Work History






Freelance Computer Consultant
November 1990-present



	- Set up IBM and Macintosh computer systems and
		train users
	- Literate in Windows, PageMaker, MSWord, Coreldraw
	 	and network systems
	- Experienced with Video Capture software which, when 
		utilized with a VCR and video camera, replaces 
		production darkroom and PMT equipment





Production Coordinator
THE TYPE CONNECTION, Toronto, Ontario
March 1990-Oct 1990



	- Coordinated production of several major magazines 
		and some smaller publications included 
		“Steelabor” and “SOAR” for the United Steelworkers 
		and “Canada Works” for the United Service Employee’s Union;
		all in bilingual format with tight deadlines and budgets
	- Coordinated production of business cards, flyers, etc.
		from concept to final product
	- In charge of estimating for quotes and managing sub-contractors
	- Designed and implemented a full Macintosh system 
		to replace existing systems






System Administrator
MARKHAM ECONOMIST and SUN. Markham, Ontario
January-February 1990



	- Involved in implementation of an 18-unit Macintosh
		desktop publishing system






Composing/Layout Artist
METROLAND PRINTING AND PUBLISHING, Offset Division, Willowdale, Ontario
June 1987-October 1989



	- Worked closely with advertising staff, reporters, editors 
		and publishers of many Metroland newspapers; 
		worked with a wide variety of advertising layouts
	- Produced single, multi and full colour advertising 
		in the commercial department	 			
	- Responsible for seven issues of “Inside Hockey” magazine
		and several feature issues






Press Personnel
ISLAND PUBLISHERS, Colwood, B.C.
June 1985-June 1986



	- Worked in camera/plating department (P/T)
	- Responsible for graphic camera work, negative stripping, 
		plate burning, PMTs and layout for b/w and color
	- Ordered and organized dark-room supplies and equipment
	- Assisted in producing government promo materials, 
		advertising flyers, various publications






Stage Technician/Photographer
JUAN de FUCA PARKS AND RECREATION, Victoria, B.C.
March 1983-March 1985



	- Lighting and sound technician for productions 
		in the Isabelle Reader Theater, Colwood.
	- Creative resource for productions such as singing groups, 
		children’s productions,  plays, presentations etc.






Supervisor of Juveniles
MINISTRY OF COMMUNITY AND SOCIAL SERVICES
Cecil Facer School, Sudbury, Ontario
May 1978-December 1979



	- Worked with Young Offenders between ages 12 and 16 in this 
		maximum security training school in a cottage setting
	- Coordinated activities, day-to-day routines, and basic 
		guidance programs designed to aid in rehabilitation
	- Worked in male and female sections and initiated 
		special programs involving the clients





Publicity Photographer/Audio Visual Technician
MINISTRY OF TRANSPORTATION AND COMMUNICATION, Downsview, Ontario
April 1974-April 1976



	- Produced photographic, slide-sound and video materials
	- in charge of sound and video advertising production studio
	- Involved with various programs such as seat-belt, 
		Go Safely, etc. and audio for radio commercials





Personal





	- Involved in a number of groups for twenty-five years doing 
		live theater, concerts and shows; stage lighting, 
		sound, set design and construction, advertising and promotion 
	- Produced a number of television programs for local groups
	- Possess an IBM 486-DX100 set up for full desk-top publishing services, 
		video capture with graphic and animation programs
	- Have a complete 35 mm camera system with a 
		professional black and white darkroom
	- Enjoy science-fiction novels, building models and designing 
		environmentally friendly fuel systems to minimize 
		fossil fuel dependency
	- Interested in computer communications and wireless applications