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05 January 2009
Interactive Media Award (IMA) success
I am pleased to confirm my team at Lightmaker have won an IMA Outstanding Achievement Award for the delivery of Drivers Republic, an innovative digital automotive publication and social community for today’s motoring enthusiast.
I led and project managed the Drivers Republic development and had the pleasure of working with three of the most prominent & popular automotive journalists in the UK, including respected names from titles such as EVO and Autocar.
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12 December 2008
Portfolio update
I have recently updated my portfolio with a sprinkle of jQuery functionality and the inclusion of social networking sites, LinkedIn & Twitter.
It is important to keep up-to-date with the latest technologies & trends to stay ahead in the ever evolving landscape of the digital industry…
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01 June 2006
Successfully Completed PRINCE2 Training Course
Today, I completed an intensive three-day Project Management Training Course, which involved passing a final examination. The desirable qualification explored the principles of the PRINCE2 methodology and provided best-practise guidance on the organisation, management and control of projects. Subsequently, I will adopt these principles to manage projects more efficiently and effectively.
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23 December 2005
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Wishing you all a great Christmas and a fantastic 2006...
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05 July 2005
First Class Honours Degree Success
Tuesday 5th July saw the culmination of four years hard work, as I received my final university results. I was delighted to achieve a First Class Honours degree in BSc Multimedia.
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18 June 2005
Accepted position with the Lightmaker Group
I have accepted a Production Assistant position at Lightmaker Group Ltd, one of the most successful interactive design agencies in the world. The position requires relocation to Tunbridge Wells in Kent, which is the UK & European Head Office of the company.
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15 June 2005
Offered position with the Lightmaker Group
I have been offered a Production Assistant position at Lightmaker Group Ltd, a leading New Media agency, specialising in the development of Internet design, management, integration and application services.
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08 June 2005
Offered job with the Imagine Group
I have been offered a Web Developer position at the Imagine Group, a New Media company, based in Middlesbrough, UK.
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28 May 2005
Completed university course
I have completed my BSc Multimedia degree at the University of Teesside. I am due to receive my final degree results on Tuesday 5th July 2005.
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01 April 2005
Underdog Promotions website launched
1st April 2005 sees the launch of the new website for Underdog Promotions, a diverse, forward thinking company offering a range of business services.
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14 March 2005
Additional university grades received
I have achieved a further two A grades in my university modules. Currently, I have received a total of four A grades during the final year of my BSc Multimedia degree and on course to achieve a first class degree.
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22 February 2005
Successful CSS Zen Garden Submission
As discussed in a news article back in October, I submitted a new entry to CSS Zen Garden. The design concept was titled Motopop and arose from ideas inspired by the Audi TT sports car. The submission is featured on the CSS Zen Garden website in the Conceptual Designs section.
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23 December 2004
New CD-ROM version of portfolio in development
A new CD-ROM version of grantmilestone.com is currently in development and will be able on request shortly.
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19 October 2004
Win a new Gmail webmail account here
The Internet's favourite search engine, Google have recently launched a new, search-based webmail service called Gmail.
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15 October 2004
The Zen of CSS Design
I have recently submitted a new entry to CSS Zen Garden titled Motopop.
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27 September 2004
Return to university for final year of study
27th September 2004 sees the official start of the 2004/05 academic year and a return to the University of Teesside to complete the study of my BSc (Hons) Multimedia degree.
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02 September 2004
ECDL Advanced Databases
Today I received confirmation from the British Computer Society, I had passed the ECDL Advanced Databases night class, which I studied at Stockton Riverside College during my placement with Walker Hall Associates.
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27 August 2004
Thank you to Walker Hall Associates
I have successfully completed my one year placement with Walker Hall Associates. I would like to thank both Walker Hall Associates and the University of Teesside for providing a thoroughly enjoyable experience, in which I have learnt a great deal.
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10 August 2004
Paragon Rapid Technologies
While on placement with Walker Hall Associates, I developed a promotional website for Paragon Rapid Technologies, one of the UK's finest Rapid Prototyping specialists.
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08 August 2004
GrantMilestone.com - Dynamic Update
8th August 2004 sees the re-launch of grantmilestone.com, which has now been redeveloped using ASP and an Access database. A Content Management System (CMS) has also been developed to cut the time taken to maintain the site by 50%.
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02 August 2004
AW Graphics
Developed a promotional website for AW Graphics, who supply a wide range of Vinyl Cut Graphics to Individuals, Clubs and Organisations throughout the UK. This website was developed while on placement with Walker Hall Associates
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21 July 2004
Beyond Boundaries
Designed a promotional website for Beyond Boundaries Ltd, who organise a regional networking event called "Revolution". The website enables users to register for up and coming events and contact other members, who have attended events.
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15 July 2004
Luxury Minis
Designed a promotional website for LuxuryMinis.com, who provide a high quality chauffer driven stretched Mini Limousine service throughout the North East.
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04 July 2004
Muddybums Mountain Biking e-commerce web site
Developed an e-commerce solution for Muddybums Mountain Biking, who retail in specialist mountain biking and rowing clothing.
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13 June 2004
K.B. Decorating Services
Designed a simple 3 page website promoting K.B.Decorating Services, a Durham based painting and decorating company.
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20 June 2004
Higher and Further Education Advice & Consultancy
Produced a website for HFEAC, who provide various services for students in higher and further education.
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15 May 2004
Time Out of the Box
Developed a promotional website advertising the services of Tim Gristwood, an expert in working directly with young people, communities and providing access to high quality project management and and training to professionals in the field.
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27 April 2004
Andy Elliott Photography
Designed a dynamic promotional website showcasing the Photographic Portfolio of Andy Elliott, a local photographer, who specialises in capturing photos of Steam Trains and associated Railway scenes.
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20 April 2004
Reach your Inner Potential!
Developed a corporate brand and promotional website for Inner Potential, a local company who provide a wide variaty of therapy and training.
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19 March 2004
Neill Watson Photography
Developed a corporate brand and photographic portfolio website for one of the region's most successful photographers. The website incorporates a dynamic image randomiser and utilises 360° Panoramic photographic technologies.
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15 March 2004
EMLS Associates
Designed a simple 5 page website, as an initial web presence for ELMS Associates, who are a Darlington based company offering consultancy and training in all aspects of Employment, Legislation, Management and Security.
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12 March 2004
Hartley Associates
Designed a promotional web page & e-shot campaign to advertise premises to let within Darlington Town Centre.
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09 March 2004
Tooth Fairies Updates
Developed the tooth fairies website further by adding more detailed pages within the products section and new order forms.
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08 March 2004
Colourstone Cards
Developed the Colourstone Cards website further by optimising all portrait orientated images within the website.
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08 March 2004
Chartered Institute of Marketing
I have passed my Introduction to Marketing Course and I am now a student member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing. I plan to continue studying further Chartered Institute of Marketing courses, in order to achieve a Diploma in Marketing.
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11 February 2004
Photography Night Class
In an attempt to broaden my creative skills, I have undertaken a Photography Night Class at Middlesbrough College.
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23 January 2004
Chadwicks Gueshouse
A small promotional website for a family guesthouse situated only 2 miles from central Middlesbrough.
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12 January 2004
BCL Advanced Riding & Executives Tours
BCL are a North-East of England based company, who provide advanced Motorcycle Instruction for riders of all skill levels.
I have designed a promotional website for BCL, which advertises their services.
In addition, I have developed a distinct corporate brand for the company, which communicates the company's values to their target audience and separate them from their competition.
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09 January 2004
Colourstone Cards Update
Developed the Colourstone Cards website further by providing additional pages about the artists and enabling Website Statistics so the client can track the visitors of their site.
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05 January 2004
Appointed ECDL Test Centre Manager
I have been appointed European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) Test Centre Manager of Walker Hall Associates.
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20 November 2003
SantaHomeVisits.co.uk
Invite Santa into your home to help decorate the tree, tell Christmas stories or listen to your Christmas List, leaving behind a festive ambience.
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19 November 2003
Tooth Fairies promotional web site
Built the website tooth-fairies.net for a Durham based company, who aim to enhance the magic of the "Tooth Fairy experience". Special Thanks to Emma Jameson, who designed the images for the website.
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17 November 2003
Colourstone Cards
Designed the website Colourstonecards.com for Colourstone Cards Ltd, who provide a range of exciting florist flower cards and greeting cards. View their website for more details…
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13 November 2003
marshall4finance.com launched
Designed marshall4finance.com for Marshall Finance, a Darlington-based Finance Brokerage, who offer various financial solutions for their clients.
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11 November 2003
6-week training course by the Chartered Institute of Marketing
As part of a Staff Development Scheme, I have undertaken an official 6-week training course by the Chartered Institute of Marketing. The aim of course is to develop my knowledge of Marketing, while polishing my Business and Entrepreneurial skills.
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16 October 2003
Walker Hall Associates become an accredited ECDL test centre
Helped Walker Hall Associates become an accredited ECDL test centre and I am now officially qualified to invigilate ECDL online examinations
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04 September 2003
Stockton Riverside College Night Classes
In an attempt to broaden my skills and experience, I have undertaken two night classes in City and Guilds 7307 - FAETC (Further and Adult Education Teachers’ Certificate) & ECDL Advanced Databases during my placement year of University.
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02 September 2003
Shell Technology Enterprise Programme awards
After completing an eight-week summer placements with local companies, the STEP students wrote a report on their findings and presented their acheivements in front of a panel of judges.
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30 August 2003
Successfully completed my summer placement with bmarketing
During my placement with bmarketing, I designed a web application, which allowed users with no technical knowledge to easily maintain the bdaily and effectively cut the time to publish a newsletter in half. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the b and gained valuable knowledge and experience. I wish the whole bteam all the best for the future.
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29 August 2003
Join Walker Hall Associates on One Year Placement
I have accepted Walker Hall Associates offer of a full one-year industrial placement. The placement will mainly involve developing various IT and Marketing-based solutions, ranging from Websites, E-shot campaigns, corporate identities, branding, promotional materials, Multimedia, Training, E-learning and much more…
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28 August 2003
Offered Placement with Leighton
I have been offered an eight-week Industrial Placement with Leighton, who are a group of technology and communications companies with its European Headquarters in Sunderland, United Kingdom.
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27 August 2003
Offered Placement with Walker Hall
I have been offered a full one-year placement with Walker Hall Associates, a Business Start-up and Training company based in three offices across the region.
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21 August 2003
Seeking one year Industrial Placement
I am currently seeking a full one year industrial placement as part of my 4 year BSc (hons) Multimedia sandwich course. Ideally, I would like to work for an ambitious and established company within the Digital Industry.
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20 August 2003
GrantMilestone.com - New Media Portfolio is Launched
August 20th sees the relaunch of Grant Milestone's New Media Portfolio, www.grantmilestone.com The new design of the portfolio encompasses a “contemporary look and feel” with clean crisp lines and plenty of white space.
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30 June 2003
A STEP forward in the Digital Industry
During the summer, I have joined 25 other students from the region's universities, taking part in a scheme called the Shell Technology Enterprise Programme (STEP). The scheme involves working with a company on an eight-week project to get valuable work experience during the summer holidays.
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30 June 2003
Spending the summer with the b
I have secured an eight week summer placement with bmarketing, an energetic brand and communications company based in Newcastle upon Tyne. My role in the company, will be to develop an application, which effectively cut the time to publish, the bdaily, bmarketing's successful week daily newsletter in half.
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