Lasha Krikheli

Seeking an exciting position in Graphic & Interactive Design where I can express and develop my skills, while pursuing a Bachelor of Technology in Communication Design.

Skills: Web & Graphic Design, Interface Design, Information Architecture, Package Design, Print Design, Photography, Photo Manipulation.
Proficient in: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Flash, Lightroom, Aperture, QuarkXPress, iLife 09, FTP Apps, MS Office.
Web Languages: XHTML, CSS, some PHP & MySQL, Javascript (jQuery, etc.)

December 2008 - Present, Art Director / Developer Intern, GiftGenius.com

• Provide oversight and design direction for all internal projects.
• Insure best SEO practices with HTML/CSS/Javascript for optimal performance.
• Design & Manage development of the GiftGenius iPhone Application.
• Developed a new Modular Content Management System for complete site control and customization.

June 2004 - Present, Freelance Web & Graphic Designer

• Develops customer rapport for long-term professional relationships
• Designs websites, online/print graphics, interactive ads, etc.
• Codes in Standards-based XHTML & CSS, PHP & MySQL, Javascript, etc.
• Conducts individual analysis to develop custom service packages.

2006-Present

• BTech – Communication Design - Focus in Web Design & Advertising, New York City College of Technology

• Fall 2006, Spring 2007, Fall 2008, Spring 2008 Deans Honor List, NYC College of Technology
• “We the People” New York State Competition, Sectional Award
• 2004-2005 Captain of the Technology Club, Forest Hills High School