Contact

mcwright@lclark.edu

Objective

Fulfilling and creative work culminating in a sense of achievement, exploring the emerging intersections between the arts and technology.

Qualifications

Exceptional interpersonal skills, including good listening skills and a willingness to seek mutually beneficial compromises. Artistic sensibility well suited to creating eye-catching flyers, ads, and cover art, either freehand or using graphics programs such as Photoshop and Fireworks. Years of experience creating and maintaining informative and attractive websites. Able to program HTML proficiently by hand or using a variety of programs, especially Macromedia Dreamweaver. Firm grasp of logic and processes involved in creating a successful program utilizing Java/Javascript, C++, and Perl. Able to record and mix musical projects with various combinations of digital and hardware components. Experience in public relations and promotional work for the music industry. Understanding of music theory and compositional practices. Committed to maintaining projects after inception, keeping them current, interesting, and convenient for the client.

Education

1999 - 2003
Lewis and Clark College, Portland, Oregon
BA Computer Science and Mathematics, Music Minor

Spring 2002
University of Westminster, London, U.K.
Semester Abroad

Employment

1999 - 2003 : Music Director, KLC Radio (Portland, Oregon)
Established and maintained contacts in the music industry dealing with current electronic music releases. Managed the flow of music coming through the station. Developed awareness of the current state of college music, where it is going, and where it has been. Developed a highly effective multimedia promotional campaign which appeared in the Portland Mercury, around Portland, and online.

1998 - 2003 : Co-Manager, Metempsychosis.com
Worked with a close-knit group to oversee every aspect of running an entertainment website distributing independent electronic music. Recruited talented musicians to contribute to the project. Provided editorial content in the form of music reviews, artist bios, and group histories. Helped restructure group dynamic to allow for more efficient task management.

2002 : Intern, Sound Impressions Recording Studio (Portland, Oregon)
Learned the technical processes involved with recording and releasing music. Set up and broke down microphones. Routed outboard signal processors and effects, using patch bay and mixing board. Multitracked digital audio using Digital Performer software.

2001 - 2002 : Manager and Head of Technology, Avantgarden (Auburn, California)
Oversaw the installation and management of a completely computerized point-of-sale system. Installed email and telecommunications services. Managed processing and tracking of inventory. Created striking visual product displays. Further developed customer service skills.