About Anna

Hi! My name is Anna Ahearn, and I am a web & graphic designer based in Indianapolis, Indiana. I am a graduate of Purdue University with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Graphics Technology and a minor in Art & Design.

I strive to make my designs creative, striking, and usable. Each of my sites is hand coded and designed based on the client's individual needs.

When I’m not busy designing and developing websites, you might find me drawing, reading, going to concerts, or playing some iPhone games!





Coursework

Computer Graphics Technology

  • Advanced Web Programming, Development And Data (2009)
  • Contemporary Problems In Applied Computer Graphics (2008)
  • Professional Practices (2008)
  • Digital Video And Audio (2008)
  • Dynamic Content Development I (2008)
  • Principles of Interactive and Dynamic Media (2007)
  • Internship in Computer Graphics Technology (2007)
  • Vector Imaging for Computer Graphics (2007)
  • Multimedia Writing (2007)
  • Introduction to C++ Language Programming (2007)
  • Raster Imaging for Computer Graphics (2006)
  • Introduction to Computer Animation (2006)
  • Human Computer Interface Theory & Design (2006)
  • Geometric Modeling Visualization & Communication (2006)
  • Internet Foundation Technology & Development (2006)
  • Introduction to Computer Graphics Technology (2005)
  • Design Visualization & Communication (2005)
  • Sketch Visualization & Communication (2005)

Art & Design

  • Painting I (2009)
  • Art Appreciation (2009)
  • Drawing II (2008)
  • History of Art Since 1400 (2008)
  • Design I (2007)

Other

  • Introduction To Cognitive Psychology (2009)
  • Management Of Human Resources (2008)
  • Introduction to Market Analysis (2008)
  • Legal Background for Business I (2008)
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation (2007)
  • Personal Finance (2007)
  • Elementary Statistical Methods (2007)
  • Principles of Persuasion (2007)
  • General Physics (2007)
  • Introduction to Fiction (2006)
  • General Entomology (2006)
  • Fundamentals of Speech (2006)
  • Visual Basic Programming (2006)
  • Principles of Economics (2006)
  • Accelerated First Year Composition (2005)
  • Elementary Psychology (2005)
  • Women in Technology (2005)

Testimonials

"ChronoSoft's new design is the result of a collaborative project between Anna Ahearn and myself. She did most of the hard work you see here, but was also very flexible in allowing me to tweak graphics and HTML/CSS where I wanted as well. If you're in the market for web design services I highly recommend getting in touch with Anna- she delivers hand written code, prompt service, and reasonable rates! You can find out more about her at http://www.annaahearn.com/"

- Kevin Hill (Chronosoft)

"Anna did an excellent job building our website. We had to work with her via email but that was never a barrier- she understood our concept from the very beginning and was extremely thorough in her approach. There were never any doubts as to how our website would turn out in the end, she took us through the process step at a time making sure that we were satisfied with every new addition. It was truly a joy to work with her and we were very pleased with the outcome. I would highly recommend her!"

- Alexis Anbari (Adornments)

"Anna was a Student Developer/Designer in our office and had the rare ability to combine both a talent for coding with an eye for visual design. No matter the project I always felt comfortable with trusting Anna's intuition. She became a valuable resource not only to my area of web development, but also to our design group as she was capable of design and layout of various print pieces that were thrown at her.

Add to all of the above her professionalism, her ability to work well under the pressure of deadlines and a talent to bring humor into her work and she became a truly valuable asset to our group."

- Martin Sickafoose (Purdue University)

"It was a pleasure to work with Anna while she was at the Engineering Communications Office, as she was very focused and talented. Her work was such that I hired her to do some private work on my personal web site, and I was glad I did so. She will make an excellent employee or freelancer for those who need the work done quickly and well"

- Blake Powers (Purdue University)





Resume

Employment


  • Digital Artist (October 2009-Present)
    Blue Fedora Studios
    • Creating graphics for the flash MMO game Mall or Nothing
    • Created website for Mall or Nothing
    • Art for iPhone game in development

  • Web/Graphic Developer (February 2011-May 2011)
    Chronosoft
    • Design consulting & coding of company website

  • Graphic Artist (January 2011-February 2011)
    Andrew Cowart of Metova
    • Created graphics to appear on a BlackBerry Playbook app called "Big Goals"

  • Web/Graphic Developer (October 2009-June 2010)
    Lafayette Interior Fashions
    • Redesigned & coded company website
    • Created web banner ads and Flash pieces

  • Student Web/Graphic Designer (September 2007-June 2009)
    Engineering Communications Office, Purdue University
    • Updated and created graphics for Purdue Engineering websites
    • Created various print media for Purdue Engineering promotions & events

  • Webmaster (August 2008-November 2008)
    Adornments
    • Designed & coded new website

  • Graphic Artist (February 2008-April 2008)
    The Founding Collegians
    • Created graphics to appear on a card game

  • Student Desktop Publisher (March 2007-July 2007)
    School Datebooks
    • Formatted planner and calendar pages for printing using Adobe InDesign

Education & Activities


  • Purdue University (West Lafayette, IN)
    • Bachelor of Science
    • Major: Computer Graphics Technology
    • Minor: Art & Design

Programs/Languages Known


  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Dreamweaver
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Flash
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe After Effects
  • HTML/XHTML
  • CSS
  • ActionScript
  • ASP
  • PHP
  • SQL Server & MySQL


References Available Upon Request