JAMES LYONS

~m: 0403 777 311 + ~ e: pomie1@gmail.com

Leadership, Project management, Digital projects, Producer, Building Relationships, Decision Making, Lateral Thinking, All rounder

Post Production Graphics, Web Design, Video Editing, 3D Printing, Team Management, Video Design, 3D Modelling

Personal Summary I enjoy a varied personal life, with friends from different backgrounds and cultures. I strive to achieve and push myself to do the best that I can, in all aspects of my life. One of the most rewarding of my achievements was completing my Masters of Digital Media at the University of New South Wales. Completing the course was rewarding for many reasons, not only for the certificate and recognition but for the knowledge I have gained and the friends I have made. Completing my Masters has given me the ability to manage my time, complete tasks to a dead line and deliver a major project. This was entered in to the final exhibition and was selected to be screened in the ‘Best of the Best’ showcase.

Career Summary & ObjectiveJames has had a successful and creative career to date, involved in innovative development design work at the cutting edge of print and 3D technology. In addition he has been gathering valuable experience in leadership skills with the NSW Rural Fire Brigade in a volunteer capacity for the past 13 years.

His objective is now to obtain a role in the areas of Digital Production, engagement and Project management

Employment Summary

2015 - 2016 Digital Producer/Project manager Catcher Digital (formally BlueArc Group)2015 Digital Producer Optus2012 – 2014 Online and Multimedia Specialist Ricoh Australia2007 – 2012 Multimedia Specialist Ricoh Asia Pacific2007 – Present Freelance Designer Various2004 – 2007 IT Trainer Academy of Information Technology2007 Graphic Designer All Car Auto Electronics

Key Competencies

Diverse skills in video editing – can use any footage, convert and efficiently edit it highly organised, accurate, competent, adaptable, fast learner, innovative Precise and thorough 3D Modelling as demonstrated in Freelance work and portfolio

(Terrarium Co) The ability to develop and maintain processes for reaching outcomes Can convey a complex design process and make it understandable for the layperson Established and practiced mentor and coach in both employment and volunteer situations Good listener with ability to communicate clearly, gaining clarity with client’s needs Tailored design work to suit the customer’s requirements. Resource Management such as using all resources in volunteer work with the Fire Brigade Work well under pressure, efficient and fast turnaround of work remaining calm and

collected

Sound project management skills, enabling challenging project completion Adaptable working with changing processes and situations Career Achievements

Achieving an award from Ricoh for specific sales summit involvement where 200 presentations were arranged and uploaded for video presentation in a short space of time. Commended by the MD

Co-created both roles at Ricoh, Online and Multimedia Specialist to meet company objectives and needs

One of only 3 people whose work was selected from class of 80 to be shown on Awards Night for the Masters in Digital Media Graduation

Voted as Deputy Captain with the NSW Rural Fire Brigade in 2014 after 12 years whilst managing 5 – 60 people, dealing with continually with OH&S, logistics and strategic thinking in life threatening situations

Key Experience

Aug 2015 – March 2016 Digital Producer/Project manager Catcher Digital (formally BlueArc Group)

Mange the delivery of digital projects across a broad range of clients. Keep up-to-date with current digital online market trends and advising clients accordingly. Produce cost and time estimates, project plans and status reports when necessary. Manage the project life-cycle. Work collaboratively on online deliverables with the UX, design, content and development team Identify project issues, dependencies and assumptions/decisions, and ensure tasks are consistently

delivered on time Manage both large and small clients in a wide variety of industries

Feb 2015 – Aug 2015 Digital Producer Contract Optus Eye for detail and passion for good design Experienced at working in content management systems and knowledge of web technologies and

code, ensuring sound digital standards are maintained. Regular content updates and QA/testing in our main CMS, including Configuration mapping of plans

and handsets, coordinate the end to end flow of configuration across our digital platforms and contribute to the best user experience solution design for new flows

Brief in/support development team with optimizations Ensure all online touch points have been considered and implemented in workflow Exceptional interpersonal and problem solving skills with ownership and responsibility for deliverables Passionate about delivering quality customer experience and embody a culture of continuous

improvement

March 2012 – Sept 2014 Online and Multimedia Specialist Ricoh Australia Responsible for managing the public website, developing strategies to maximise new lead

generation, increase click through rate to main site Develop micro sites to improve user experience, increase brand awareness and generate leads Introduced Magneto to the Marketing team, and helped to roll out new communications platform Create and manage video content to increase brand and product awareness Manage on street promotion window to interact with foot traffic and improve brand awareness

Develop work flows for creating print material including brochures, flyers and promotional material

Sept 2007 – March 2012 Multimedia Developer Richoh Asia Pacific

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Responsible for developing online learning material for the Asia Pacific Region Managing version control, creating translated courses, managing LMS and CMS online systems Created graphical content that met company standards and followed brief Used templated web structure to maintain integrity and workflow. Development of form based feedback through LiveCycle

Feb 2004 – Sept 2007 IT Trainer Academy of Information Technology

Responsible for developing, teaching, assessing, and maintaining comprehensive records and documentation.

Ensured courses, assessments and materials adhered to vocational education regulations Developed and marketed new 3D training courses resulting in students becoming highly skilled Implemented diverse methods of training to a professionally recognised standard Conducted lectures to large and diverse groups that improved my communication skills Demonstrated the ability to communicate ideas and take advice in a team-based environment

2007 Graphic Designer All Car Auto Electronics Developed in consultation with management, a range of products including the logo, business cards,

letterheads and vehicle signage Involvement with the future development of their website

Education and Professional Development

2014 Deputy Captain Rural Fire Brigade 2013 Crew leader/Team leader TAFE NSW(RFS)2012 Long Service Medal Rural Fire Brigade2007 – 2011 Masters of Digital Media UNSW2005 Certificate IV Training & Assessment TAFE NSW2004 Multimedia Integration Diploma of Information Technology2002 HSC Beacon Hill Technology High School

IT Competencies

Microsoft Office, Open Office, Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, imageReady, Indesign, Dreamweaver, LiveCycle, Flash, Html, Java script, CSS, Magneto, Vignette, WordPress, Adobe premiere, AfterEffects, 3D Studio Max, SketchUp, MAYA, Mudbox, X-ist, NoDNA, Motion Builder, SoundBooth, Pro tools

Additional Information

Nationality: AustralianLanguages: EnglishCommunity: NSW Rural Fire Brigade – active member for past 12 yearsInterests: 3D Film, pet Jack Russell, electronic gadgets, cookingReferences: On Request

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