Devin Northrup

Web

HTML

Cross browser compatible code, organized files

CSS

I make my sites identical to my Photoshop mockups.

CMS

Wordpress

Setup to theming. My favorite blog/CMS system.

Drupal

For more advanced sites, Drupal is my answer.

Graphic

Photoshop

Everything from graphic design to photo manipulation. I use Photoshop for nearly all of my projects.

Illustrator

Although I'm not a vector artist, I find myself using Illustrator more and more for projects which lend themselves to vector art.

InDesign

Remained a hidden secret to me for many years. Now it's my default for creating publications.

Video and Motion

After Effects

This program is what started it all for me. I use it for motion graphics, special effects, color correction, and more.

Final Cut Pro

My default for editing video. I like the pro features, miss the integration that Premiere offers.

Premiere

My media journey started with Premiere. I still use it for project with lots of back and forth with After Effects.

Apple Color

The gem of the Final Cut Studio. Coloring and correcting footage in Color is addicting, fun, and easy.

Education

B.A. International Cultural Studies – Brigham Young University–Hawaii

Emphasis: Communication and Culture

Minor: Instructional Design and Development

My major is unique, so here is my explanation of what this degree means. The courses I took included communication theory, anthropology, cultures of Polynesia, conflict resolution, organizational communication, international communication, and more. I feel this degree helped me to become a critical thinker and effective communicator.

My minor was focused on using multimedia tools for instruction and education, such as the creation of online curriculum. I was able to waive the classes teaching skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Final Cut Pro and focus more on the project oriented classes

Multimedia Specialist

• Project manager and designer for a successful university website redesign. Designed the home page and sub-page templates. Worked with web team to integrate new design into the Drupal CMS. Led research and testing during various stages in the redesign.
• Created a television marketing campaign with three unique commercials. Worked with producer to film, edit, and package commercials. Created all motion graphics for commercials.
• Conceived and implemented a social media marketing campaign for the university. Addressed university concerns in both internal and external communication situations. Launched successful Facebook presence for BYU-Hawaii.
• Worked as motion graphic designer and editor for 5 documentaries, including the design of title sequences, lower thirds, and credits.

Freelance Work

• Created an international clientele with a wide variety of needs requiring multimedia expertise.
• Developed multiple web design and marketing projects, as well as the creation portfolio webpages for work associates. Used CMS to ensure the clients could easily manage their own sites.
• Graphic design projects including logo creation, packaging, posters, and identity packages.
• Video projects including corporate videos, instructional presentations, and commercials. Noteworthy client: Sundance Resort, Utah. Motion graphics design including title sequences, credits, commercials, and web banners.

Adjunct Professor

• Taught an introductory course called "Intro to After Effects" while still a student at BYU–Hawaii
• Developed supplemental online traning material to assist students with learning After Effects
• Planned entire course and including lessons plans, asisgnments, and evaluations
• Although the class proved successful, it was discontinued due to the difficulty of approving a student taught class

Motion Graphic Designer

• Created channel branding animations for BYU–TV
• Refined skills in After Effects and Final Cut Pro through varied projects ranging from commerials to title sequences.

PC Technician

• Certified to troubleshoot and repair Windows XP and Vista computers
• Posted better sales figures than 95% of the sales team
• Received store recognition for superior customer support

Daniel Skaf

Professor, Freelance Videographer

Over the past few years, I had the opportunity to know Devin not only as a student, but also as colleague on a multimedia project for BYU Hawaii. Devin is an intelligent and personable young man whose advanced creative ability sets him apart from the pool of talented media students at BYU Hawaii. His creativity in expressing ideas through video, graphic design and websites is outstanding. I recommend him for any future job due to his professional work ethic, sense of personal responsibility, and positive attitude.

Jinendra Jinadasa

Web Architect, BYU-Hawaii

Devin Northrup has been our redesign project manager for Brigham Young University-Hawaii since June 2009. He is a very dedicated and talented individual. His knowledge of web 2.0 standards, skills in web and graphics design, and video editing has been a tremendous contribution to our redesign project. Devin is never hesitant to take up a challenge and learn new technologies. I am confident that Devin will excel in any field.

Duane Roberts

Dir of Communications, BYU-Hawaii

Devin is a highly motivated, multi-talented young man who has remarkable skills in multi-media production including professional broadcast productions and computer graphics. I would recommend Devin for any professional position requiring someone with not only great technical skills, but a very well developed sense of aesthetics as well.

Jason Faga

Special Instructor, BYU-Hawaii

Devin is an enthusiastic and highly-motivated individual that enjoys learning. He is honest, hard-working, and a great team player. Devin also understands how to utilize his talents, research abilities, and skills to provide solutions to projects he is involved with. I would highly recommend Devin to any company interested in hiring him.

Terrence Kau

Marketing and Publicity Coordinator, Ke Alaka'i

Devin is an amazing multimedia specialist! I've worked with many others and have never seen as much talent all packaged into one. My time and experience with Devin proved to be of great worth. Due to his commitment to excel, he has what it takes to produce outstanding results. If anyone is look for a Mr. Fantastic, he is one of them on top of my lists for recommend.

Derek Marquis

Managing Director, BYU Broadcasting

Devin is a million watt lightbulb--the brightest of the bright!! BYU Broadcasting employs approximately 80 fulltime professionals and over 200 part-time employees. I can say without hesitation that Devin is a star and among the most dedicated and talented we've worked with. His creativity and talent came through with every media project entrusted him. It is my pleasure to give him my highest recommendation.

Randy Rawe

Interstitial Producer, BYU Broadcasting

Devin was an excellent asset for creating great looking on-air spots. He has an exemplary work ethic, a great sense of humor, and is a lot of fun to work with. I highly recommend him and hope to work with him again.