David Allen

Program Manager

West Lafayette, IN, USA
*Movement*
The world around us is constantly changing. Whether it is that new gadget that we just bought, which is now obsolete, or it is how age can influence our life; change is happening - the clock is moving forward.

The western culture has been described as a constantly moving society. This can be attributed to the impact of the media as it informs, updates or addresses the people instantly; there is movement, change is everywhere. Through films, television and the Internet one can see the underlying stories that reflect the culture that embodies our society. Everything in our society feeds into the story that ultimately defines us as a unique culture.

Movement, time, and process have always fascinated me, and the idea of societal or individual evolution has influenced my work greatly. In my artwork I strive to explore the concept of change through printed images, animations and interactive experiences that convey this idea. Digital media provides a unique level of accessibility to the public at large – this being a rather revolutionary means of art that is part of the constantly changing force we are exposed to every day.

Work Experience

Purdue University, Marketing Communications

Program Manager

October 2020 - Present Indiana, United States

Purdue University, Marketing And Media

Senior Project Manager, Web Development

- Lead project teams to define scope of work for client needs
- Manage project life cycle for the development of university web sites
- Create production schedules to keep projects on track with benchmark dates
- Create and manage web site assets for design, copy writing and development
- Manage content strategy and search engine optimization for web sites where needed
- Oversee the creation and finalization of web projects in Cascade content management system
- Quality control - verify web site content, design, HTML/CSS, graphics, analytics and accessibility
- Manage the creation of in house and client training resources
- Supervise interns in the development of web applications, web sites and digital marketing materials
- Identify outsourcing partners for web development and manage workflow with such partners
- Liaison with Information Technology at Purdue to setup web services and research enterprise services
- Develop and refine digital team operational processes to optimize workflow
October 2014 - September 2020 Indiana, United States

Purdue University, Marketing And Media

Senior Web Designer-Producer

- Oversee the creation and finalization of websites produced for clients of Purdue Marketing and Media
- Create individual site production schedules and ensure that the project teams are on track with benchmark dates
- Gather and package assets for site developers
- Create site assets and handle site design where needed
- Website quality control
- Help implement and utilize analytics for site improvements
- Manage interns in the development of web sites and electronic marketing materials
July 2012 - October 2014 Indiana, United States

David M. Allen - Media Design

Owner/Developer

Projects include interactive media production, animation, print design, illustration, web design, branding, and digital video editing. Handle all aspects of contract-based business, including: customer service, business development, accounting, and training.

Recent Clients include: Purdue University, Pathways To Performance, Inc., Campus Guild Consulting, Inc., and Nauman, Desmond & Associates
April 2009 - January 2014 Indiana, United States

Information Technology At Purdue

Educational Technologist, Teaching and Learning Initiatives

- Collaborate with faculty on course development projects in areas such as web development, interactive media development, instructional design, and evaluation of instructional outcomes
- Provide professional services to faculty and staff supporting the teaching and learning mission of the university
- Investigate emerging technologies for use with instruction at the university
- Conduct consultations with faculty, staff, and students.
- Promote services through the design of digital marketing materials, blogging and social media
- Supervise student trainers in the preparation and implementation of custom instructional workshops (2011 - 2012)
- Supervise student developers in the design and implementation of instructional tools and applications for the university (2009 - 2011)
July 2009 - July 2012 Indiana, United States

Purdue University, School Of Pharmacy

Director, Multimedia Resources Center

- Design and develop interactive instructional media for publication on CD-ROM and the internet
- Create research-based scientific illustrations and animations for publication
- Implement and instruct training workshops to assist faculty, staff, and students in the preparation and creation of presentations and print publications.
- Graphic design and publication of brochures, booklets, and DVDs for recruitment and School related promotional events
- Identify and pursue research funding opportunities for the development of instructional media
- Manage student workers in the creation of computer-based instructional media
- Instruct Pharm.D. and Nursing students in the use of multimedia equipment
- Chair, Multimedia Recruitment Materials Task Force (2007-2009)
- Design, develop, and manage the School of Pharmacy and Pharmacal Sciences multimedia instructional computer facility (1998-2005)
- Design and manage School of Pharmacy world-wide-web presence (1996-1999)
July 2006 - June 2009 Indiana, United States

The Art Institute Of Pittsburgh/Online

Adjunct Faculty

- Instruct 5.5 week online courses: Illustration, Digital Illustration and Digital Image Manipulation
- Evaluate student work in course related projects and assignments
- Advise students in professional career development
May 2005 - December 2007 Pennsylvania, United States

School Of Pharmacy And Pharmaceutical Sciences, Purdue University

Instructional Media Designer

- Design and develop interactive instructional media for publication on CD-ROM and the internet
- Design, develop, and manage School of Pharmacy world-wide-web presence
- Instruct training workshops on multimedia application development
- Identify research funding opportunities for instructional media development
July 1992 - July 1996 Indiana, United States

Education

Purdue University

Master of Arts - MA, Fine Art and 3D Animation

Concentration in digital aesthetic with 3D computer animation and modeling.

• "Growth of Society," Digital Imagery. Honorable Mention Award, Festival of Interactive Digital Environments, Arts and Storytelling, April 26, 2003
• "Invasion," Digital Animation. Honorable Mention Award, Festival of Interactive Digital Environments, Arts and Storytelling, April 26, 2003
• "Invasion," Digital Animation. First Prize Award, First Annual DLC iMovie Contest, April 3, 2003
• "Elemental Worlds," Graduate Thesis Exhibition. Feb. 24-28, 2003
August 1998 - May 2003 Indiana, United States

Purdue University

Bachelor of Arts - BA, Fine Art and Design

Concentration in graphic design and drawing.

• "New World Order," Digital Imagery. SIGGRAPH S.P.A.C.E. Competition, premiere at McCormick Place, Chicago IL. Various venues July 1, 1992 to July 1, 1993
• President, Delta Phi Delta Fine Art Club 1990-92
• "Collage 332," Intaglio Print. First Prize Award, Delta Phi Delta Fine Art Student Show, April 1992
August 1987 - May 1992 Indiana, United States

Purdue University

Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Technical Graphics

Concentration in technical drawing and illustration.

• Treasurer, Computer Graphics Society 1990-91
• "Orange Crush Can" Acrylic Painting. Best of Show, Computer Graphics Society Student Show, February 1990
August 1987 - May 1992 Indiana, United States

Awards

The Academy Of Interactive & Visual Arts - 14th Annual Davey Awards

Silver Award - Feature Categories-Best Home Page

2018

The Academy Of Interactive & Visual Arts - 12th Annual W3 Awards

W3 Silver Award - General Website, Marketing

2017

Educational Digital Marketing Awards

Silver Award - Microsite

2016

The American Advertising Federation - North Central Indiana

Silver ADDY Award - Online/Interactive, Websites, Consumer

2015

The North American Association Of Summer Sessions

Creative and Innovative Award, Marketing Strategies (more than 7500)

2014

Educational Digital MarketingAwards

Gold Award - Microsite

2014

Graphic Design USA

American Web Design Award

2014

The American Advertising Federation - North Central Indiana

Best in Show ADDY Award - Electronic: Out-of-Home, Interior Animation

2013

Education Digital Marketing Awards

Gold Award - Mobile Media

2013

The American Advertising Federation - North Central Indiana

Silver ADDY Award - Advertising Campaign

2013

The American Advertising Federation - North Central Indiana

Silver ADDY Award , Advertising campaign

2012

Indiana Arts Commission

Individual Artist Grant Award

2005

Festival Of Interactive Digital Environments, Arts And Storytelling

Digital Imagery - Honorable Mention Award

2003

DLC IMovie Contest

Digital Animation - First Prize Award.

2003

Purdue University

Multimedia Instructional Development Grant

1998

South Bend Memorial Hospital

Digital Imagery - First Prize Award

1998

Skills

Acrobat, Black Board, Confluence, CSS, Director, Dreamweaver, Flash, Html/xhtml, Illustrator, Indesign, JavaScript, Lightwave 3D, MAYA, Photoshop, Project Management,