VisualCV

• Graphic and Web designer with strong skills from planning to implementation. Strong knowledge of Adobe CS3 design software including: Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, and Quark xPress. Strong knowledge of both PC and Mac environments.
• Currently an Assistant Producer/Production Artist for FableVision, a Boston-based animation studio that focuses on unlocking children's potential, fostering creativity, and embracing "off-the-path" learning avenues.
• Freelance web designer with 5+ years experience, producing a web presence which facilitates new marketing avenues for small businesses and the self-employed. Strong knowledge of code-compliant XHTML and CSS layout for cross-browser compatibility and stability. Flash animation, interfacing and scripting for interactive and dynamic web designs.
• BS in Communications (Graphic Design and Interactive Multimedia) and an AS in Applied Arts with a final GPA of 3.9+ for both degrees.
• Full-time internship at FableVision, Inc., multimedia studio and developer of educational software in Boston, MA, spring of 2008. Instrumental in the development of FableVision's two newest software products, SmartMoves and Animation-ish. Lead designer - packaging, marketing graphics, banners, user guides, DVD labels, and other promotional materials.
• Particularly interested in education and children's entertainment, educational game development, nonprofits and health/medical technology/pharmaceutical industries.
• Specialties include vector-based art/animation, CSS and valid XHTML, typography, color theory, photomanipulation/digital art, and branding/identity development.

"Soon after [John] started to freelance in the technology department, it became evident that he possesses the talent and skills to work on high-profile projects. John was able to learn and master our development process and tools with in a short period of time, which enabled him to be a valuable member of several project teams. He proved that he was not only capable, but exceeded expectations by working independently, asking pertinent questions and by taking complex content and bringing it to life... While freelancing with us, John has worked on both print and interactive media. This demonstrated his knowledge and comfort level with both mediums which has been a valuable asset to our department... On the interpersonal side, John collaborates well with his colleagues, team members and supervisors. He is both well-liked and respected by others. John’s positive attitude and passion for design, animation, and interactive projects has made him a great asset to the design team."

Kristin Butters
Art Director
Custom Learning Designs, Inc.

"[John] has been a valuable asset here at CLD working as a freelance artist ... His ability to quickly work on projects with little to no direction has enabled us to meet our client deadlines in a timely manner. He works well independently and in a team environment and has excellent verbal & communication skills. We would not have gotten through November and December [2009] without his help due to the amount of work we had in-house at that time. He was able to quickly catch onto our process with little training and was willing to work extra time if needed. He was truly dedicated in helping us meet our deadlines."

Peter Flynn

Senior Graphic Designer
Custom Learning Designs, Inc.

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"It is my absolute pleasure to recommend John Brissette. As both the founder and leader of two media firms and adjunct faculty in the Communications Department at Boston College for nearly twenty years, I can spot students who have a special spark of potential. I have worked directly with John and have seen him in many intense situations where he has proven himself again and again at ahighly professional level... I am sure John will be a tremendous asset to any organization that he joins."

Paul Reynolds

President

FableVision, Inc.

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“John is ONE in a million -- possessing the creative, technical, and interpersonal skills that make any project a success. He works hard, remains focused on the project goals, and his attention to detail is incomparable. His is a career to follow!”

Toby A. Smith

Writer-Producer-Director-Project Manager
Toby A. Smith Productions

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"Every project that John worked on directly impacted the day-to-day and long-term operation of our business... We all found John to be a very strong addition to the FableVision team. He is very bright, highly energetic, driven, and extremely efficient. He clearly understands the importance of starting and completing tasks on time and was impeccable when it came to follow through. John was an enthusiastic force in the studio – bringing energy and verve to everything he did for us.  We rely on self-directed, self-motivated individuals – and John exceeded our expectations, sometimes pushing ‘us’ to jump higher and reach further. Much of his success can be attributed to being a highly motivated team player."

William H. Norris
The Dot Connector

FableVision, Inc.

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“John was a student in our department's rigorous internship program, which I direct. His work was consistently excellent, and the corporate supervisors of the company (Fablevision, Boston, Massachusetts) at which he interned (including the owners) took time out of their busy schedules to express to me that he had been the best intern we had placed there in their 20 years of existence.” 

Charles Sides

Professor of Communications

Fitchburg State College

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