Today I am going to take a break from some of the news to share an interview I recently did with Ivan Novak, a freelance web developer from sunny California.
So what exactly do you do? I’m technically a Front-End Engineer. I work with HTML, Javascript, CSS, Ajax, php, and ruby. I like using jQuery with javascript, CodeIgniter with PHP, and Rails with Ruby.
What kind of services do you provide? I work with talented graphic designers who do the visual design and I execute the vision provided in the visual design and make the program fun and easy to use. I develop custom web applications and WordPress themes. Graphic Designers use artistic programs to design (like photoshop, illustrator and the like) and I use code to design.
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Well, here we are folks, at the conclusion of my conversation with Professional Graphic Designer Ali Rowan. In parts two and three I shared her insight on color usage, design strategy and copyright risks.
To sum everything up, we will conclude with Ali’s recommendations of the top three things to do and not to do when utilizing her provided knowledge. Click here to read more »
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Welcome back to part three of my interesting conversation with Ali Rowan, professional graphic designer.
Last week in part Two, I shared with you the importance of choosing the right colors for your brand. This week we will take a closer look at what Ali has to say about fine tuning your design. Click here to read more »
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Last week I gave you a little intro into the process of designing your personal visual mark. Your logo. Your brand. A unique tool for individualized marketing.
Now, as promised, I have the highlights of my conversation with a professional graphic designer, Ali Rowan. Ali stays up to date with the latest trends and market analysis pertaining to the graphic design field. The advice and insight she shared is invaluable information for anyone looking to make their mark in the freelancing world. Click here to read more »
Name: Karen L. Johnson
Website(s):
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/karenlj
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/areaK
Guru: http://profile.guru.com/244165
Social Media Blog: http://www.imconnections.com
Social Media Vine: http://www.facebook.com/pages/SocialMediaVine/76533698835
Services provided: Primary focus is on Social Media Networking and Marketing to create and expand brand awareness and drive business. Also provide an array of other VA services including internet marketing assistance, administrative assistance, paralegal services, project and product management, basic video creations, light website maintenance, and blog setup and maintenance. Click here to read more »
Lisa Morosky ventures into the world of Virtual Assistance, as reported by fellow blogger ‘Trapped in the Office’. Lisa reports:
While I was browsing Twitter one day, I saw that one of my favorite bloggers had posted a tweet and was looking for a virtual assistant. I’d been interested in the virtual assistant industry for some time, since I have a ton of administrative experience. I thought to myself, “Just any VA couldn’t possible understand all that goes into blogging and what he does. I kind of get it. I’ve done some of what he does.” So, I took a shot in the dark and sent him an email.
This seems to be an overwhelming trend lately, people finding someone that needs help in a sector that they love and extending a helping hand. Read the full story here.
Freelancing is my life. It's what I know, it's what I'm good at, and I can't imagine doing anything else. You can call me "Freddie the Freelancer"… because I'd prefer not to use my real name for reasons that I'll tell you about in a moment.
