Currently working as Head of Technology at Lightmaker UK, my experience spans development, management, strategy and sales. I have over 6 years commercial experience in web development along with an academic foundation gained from studying with Northumbria University in Newcastle as well as with the Open University.

Development-wise, I have experience in a wide range of areas including (but not limited to) several server-side languages, database design and development, as well as front-end development. My experience is very much development over design and I would never claim to be a designer, however I do enjoy dabbling on occasion outside of my day job.

I am currently venturing into the world of speaking, and spoke at events in Paris and Brussels in May 2011. I would love to do more speaking in the future, so please get in touch if you would like to discuss any opportunities. In addition to speaking at events aimed at industry professionals I am especially keen to encourage more young people to get involved in the industry, and as such have given talks at Hillview School for Girls, as well as Brunel University.

2007-2008: Open University, UK
Honours Degree Achieved: Bsc (Hons) Open (Internet Computing) - First Class

2003-2006: Northumbria University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
Diploma of Higher Education Achieved: DipHE Internet Computing (Including Distinction in Industrial Placement year)

1997-2003: Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar School, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, UK
A Levels Achieved: 3 (Information Technology - A, Geography - A, Mathematics - B)
AS Levels Achieved: 1 (Philosophy & Ethics - B)
GCSEs Achieved: 10 (All at A*/A grade including Maths, English, IT)

1989-1996: British International School, Jakarta, Indonesia

As part of my work with Lightmaker UK I have worked with clients including Electronic Arts, the David Beckham Academy, JK Rowling, Disney Interactive Studios, Innocent Drinks, Manchester United, The Chelsea Club, Sony Entertainment, Pitcher & Piano, NHSBT, The FA, The LTA, Yamaha, and Phaidon Press, along with several UK government websites and many others. Sadly some work is unable to be featured as part of a public personal portfolio, so please visit the Lightmaker website or contact me for more details. For more information on the work that can be viewed, please visit the Lightmaker section.

In a freelance capacity I have worked with clients including Advanced Healthcare Technology, GoodBooks, Machines Don't Care, Rogue States, Science Fiction Theatre, Loris Stavrinides, Adam Froggatt, Marc Burrows, The Men That Will Not Be Blemed For Nothing, Glow Photography, MyExperiment, Star Street, and Matt Lee. For more information please visit the work section.

January 2011 - Adobe Community Professional

2009 - NMA Effectiveness Awards
Winner of the Entertainment category with Lightmaker UK and the Electronic Arts 'Spore' website - worked on the project as Head Developer

October 2009 - Interactive Media Awards™
Winner of 'Best in Class' - Games Industry category with Lightmaker UK and the Electronic Arts 'Spore' website - worked on the project as Head Developer.
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2009 - Sitecore CMS Certified Sales Course

In my spare time I pursue a wide range of interests in addition to carrying out freelance work. These include photography, learning Japanese, gaming, collecting records, urban vinyl, skiing, playing football, playing guitar, films, good food and wine, comics, and live music. In my youth I lived in Jakarta, Indonesia for 8 years which has left me with the (somewhat rusty) ability to speak Indonesian along with a great fondness for travel.

For a full CV, or for further information about anything mentioned above please get in touch.