Hello! My name is Carlos Edwin Estremera. I am currently pursuing my Bachelor's in Graphic Communications and Production Management at New York City College of Technology in Brooklyn, NY. Though I am learning in school, I have obtained some work experience in graphic design as well as web design. Here is a bit of information about who I am.

Digital imaging and document creation is my greatest desire, whether for print or for web. I was introduced to digital imaging and the Web during my junior year at High School for Arts and Business in Corona, Queens NY. In high school I learned about Visual J++ Programming, 3D animation, Adobe Photoshop, and the World Wide Web. This experience stirred up in me the passion to create personal web pages.

As I advanced in web searching, I came across different websites that offered information or services to allow creation of personal web pages for free. Thus, I began my journey through the web design world.

Throughout my years in web design research and experience, I have done a variety of websites either through html coding, WYSIWYG editors, and, one of today's most popular methods, using PHP/MySQL content management systems off of web host servers.

I have also worked around using Adobe Flash by using SwishMAX instead for my flash animations. It is sort of a WYSIWYG for Flash; it breaks the steps down and writes most of the ActionScript for you. I AM, however, learning Flash on my own little by little.

My main method for website creation is using a PHP/MySQL generated CMS. The CMS's are usually customizable through CSS and html templates, and provides a quick head start into implementing content in a flash. Nevertheless, I am eager to learn PHP and other programming languages to eventually design my own content management system.

After noticing my talent in digital imaging for web, several acquaintances of mine challenged my skills by offering me jobs in producing print media for their personal use or small businesses. These challenges allowed me to apply my knowledge of desktop publishing to practical use.

Last summer, I had the privilege of being one of the first graphic communications interns at my job, The Foundation Center. This opportunity helped in giving me a taste of the production world.

Aside from being a graphic designer, I am also a musician as well as had experience in performing arts, and I am part of the department of communications for a non-profit religious organization.

One of my expectations is to apply this variety of skills of mine into engaging an all-around non-profit international religious organization for youth; having my own organization with a design firm, web site, newsletter, community services, and more.

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EXPERIENCE:.
	January 2006-Present :: The Foundation Center :: New York, NY Editorial Associate, Guide to U.S. Foundations - Publishing Research, edit, proofread and perform data entry for reference books, CD-ROMs and online products :: Maintain currency and accuracy of foundation database; perform book editorial and production tasks as assigned
	2006-Present :: Association of Youth Ambassadors of Christ :: South Central, NY, District Vice-President Manage and lead district board of directors for youth groups of 28 churches :: Participate in the development of religious, counseling, and recreational activities and programs for all youth groups :: Represent the district in all youth and non-youth events and functions locally, district-wide, regionally, and internationally
	1998-Present :: Pentecostal Church of God, IM :: Hollis, NY Director of Public Relations Greet and collect information from guests :: Maintain database of visitor and member personal information :: Maintain calendar of events and website :: Assist in promoting activities by means of newsletters, flyers, banners, etc.
	Aug-Dec 2005 :: The Foundation Center :: New York, NY Editorial Assistant, Grants Processing Maintain currency and accuracy of foundation database; perform book editorial and production tasks as assigned
	June-Aug 2005 :: The Foundation Center :: New York, NY Graphic Communications Intern Use desktop publishing applications (QuarkXPress, Photoshop, PowerPoint) to format flyers, newsletters, workbooks, brochures, posters, and presentations :: Perform HTML coding and image formatting for intranet site :: Prepare files for printers; traffic proofs; maintain archives
	2001-2005 :: The Foundation Center :: New York, NY Educational Services Clerk Assist with generating, printing and assembling of materials for educational programs :: Perform data entry of training attendance statistics into database and generate monthly reports :: Maintain the monthly calendar :: Maintain training registration and statistics database
	2000-2001 :: The Foundation Center :: New York, NY Library Clerk Assist with assembling/mailing of materials for library and outreach programs; perform other library tasks as requested :: Process and file pamphlet, vertical file and annual report material in library :: Process new library materials under the supervision of Bibliographic Services staff; photocopying material for vertical files, tattle taping books for the library and adding call numbers
EDUCATION:.
	2004-Present :: New York City College of Technology :: Brooklyn, NY Pursuing BA degree in Graphic Communications and Production Management (62 credits; Passed City University of New York Proficiency Exam)
	1996-2000 :: High School for Arts and Business :: Corona, NY Majored in Art :: Graduated with Honors :: Received Advancement in Technology Award by Melcom, Inc.