Collin Rudkin

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts
Fall 2009 - Spring 2013, Summa Cum Laude (4.0 GPA)
Anderson University, Anderson, Ind.

Technology

• Highly proficient in JavaScript and related frameworks, libraries, and platforms (React, Node, Express, jQuery, EJS, etc.)
• Highly proficient in HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, and SCSS/Sass
• Proficient with MongoDB data/database management, and familiar with SQL
• Proficient in version control via Git/Github (command line and web) and cross-browser testing
• Proficient in full-stack web app deployment, esp. Heroku
• Proficient in Photoshop and the full Adobe creative suite
• Proficient in Asana and other project management software
• Familiar with PHP, Python and C++
• Fluent in Windows, Linux and Mac OS X, including command line interfaces

Experience

12 years HTML + CSS: developing and maintaining website front-ends using HTML + CSS.
7 years JavaScript: front- and back-end, including extensive work with a variety of modern frameworks and libraries.
1 year Python: scripting for workplace automation and logistics.
4 years C++: embedded systems/microcontrollers.

Professional Skills

Analytical problem solving – Proficiency in diagnosing and solving complex problems across varying disciplines, and ability to independently address novel problems with research and troubleshooting.

New skill acquisition – Consistently able to quickly acquire new skills, technologies and languages; strong, language-agnostic desire to continue learning and applying latest tools and best practices.

Communication – Experience with team-oriented environments, public presentations and public speaking; outgoing demeanor with ability to facilitate productive group synergy.

Writing – Extensive experience writing in various styles from journalistic to academic to technical. Command of language and the ability to tailor its use appropriately to specific needs, including product documentation.

Currently working as:

Front-end engineer for the Geological Society of America
2018–present, 5 years