Resume
SUMMARY
Dynamic individual seeks career in multimedia communication education to empower students via new media technology.
HIGHLIGHTED SKILLS
Technical Education
Digital Communication
Technical Support
Conflict Resolution
Organizational Management
Information Systems
Media Design
Budget Creation & Maintenance
Multimedia Management
Video & Audio Production
Website Technology
Adobe Creative Cloud
Microsoft Office
iPad & Mobile Technology
Public Relations
Journalism
Photography
EXPERIENCE
Cara Cottingham Photography
Vancouver, Washington— 2000 – current
Journalism, fine art, event, and portrait photography. Darkroom. Digital. Motion. Graphic. Web. Print.
Educated in photography at Hudson’s Bay High School, Clark College, Washington State University. Member of the Inner Light Photographic Society. Published in The Vancouver Vector, Vancouver Voice, Salmon Creek Journal. Exhibitions include Angst Gallery, The North Bank Gallery, The Camerawork Gallery, Tryckpress Gallery, The Alberta Street Gallery, Concordia Library.
Cara Cottingham Multimedia and Web Services / Kouv.org
Vancouver, Washington— 2011 – current
Providing multimedia creation and web support for businesses including graphic design, web design/management, e-commerce, SEO, video production, professional photography & animation. Clients include YWCA Clark County, Elements of Health & Wellness, Angst Gallery, Moe’s Barbershop, American Airlines, Shared Hope International, Vancouver Pie Company, Columbia Watershed Environmental Advocates, Listening Planet, Astara Yoga & Healing Arts, and more.
Substitute Teacher, Vancouver School District #37
Vancouver, Washington — 2016 – current
- COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGIES (V100100)
A dynamic opportunity to teach a wide range of subjects to students of various abilities and ages. Specializing in both media technology and special education at a high school level.
Locations: GATE House, Hudson’s Bay, Hough Elementary.
Sub Media Clerk, Vancouver School District #37
Vancouver, Washington — 2015 – current
Assisted with cataloging and circulation of books, textbooks, and iPads. Learned the system intake process for new books from box to shelf. Provided technical and research assistance to patrons. Locations: Vancouver School of Arts and Academics, Skyview, and Columbia River.
Sub Special Program Paraeducator, Vancouver School District #37
Vancouver, Washington — 2015 – current
Teaching students of various abilities and ages. Used strategies for supporting students experiencing Autism. One-on-one teaching of developmentally delayed high school students, as guided by their individualized education plan. Locations: Hudson’s Bay, Fort Vancouver, GATE House, Hough Elementary.
Webmaster & Multimedia Communications Specialist, Shared Hope International
Vancouver, Washington — 2011 – 2014
Contract position providing website content management and technical support for a multi-million dollar non-profit organization. Coordinated fundraising emails, event registration forms, volunteer program registration, online donation forms, online store, and online resources. Tracked web traffic analytics and national news media mentions. Executed promotional photography & video editing.
Accomplishments
Assisted in CRM transfer from antiquated system to Salesforce.
Audited information systems. Implemented time-saving automations.
Provided skilled assistance to finance & communications departments as well as the executive director.
Video Conference Operator, Washington State University
Vancouver, Washington — 2009 – 2011
Operated a control room for live video classes interacting between campuses. Used analog audio & video controls to ensure students and teachers could interact via the high-quality live stream. Assisted teachers with prepared multimedia materials & technical problem-solving. Most classes were graduate level, providing a remarkable opportunity to learn about advanced topics including engineering management, business, psychology, administration, and special education.
Station Manager, KOUG Radio – Washington State University
Vancouver, Washington — 2009 – 2010
Managed a college radio station and the many dynamic individuals within it.
Rebuilt the station from the ground up. Created an organizational structure, job descriptions, business & marketing plan. Managed budgets (facilities & operations), event calendars, and the training directors & volunteers with equipment usage. Was available by phone 24 hours a day for technical issues.
Accomplishments
Hired & managed 7 paid director positions, and over 60 Volunteers
Updated & refurbished the facilities to meet digital radio requirements
Copy Center Associate, Staples
Vancouver, Washington — 2007 – 2008
Operated color laser printers, copiers, wide-format inkjet photo printers, laminators, folding & binding machines, faxing, and performed finishing services. Graphic design and print preparation for business cards, flyers, posters, name tags, trading cards, notebooks, manuals, booklets, newsletters, brochures, books, and more.
EDUCATION
Cascadia Tech Academy
Washington State CTE Teaching Certificate — 2016 – Present
Certification in progress for Computer Technologies.
(V100100) Business & Industry Route.
Washington State University Vancouver
BA in Humanities – Creative Media & Digital Culture – Fine Arts — 2008 – 2011
Multimedia Authoring, Technical Writing, Animation, Video Production, User Interface Design, Digital Archiving, Internet Radio.
Clark College
Associates of Arts Degree — 2002 – 2005
Areas of Focus: Darkroom / Digital Photography, Biology, English.