Ryan Arhart
Email: ryan.arhart@gmail.com

OBJECTIVE
To find a position that allows me to use my strengths in communication, design and technology.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, After Effects and Microsoft Office
• Working knowledge of Windows and Macintosh operating systems
• Experience working with a communications team
• Understanding of and experience with Adobe products: InDesign, PDF, Illustrator, Soundbooth and Flash
• Strong knowledge of web design principles with HTML, XHTML, and CSS
• Experience with and understanding of JavaScript, Actionscript, content management systems and PHP
• Ability to think critically and execute creative solutions

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Center for Nanoscale Science and Engineering - NDSU Research Facility - Fargo, ND
Communications Specialist Apprentice - August 2007 - August 2008. (1 year position) Served as web site manager and designer, launched redesigned CNSE web site, produced videos, built and sent e-newsletters, took photos, helped with event planning and execution, wrote news releases, managed dynamic digital signage and gave tours.
Communications Intern - May 2007 - August 2007.  Designed posters, created videos and took photos for various research departments.  Also helped create and redesign departmental web sites.

The Spectrum - NDSU Newspaper - Fargo, ND
Web Editor - January 2007 - May 2007.  Maintained and updated ndsuspectrum.com.
Photographer - January 2005 - May 2007.  Took photos for campus newspaper; specialized in sports photography.

Campus Crusade for Christ - Headquarters -  Minneapolis, MN
Media Intern - Summer 2006. Worked with a team to design brochures, edited video, took photos, updated web pages, and wrote material for various conferences and events.

North Dakota State University Residence Life - Fargo, ND
Resident Assistant - October 2004 - May 2006. Aided residents who needed help in school and other areas of life, managed my hall, and performed administrative work for the university.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/AWARDS

North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mass Communication, minor in web design
Graduation: August 2007. GPA 3.6

• Eagle Scout
• NDSU Dean’s list throughout college career
• Resident Assistant of the month
• 1st place in sports photography for 2006 among universities in North Dakota