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| Education |
New York University Steinhardt School of Education M.A. in Music Composition, May 2008 Current GPA: 3.9 New York University College of Arts and Science B.A. in Computer Science, May 2000 |
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| Work Experience |
Agile Partners Consultant - August 2003 to Present Senior technologist at global pharmaceutics firm working primarily for their world marketing and technology division. Designed and developed module within a user management web application to bulk load / extract users profile information between LDAP and Microsoft Excel. Designed and implemented an integration system for the automatic loading of clinical trials metrics from a remote data store into the main application’s database ensuring daily updates to the website; coordinated the efforts between the various divisions involved. Built key areas of functionality on a clinical trials web application using the Apache Cocoon / Avalon framework. Creating design and implementation specifications for training and support purposes. New York University, Department of Housing and Residence Life , New York NY Graduate Housing Assistant, Second Street Residence Hall - August 2002 to August 2003 Plan and coordinate administrative and community-focused activities for the opening of Second Street Residence Hall, housing over 600 residents. Supervised a staff of eight first-year resident assistants. Developed staff through activities, individual mentoring, personal and community goal development. Liaison between students and the facilities staff and housing department. Participate in the judicial and disciplinary process for both residents and RAs. Available and prepared to respond to crisis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Taught leadership skills at a three-week training seminar for RA candidates. Received Presidential Service Award for my work and dedication to the resident hall community. Viant Corp., New York, NY Developer / Consultant - August 2000 to June 2002 Develop and design back-end components to web solutions, with a strong commitment to quality, speed, and flexibility. Work cooperatively with other technologists, and integrate effectively with teammates in creative and strategy oriented disciplines, by means of support, sharing, and learning. Developed major components for Viant's knowledge management system, including a customizable personal page, and paginated list view for digital assets. Implement java interface for online authentication with Experian. Coordinated a load testing effort, analyzed application server logs, revealed problems in code architecture, and produced detailed reports for upper management for a top Financial Services firm. Supported an effort to lead a major media and entertainment player in the decision to purchase a product that would benefit their particular needs. New York University Department of Housing and Residence Life, New York, NY Resident Assistant, University Hall - August 1998 to August 2000 Promote staff morale through dedication to the residence hall and RA community; Aided in planning and actively participated in events that define a new building during the inaugural season of University Hall. Counsel and educate students in academic and personal matters. Assist with emergency coverage; Plan social and educational programs. Complete administrative tasks associated with the operation of a residence hall. New York University School of Law, New York, NY Web Developer: New York University School of Law Web - May 1998 to December 1999 Create pages using HTML and JavaScript. Design and manipulate graphics and visual media. Researched and implemented new genres of web media. Develop CGI applications used on a global scale by faculty, students, and alumni. Implement and Administer the first Interactive Online Forum for prospective J.D. students, faculty, and administrators, which received recognition among the national law school |
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| Other Experience |
Trinity Praise Team St. Abraam Church, Woodbury,NY Producer, Songwriter, Arranger, Composer, MIDI Programmer - 1991 to Present Apply and experiment with new ideas in youth ministry through music.Produced, arranged, and performed in 1996 release, Via Dolorosa.Lead team of musicians and writers as Producer in the production of Now I'll Live, released internationally in 2001. Coordinate events with other program directors for live performances. Recruit and develop new talent among youth and young adults. Directed team of 17 people for a major production performed at Rutgers University, Winter 2003. Coptic Church Missions Project, East Africa, Maseno, Kenya; Nairobi, Kenya; Musoma, Tanzania Servant in the field of mission work - Summer 1999 Implement skills and resources to the ministry of Christians in East AfricaFocus intensely on personal growth and knowledgeOrganize public crusades with music and drama; Labor to build churchesAid the youth ministry of Nairobi, Support and minister to families. St. Abraam Coptic Orthodox Church, Woodbury, NY Youth Worker, Teacher, Mentor, Music Ministry - 1998 to 2002 Teach and minister to the youth of our church community who are at the high school level. Mentor certain young people on an individual basis because of their specific needs. Lead musical portion of youth meetings by teaching songs and encouraging corporate involvement in the singing and praise. Counsel and supervise on annual retreats. Apply and develop different methods of youth outreach to an immigrant church in America by using various resources, media, and the translation of traditional hymns into English. |