitive Walkthrough

Low/Hi-Fi Prototyping

Designer // Programmer // Web Geek

Shawn Burtis | | shawnburtis(at)gmail.com



Professional Resume (.pdf)


Skill Summary

Hello. My name is Shawn. I like to think of myself as a technological cross-breed: a programmer and an artist, a gaming geek and a hipster. Many web projects suffer from miscommunication amongst project managers, programmers and designers. With extensive experience in both graphic design and computer programming, I bring unity and direction to web projects to ensure they are completed efficiently in every step of the process.

I have always taken a holistic approach to learning. I don't skimp on details and leave no gaps in knowledge. Fixing a code bug is only temporary if you don't know what caused it (and why). It's this approach to programming that has given me a very well rounded education. As for the design realm, far too many websites are unnecessarily difficult to navigate and use; I prefer simple and obvious user-friendly design and navigation.

In all my work, I aim to become a Linchpin. A Linchpin, a term coined by American entrepreneur, author, and public speaker Seth Godin, is an artist that does emotional work. It means doing work that I put my heart and soul into, work that matters, and work that I am eager to show off. I aim to achieve the goals of my clients with speed and, most importantly, passion.


Graphics + Programming


I Am Starving .net


http://www.iamstarving.net/

iamstarving.net is a directory of late-night restaurant options available in Minneapolis. The site has a mobile component that is designed for browsing on phones so it can be used anywhere at anytime.

Electronic Press Kit


http://www.cedaravenuemusic.com/epk/

The band uses this site to market themselves to booking agents and music supervisors.

YourBestPrice.biz


http://www.yourbestprice.biz/

Retail start-up service that utilizes a reverse pricing dynamic.




Programming


Red Bull Graduate Program


http://www.redbullgraduateprogram.com/

The Red Bull Graduate Program includes no-kidding, roll-up-your-sleeves work in either the Red Bull Sales or Marketing departments, international business assignments and even formal business learning at leading universities.

Best Buy Media Kit


http://www.bestbuymediakit.com/

This site is being used as a marketing piece to promote Best Buy's in-store and online advertising outlets. This site needed to be backwards compatible with Internet Explorer 6.0 which required extensive debugging and programming difficulties.

2012 Manufacturers' Sneak Peek


http://www.snowsneakpeek.com/

Arctic Cat, Polaris, and Yamaha put on a snow mobile "sneak peek" tour each year that lets enthusiasts get a glimpse at the upcoming models.




Graphic Design


Eat 2B Lean Website Layout


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Website layout for nutritional delivery company Eat 2B Lean.

Hoban Menu


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6 page menu for a Korean restaurant named Hoban. I oversaw all areas of design, printing, lamination, and binding.

Show Poster


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Show poster for an event in Minneapolis.




Album Art


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Album art for the jewel case, disc image, and a 6 page pull-out.

Show Poster


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Show poster for an event in Minneapolis.

DoReMi Menu


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11x17 inch food & drink menu for DoReMi Karaoke.




Logo / Identity


Photography





Copywriting


Hoban Restaurant

At Hoban, you'll indulge in authentic Korean cuisine made from the freshest ingredients at the best prices. Considered to have the largest Korean menu in Minnesota, Hoban offers a huge variety of freshly grilled meats, stir fry, noodles, hot pots, and more. This family run restaurant has been in the same location for over 15 years. Don't just take our word for it - come in and experience the authentic Korean food, spirits, and culture.

DoReMi Karaoke

Tired of singing in a noisy bar? Or renting a small room with dated equipment and a poor sound system? Then come to DoReMi Karaoke. DoReMi features four spacious rooms fitted with state of the art audio and visual reinforcements. Each room has a 52 inch plasma flatscreen TV, comfy imported leather couches, and flashing LED lights so you can sing in style.


With a massive song list of over 20,000 songs, it's easy to find all of your favorite tunes. DoReMi lets you choose hits from all genres in many different languages. Whether you're looking for a dance jam in English or a K-pop hit from yesterday, you're only limited by your music memory (and maybe your vocal range).