Ian Kasley
7327 Schmidt Lane
El Cerrito, CA 94530
415.462.1634
ian@kasley.com
Skills / Qualifications
Excellent
problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Extensive experience using,
configuring and troubleshooting a wide range of PC and Macintosh
hardware, software and peripherals. (including printers, digital still
and video cameras, projectors, external storage devices, etc.)
Network
installation, troubleshooting and administration; including firewall,
switch and router configuration, UTP, coaxial and fiber-optic cabling
installation, termination and testing, 802.11 wireless network design
and implementation. Telephone, CATV and security system installation.
Customer
service oriented with a patient demeanor and an ability to convey
technical concepts and information to users in a non-threatening,
jargon-free manner. Quick learner, detail oriented and possessing of
strong verbal and written communication skills.
Software Proficiency
Multi-platform
literate with proficiency in Microsoft Windows (3.1/9x/NT/2000/XP), Mac
OS (6.x-9.x, OS X 10.3, Client and Server), Linux, OpenBSD, FreeBSD,
Solaris, PocketPC and PalmOS.
Familiarity
with a wide variety of software applications on multiple platforms,
including office/productivity, (MS Office, AppleWorks, FileMaker Pro)
desktop/electronic publishing (Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat,
QuarkXPress, Dreamweaver) audiovisual content creation (ProTools, BIAS
Peak, SoundForge, Premiere, iMovie, Final Cut Pro), server (Apache, OS
X and ASIP Servers, Windows 2000 Server, etc.), remote management
(Timbuktu, Windows and Apple Remote Desktop implementations, VNC)
network diagnostic (Ethereal, NMAP, Netstumbler, ping, traceroute), and
imaging/mass deployment tools (Symantec Ghost, Apple Software Restore,
Carbon Copy Cloner)
Experience
1999-Present
Independent Computer Consulting
SF Bay Area, CA
Technology assessment and support for individual, business and
educational clients, including hardware and software installation,
configuration and upgrading. Troubleshooting, virus and spyware
eradication, data backup and recovery. Purchasing and upgrade
recommendations. Personal coaching in computer literacy, application
usage and internet basics. Wired and wireless network design,
installation and security auditing. Web site creation, internet domain
setup and management.
2002-2003
Oakland Unified School District
Educational Technologist
Oakland, CA
Managed instructional technology for a group of 30+ elementary and
middle schools, providing desktop and network support, staff training
and long range technology planning.
Worked
with schools and their staff to assess their technology needs and
develop appropriate purchasing recommendations. Performed
administration and maintenance of desktop and server computer systems
at assigned schools through regular on-site visits, telephone and eMail
consultation as well as by utilizing remote management tools. Performed
training in basic-to-intermediate computer and networking concepts,
application usage, methods for integrating technology into the
curriculum, preventive maintenance and common troubleshooting
techniques. Coordinated with local computer reuse organizations such as
Access 2 Technology (see below) and The Oakland Technology Exchange to
place quality refurbished hardware in underserved schools a little or
no cost.
2000-Present
Access 2 Technology
Project Technical Lead
Oakland, CA
The Access 2 Technology Project is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization
working to increase computer literacy in low-income areas through the
use of refurbished equipment and a unique, hands-on curriculum where
participants gain first-hand knowledge about how computers work and how
to apply math and science concepts to real-world problem solving.
Diagnosis
and repair of donated equipment, creation of streamlined software
deployment tools, installation of equipment in classrooms, labs and
community computer centers, network wiring, maintaining documentation
of project procedures, supervision of student volunteer workers, and
administration of project's file, web and eMail servers.
2000-2001
Berkeley Unified School District
Senior Technologist
Berkeley, CA
Served as Senior Technologist for The Teacher Led Technology Challenge,
(TLTC) a federally funded technology integration challenge grant
project covering grades K-8, with a focus on accommodating the needs of
students who learn differently.
Managed
over 1000 Macintosh and Windows desktop systems and multiple servers
through on-site visits, telephone and eMail consultation, identified
and resolved network issues, administered project's website, maintained
equipment inventory database, created written and electronic
documentation for project procedures, and identified software and
hardware conflicts and worked closely with vendors to resolve them.
1998
Chevron USA
Web Producer
Houston, TX
Created and maintained websites for use on company intranet. Converted
pre-existing materials into web-based presentations, implementing
standardized document templates and digital image manipulation and
optimization for web and print delivery.
1997
Wire-In Communications
Web Producer
Houston, TX
Designed websites and developed article templates for online music and
movie magazine ventures. Edited and optimized audio and video content
for online delivery in various streaming formats.
1996-1997
KPFT 90.1 Pacifica Radio
Houston, TX
Engineering, writing, voiceover work. Co-host and writer for weekly
free-form radio show incorporating experimental music, found sound and
audio collage. Production of station identification spots, public
service announcements and news & interview segments.
Education
1999
Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL
Interdisciplinary study focusing on new media, audio/visual arts and computer technology.
1995-97
The Art Institute of Houston
Houston, TX
Media Arts Program. Focus on audio and video production techniques.
1995
North Harris Montgomery Community Colleges
Houston, TX
Courses in desktop publishing applications (Adobe Photoshop,
QuarkXPress, Illustrator, etc.), Unix operating systems, photography.
Other Activities
Multitrack
digital audio recording. Music and sound design for film, radio,
multimedia and installations. Voiceover work for radio, television and
multimedia.