 Katrina (Kat) Black |
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Most of my previous actual employment has been financial, managerial and research-based, but then I left the Public Service and have since been self-employed. I've been building websites for about five years while exhibiting as an artist and studying multimedia, film and video production. I prefer to work on informational and/or entertainment sites rather than pure e-commerce sites, as interactivity and efficient provision of information are the aspects of the web about which I am most passionate. My vision for the future of the web is one of access for all, and I am committed to being as inclusive as possible. I most enjoy work where I can use this commitment to best effect, working on sites that are as entertaining and easy-to-use for a newbie as for a web-veteran. Usability is the single most important factor in web design to me, although as an artist I'm also very aware of visual impact and I firmly believe that a site doesn't have to look boring in order to be highly functional. See folio at: retrokat.com. In addition to making sites of my own, I also enjoy passing on the knowledge I've learned. I've recently been focussing on training and assessing website usability. After providing on-the-job training for many years in the Public Service, I have recently gained training and assessment qualifications. This has given me greater understanding of the processes and requirements of providing formal accredited training, which is reflected in the development of my own lesson plans and assessment tools. I've also been undertaking social research, particularly in relation to equity issues on the web. My background as a government Jobcentre Manager in a small rural town has made me acutely aware of the skills-gap between rural and urban communities, and the social impact that can have. I am keen to share the opportunities that technology has given me with others. See: workwest.net. - Kat Black, April 2002 |
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Web
Development & Graphics Office
IT
Administrative Managerial Investigative Marketing
& Publicity Creative
Other |
Video
Streaming for the Web Workshop Multimedia
Certificate Level 4 Independent
Film & Video Production Film
Directing Video
Production Small
Business Management Certificate Sound
Engineering Certificate Various
Tax Law and Management Courses & Workshops
B
Business (not completed),
Hollywood Senior High School Western Australia subjects and grades |
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Peri Beecraft, former gallery curator. Was my art dealer, although she has now moved into editorial work. Gave me my “break” into commercial art exhibition, and worked closely with me on marketing & publicity. Written reference available. Louise Lister, photographer. I was her book-keeper & part-time personal assistant for about three years. Written reference available. Heather Corinna, website editor & developer. I have done some work for Heather's sites, and she is familiar with my own sites also. Can be emailed for comments. Chris
Sumners,
North Sydney College of TAFE. Head
of the Department where I did my Multimedia Certificate, and also one of my senior
lecturers. Written reference available. |
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Jan
1997 - present May
1996 - Dec 1996 Australian Public Service Various during career, including: Statistical Officer Clerical Officer Research Officer Business Taxation Auditor Project & Case Manager Jobcentre Manager |
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I have optimism and energy. By the bucketload. My strong ability to communicate both verbally and in writing has been consistently affirmed by my referees. I am a creative and lateral thinker, and therefore very good at resolving problems. I pick things up easily, and so I adapt to new jobs more quickly than many people. I have a very high level of commitment, and am happy to work long hours if I'm doing work I love (such as the web). I have received a very high level of recognition from management at all stages of my career, and my previous employers have all said that they would be happy to re-employ me. I empathise with a wide range of people, and make people feel at ease. I believe that this is largely because I recognise and admire people's talents, and have a genuine interest in encouraging them to develop those talents. I have a quick sense of humour, and like to have fun with whatever I’m doing. I am particularly interested in working with children, and keen to encourage early development of computer skills. |
Art
Exhibitions "Distorted
Reflections, Misconceptions" Academic Career |
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