Chris Paterson

Current

• Software Engineer (Flash/Actionscript) at TiVo

Past

• Senior Flash Developer at SodaHead.com
• Flash Designer / Developer at Freelance
• Flash Designer II at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Online

• Webdesigner at Red Rhino Creative
• Flash Consultant at Andromeda Software, Inc.
• Intern at DNA Studio

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Education

• California State University Channel Islands

Recommended

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Connections

161 connections

Industry

Internet

Chris Paterson’s Summary

I enjoy both the creative aspect of projects as well as the technical implementation. I like to operate on both hemispheres of my brain. I like challenging opportunities.

Chris Paterson’s Specialties:

Remoting, JSON, XML, Flash animation, Flex, Flex SDK, IDE Free development, Actionscript 2.0,Actionscript 3.0, OOP Actionscript, HTML, CSS, Photoshop, Illustrator, PHP, MySql, Graphic Design, Creative Concepting.

Chris Paterson’s Experience

• Software Engineer (Flash/Actionscript)

  TiVo

  (Public Company; tivo; Consumer Electronics industry)

  September 2009 — Present (3 months)

• Senior Flash Developer

  SodaHead.com

  (Privately Held; Internet industry)

  March 2008 — March 2009 (1 year 1 month)

  I am developing and architecting every aspect of SodaHead.com’s Flash platform. Working with Linux and the opensource Flex SDK compiler to create rich and complex applications targeted at the social-networking space. Creating complex componentized architecture with reusable libraries and APIs. Utilizing true development environment constructs such as source control, design patterns, unit tests and frameworks to accomplish robust and reusable code. Working with Linux Commandline.

• Flash Designer / Developer

  Freelance

  (Internet industry)

  November 2007 — March 2008 (5 months)

  Worked independently as a Freelance Flash developer with Regime Design [theregime.com], SpringBox [springbox.com] and others to develop experience-driven websites. Handled all aspects of running a business, including client communication, billing, invoicing, delivery, estimating and managing expectations.

• Flash Designer II

  Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Online

  (Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; DIS; Entertainment industry)

  June 2006 — November 2007 (1 year 6 months)

  Worked for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts
  Online as a Flash Designer. Developed rich Flash media for DisneyWorld.com, DisneyVacationClub.com and the relaunch of Adventures by Disney’s website in late 2006 [adventuresbydisney.com]. I also partici¬pated in proactive efforts to streamline Flash development at WDPRO, including source control, best Flash video practices and optimizing class package and development practices.

• Webdesigner

  Red Rhino Creative

  (Internet industry)

  May 2005 — May 2006 (1 year 1 month)

  Designed, conceptualized and maintained high-profile websites, identities, and merchandise for well-known radio personalities [ricoandmambo.com] and international sports referee Big John McCar¬thy [bigjohnmccarthy.com]. Created large format print designs for automotive campaigns. Coordinated with clients, business managers and producers. Project bidding and creative direction over staff.

• Flash Consultant

  Andromeda Software, Inc.

  (Privately Held; Computer Software industry)

  December 2004 — May 2005 (6 months)

  Flash programming and design for flash/PHP/MySql based database administration tool working in Josten's [jostens.com] internal network. Flash development for the company website to promote Photoshop plug-in products as well as testing the products.

• Intern

  DNA Studio

  (Privately Held; Internet industry)

  October 2003 — December 2003 (3 months)

  Updated and designed elements for clients like McDonald's, Anheuser Busch, and Boost Mobile. Innovated various promotional tools for internal purposes.

Chris Paterson’s Education

• California State University Channel Islands

  B.A. , Art , 2004 — 2005

Additional Information

Chris Paterson’s Interests:

Flash, Actionscript 2 & 3, Adobe Air, Creative Ideas, Technology that supports creative persuits

Chris Paterson’s Groups:

•    Flex addict
•    Adobe Flex Developers
•    Web 2.0 and Mobile Computing
•    Actionscript 3 / Flex / Flash Media Server - developers
•    Flash Developers & Designers
•    Flash Coders
•    Flash Freelancers

Chris Paterson’s Honors:

1st Place Rosebud Winner - CSU Media Arts Festival, Nov 06
Category: Interactive Multimedia

1st Place Rosebud Winner - CSU Media Arts Festival, Nov 05
Category: Interactive Multimedia

1st Place - CSUCI Concept to Completion, April 06
Category: Interactive Multimedia

Website of the Month - Bodyguard Magazine, Sept 05
BigJohnMcCarthy.com

2nd Place - CSUCI Interpretation and Innovation, May 05
Category: Website Design

2nd Place - CSUCI Interpretation and Innovation, May 05
Category: Interactive Multimedia

3rd Place - CSUCI Interpretation and Innovation, May 05
Category: Time Based Graphics and Visual Effects

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