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CYNTHIA CHIN-YA
LIN www.cynthialin.net
cyn [at] astrumignis (dot) com
Schenectady, NY
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B.A. in Computer Art
State University of New York College at Oneonta
Art Studio Minor
GPA: 3.41
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ART and DESIGN
EXPERIENCE |
Waking
Seas, May 2005
Hand-assembled artbook featuring pieces inspired Stargate Atlantis.
Non
vacui sumus, October 2004
Hand-assembled artbook featuring pieces inspired by the work of
singer/songwriter Tom McRae.
Teaching Assistant, 2003
Graphic/Publication Design. Assisted professor and students.
Teaching Assistant, 2002
Computer Art I. Assisted professor and students.
Graphic Design, May 2001 - Present
Assisted in the design and type editing of numerous academic publications.
Experienced in media tray insert design and layouts.
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WEB DESIGN
EXPERIENCE |
Pauses, Inc.,
January 2005
Site for cultural and literary travel group. Designed custom images
and provide maintenance when necessary.
Signal Room,
2004 to Present
Promotional fansite for Australian group Signal Room. Designed graphics
and layout.
Cape Coastal Trading, May 2003
Designed a commerce site to client specifications including shopping
cart integration, custom images, and animated graphics. Also included
copyediting.
Tomination,
2003 to Present
Unofficial promotional site for singer/songwriter Tom McRae. Designed
graphics and layout using HTML and PHP; maintenance on a regular
basis. Create promotional materials such as flyers, stickers, and
magnets.
The Bringers, October 2000 - March 2001
Site for the online activists, the Bringers, an organization fighting
the shutdown of fansites. Duties included site design, maintenance,
and project coordination with over 50 members.
Astrumignis
Productions, 1997 to Present
Owner and designer. Created graphics, designs, and maintained
websites for numerous non-profit and personal sites. Over 20 sites
designed to date.
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COMPUTER
SKILLS |
Languages and Software
Adobe ImageReady, Adode InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere,
FTP, HEAT Database Program, HTML, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Microsoft
Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Powerpoint,
Microsoft Word, Quicktime
Operating Systems
Windows, Macintosh
Other Skills
Hardware (installation, configuration and troubleshooting), software
(installation, configuration, troubleshooting), TCP/IP network troubleshooting
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GALLERIES and
EXHIBITS |
Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition 2003
Main Gallery, SUNY Oneonta Fine Arts Center
Special Student Show, Spring 2002
Student Loom Gallery, SUNY Oneonta Fine Arts Center
Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition 2002
Main Gallery, SUNY Oneonta Fine Arts Center
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WORK
EXPERIENCE |
Internet Researcher, March 2006 – Present
BidNet, Albany, NY
Scanning of paper bid documentation, and bid amendment expediting. Researching new bid sources from government sites.
Sales Associate, October 2004 - March 2006
Departure, Albany International Airport, Albany, NY
Multiple duties include inventory control, setting up displays,
data entry, filing, and interacting with museums and artists. Other
tasks appointed as needs arise.
Order Filler, April 2004 - August 2004
2 Bead or Not 2 Bead, Albany, NY
Fill and pack orders placed by customers through the company website,
mail order, or via phone. Daily maintenance of inventory and other
appointed duties.
Bookseller, August 2003 - April 2004
Barnes and Noble Booksellers #1917, Colonie, NY & #2180,
Niskayuna, NY
Responsible for dealing with customers in a professional manner
as well as demonstrating knowledge of literature and products. Various
duties included cashiering, setting up product displays, and restocking
shelves.
Lead Help Desk Technician, January 2003 - May 2003
Information Technology Help Desk, SUNY College at Oneonta
Provide office support for faculty and staff of the college consisting
of software and hardware troubleshooting and repair. Assisted in
e-mail migration from VMS system to Microsoft Exchange Server.
Help Desk Technician, August 2000 - 2003
Information Technology Help Desk, SUNY College at Oneonta
Provide phone support for faculty, staff, and students of the college.
Trained in hardware and software troubleshooting.
Technical Staff, May 2002
SUNY Conference on Instructional Technology at Oneonta
Provided technical support to conference staff, attendees, and committee
members for the duration of the event.
Seasonal Staff, May 2001 - July 2001
NY State Education GED Program, Albany, NY
Responsible for sorting diploma requests as well as locating GED
test scorecards. Duties included photocopying, packet mailing, data
entry, and duplicate diploma printing. Also responsible for assessing
and mailing Special Mod requests.
Secretarial Assistant, September 1999 - May 2000
Learning Support Service, SUNY College at Oneonta
Prepared packets for college writing exam, sorted graded exams,
and other secretarial duties. Also assisted students who needed
to sign up for peer tutoring.
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AWARDS and
HONORS |
Dean's List, Fall 2002 Semester
SUNY College at Oneonta
Dean's List, Fall 2000 Semester
SUNY College at Oneonta
Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society, September 2000
Oneonta Chapter
National Honor Society, 1997
Inducted at Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons High School, Albany, NY
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| LANGUAGES |
American English, spoken Mandarin
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