About Me



Hello everyone, my name is Mike Watford. I am a web designer/developer currently based out of upstate New York.

I attended NVCC and obtained my A.A.S in Information Systems Technology. Majority of my skills are self taught but I did learn about Photoshop, and other macromedia software such as Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and Flash while in school.

The title of Grumpy Bear was given to me by my wife. She always calls me that when I happen to be in a foul mood. Our friends use it and it has now stuck. So if you see someone in a not so happy moment they "have a serious case of GB".


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  1. Objective

    Apply my current abilities to the position being applied for and utilize my strengths to its full potential. Broaden my knowledge and work experience to meet and exceed the goals of the organization.

  2. Qualifications

    Ability to work with people in a variety of environments. Provide patient and courteous customer service. Cash handling experience, data entry skills and capable of typing 50 words per minute. Knowledge of Windows 2000, XP, Vista and Mac OSX. Experience with Microsoft Front page and Microsoft Office. Macromedia Studio 8 which consists of Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and Flash. Some experience with Adobe Photoshop. Web design languages consist of (X)HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and some ActionScript 2.0-3.0.

  3. Education

    2007 Certificate - Macromedia Web Design, NVCC
    2005 Associate Degree - Information Systems Technology, NVCC
    2005 Certificate - Business Information Technology, NVCC

  4. Employment

    2007-Present HTML Editor, GlobalSpec
    As a HTML Editor my primary responsibility are to assist the Marketing/Newsletter Group with production of weekly and monthly e-newsletter publications and html e-mail campaigns as needed. Work with existing templates and populate with submitted editorial and advertising copy, images, and links. Responsible for formatting all newsletters, editing content for quality and accuracy in addition to checking all links within the newsletter. Works closely with newsletter group editors, traffic managers, and client care to ensure the quality and timely distribution of the newsletters. Expected to understand how to set up newsletters for distribution through GlobalSpec’s e-mail service provider, check for distribution, and review distribution metrics. Also responsible for monitoring the production schedule for all e-newsletters to ensure that the newsletter copy arrives on schedule. Create and manage templates for all e-publishing projects. As well as coordination with IT Department for related projects. Member of the Video/Animation team. Other duties as assigned.

    2007-Present Web Designer, GrumpyBear Design
    Freelance web design and development for individuals and small business. Specializing in (X)HTML/CSS.

    2006-2007 Customer Account Executive-IP Support Rep II, Comcast Communications
    Served as a sales representative for Comcast high speed internet products and services. Handles telephone and E-mail inquiries, covering full range of customer services serviceability, sales, service problems, and billing in a prompt and professional manner. Troubleshoots PC, high speed internet, E-mail/modem problems with customer as well as the VOIP phone service; escalates advanced troubleshooting problems to technical support group when appropriate. Placed in a team lead position if a supervisor is unavailable also assisted with the training of new employees. Represents Comcast in a professional and positive manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

    2002-2006 Shift Supervisor, CVS Pharmacy
    Duties included being in charge of entire crew which at times will consist of up to 8 people. Delegation work and making sure everyone is being productive as well as making sure my own assignments are executed. Responsible for opening and/or closing of the store, handling the all of the money such as deposits, change, etc. If needed I would be in charge of the photo department which included handling customers pictures and making sure the photo machine is running normally. If needed will also help in the pharmacy department. Other duties included running register, working the sales floor, and providing customer service.

    References available upon request.

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