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Who Am I & Where Did I Come From?

So here is just a little bit about me, from anything school & design related things to completely random facts.

pink_bullet I am Nicholas Kauffman.
pink_bullet I also go by Nick.
pink_bullet I am graduating in May 2011 from Philadelphia University.
pink_bullet I will have a Bachelor's Degree in Interactive Design & Media.
pink_bullet I will also receive a Minor in Photography.
pink_bullet I started college for Architecture, but found a bigger interest
in the web world.
pink_bullet I like to learn new things and make them work.
pink_bullet I am one of five kids.
pink_bullet I grew up in the Gettysburg area.
pink_bullet I enjoy running & working out.
pink_bullet I play the bass, & a bit of guitar.
pink_bullet I am a real stickler about grammar.
pink_bullet I have completed the Pokédex.
pink_bullet I don't believe in favorites, rather likes and dislikes.
pink_bullet What's on my playlist right now? Minus the Bear, Deadmau5, Calvin Harris, & Led Zeppelin.

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portfolio

26.
Jenkintown Community Band
2011
interactive.web
*IN PROGRESS* A website for a local Philadelphia community band. A two-man freelance project, responsible for client meetings & development.
TASKS: client interaction, design, code
TOOLS: photoshop, html, css, javascript, font squirrel
CLIENT: Jenkintown Community Band
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25.
aliens n stuff
2011
interactive.web
*IN PROGRESS* A flash AS3 top-down shooter game. Object-oriented code intensive.
TASKS: development, design, audio, testing
TOOLS: as3, flash, photoshop, garageband
CLIENT: self, philadelphia university capstone
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24.
Visual Beats play
2010
interactive.web
*IN PROGRESS* A flash audio visualizer that gives the user control over the notes placed, frequency it is played, & its visual placement on the stage.
TASKS: development, design, audio gathering
TOOLS: as3, flash, photoshop, garageband
CLIENT: self
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23.
A Runners Log play
2010
interactive.web
*IN PROGRESS* A flash data visualizer meant to chart & show progress of a runners training or racing log. Many filtering options available.
TASKS: development, design
TOOLS: as3, flash, photoshop, greensock
CLIENT: self
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22.
PhilaU Learning & Advising
2010
interactive.web
Site redesign for a section of Philadellphia U's website. Included working directly with client & taking photography.
TASKS: website redesign, photography
TOOLS: xhtml, css, canon T1i DSLR, photoshop
CLIENT: philaU learning & advising
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21.
Audio Visualizer
2010
video.motion
Visual interpretation of the song "Memphis & 53rd" by the band Minus the Bear. Layering of different sounds.
TASKS: animation, concept
TOOLS: after effects, CC ball action, photoshop
CLIENT: self
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20.
Jacked Up on Protein
2010
photo.modeling
Studio photo shoot of a motivated friend & his protein. Assignment was to portray a word through studio photography.
TASKS: shooting, editing, printing
TOOLS: canon T1i, photoshop
CLIENT: self
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19.
Kinetic Type : Dark Knight
2010
video.motion
Kinetic Typography piece of the "pencil scene" from the movie The Dark Knight. Audio all rights reserved Warner Brothers.
TASKS: animation, design
TOOLS: after effects, photoshop
CLIENT: self
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18.
ruHap
2010
photo.modeling
Studio photo shoot for a Philadelphia-based happiness company. Product shots on live models. Photography used on website.
TASKS: shooting, editing, client meetings
TOOLS: nikon DSLR, photoshop
CLIENT: ruHap
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17.
Portraits
2010
photo.modeling
A collection of digital portraits from several outings.
TASKS: shooting, editing
TOOLS: canon T1i DSLR, photoshop, tripod
CLIENT: self
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16.
Robot Car!
2010
photo.modeling
Concept for a robot that transforms into a transportation vehicle.
TASKS: modeling, rendering, lighting, concept
TOOLS: autodesk maya, after effects
CLIENT: self
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15.
A Day in the Life
2010
video.motion
A film project that emphasized an action through the investigation of close-up filming. A day in the life of a distracted design student.
TASKS: filming, editing
TOOLS: canon DSLR, final cut pro
CLIENT: self
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14.
Random DSLR Photos
2010
photo.modeling
Using a Canon EOS T1i Rebel, & a Vanguard Alta tripod, here is a collection of photos composed; some edited.
TASKS: shooting, editing, printing
TOOLS: canon T1i DSLR, tripod, photoshop
CLIENT: self
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13.
Portfolio Website V1
2010
interactive.web
One must start somewhere... The first iteration of my portfolio website. I like to think I have improved, even in a year's time!
TASKS: website design
TOOLS: xhtml, css, JS implementation, photoshop
CLIENT: self
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12.
Animating Comedy
2010
video.motion
After being given a pre-rigged & pre-modeled character, students applied sounds & animation to a comedian's (Eugene Mirman) audio.
TASKS: animation, rendering
TOOLS: autodesk maya, after effects
CLIENT: self
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11.
Kaede : Character Model
2010
photo.modeling
3D character design. Study of the human anatomy & proportions as well as standard model poses.
TASKS: modeling, rendering, concept, design
TOOLS: autodesk maya, after effects
CLIENT: self
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10.
Synyrgy : Southern Rock
2010
interactive.web
A website design, development, & photography for a local PA southern rock band. Meetings with the client, resource, & information gathering.
TASKS: website dev, design, photography, logo
TOOLS: xhtml, css, javascript, DSLR, photoshop
CLIENT: synyrgy rock band (website not live)
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09.
Computer Labs in 3D
2010
photo.modeling
A 3D remodeling, texturing, & lighting of an existing room.
TASKS: modeling, lighting, mapping, rendering
TOOLS: autodesk maya
CLIENT: self
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08.
Army Men
2010
photo.modeling
Follow the epic battle of green versus tan in this studio photo shoot.
TASKS: shooting, editing, printing
TOOLS: nikon DSLR, photoshop, studio, tripod
CLIENT: self
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07.
Game Over : 8-Bit Site play
2009
interactive.web
Concept mini-site for the 8-bit video game movement. The interactive flash experience has multiple user controls.
TASKS: development, design, concept
TOOLS: as2, flash, photoshop
CLIENT: self
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06.
Lace in Translation E-Card
2009
interactive.web
A Philadelphia U client. An e-card proposal meant to promote a "Lace in Translation" exhibit at Philadelphia U's design center.
TASKS: design comps, user interface design
TOOLS: photoshop, digital photography
CLIENT: philaU design center (mock client)
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05.
Urban Graffiti
2009
photo.modeling
Exploring the urban landscape of Philadelphia through photography.
TASKS: shooting, editing
TOOLS: canon T1i DSLR, photoshop
CLIENT: self
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04.
Silverware
2009
photo.modeling
Using a 35mm film camera, the reflections of light off kitchen appliances was abstracted using the studio.
TASKS: shooting, developing, scanning, enlarging
TOOLS: minolta 35mm, studio, dark room
CLIENT: self
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03.
PhilaU Architecture Website
2009
interactive.web
Site redesign proposals for Philadelphia U. Architecture website. Was asked to produce contemporary & conservative designs.
TASKS: site redesign proposal
TOOLS: photoshop
CLIENT: philaU architecture
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02.
35mm Film
2009
photo.modeling
Shooting with a Minolta 35mm film camera, I explored photography through composition, developing, & scanning film.
TASKS: shooting, developing, scanning, enlarging
TOOLS: minolta 35mm, dark room, film scanners
CLIENT: self
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01.
Macworld Online
2009
interactive.web
A design-based website redesign project for Macworld magazine. The objective to translate a mainly print source over to the web.
TASKS: site redesign proposal
TOOLS: photoshop
CLIENT: macworld (mock client)
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11.
Jenkintown Community Band
2011
interactive.web
*IN PROGRESS* A website for a local Philadelphia community band. A two-man freelance project, responsible for client meetings & development.
TASKS: client interaction, design, code
TOOLS: photoshop, html, css, javascript, font squirrel
CLIENT: Jenkintown Community Band
back to portfolio top

10.
aliens n stuff
2011
interactive.web
*IN PROGRESS* A flash AS3 top-down shooter game. Object-oriented code intensive.
TASKS: development, design, audio, testing
TOOLS: as3, flash, photoshop, garageband
CLIENT: self, philadelphia university capstone
back to portfolio top

09.
Visual Beats play
2010
interactive.web
*IN PROGRESS* A flash audio visualizer that gives the user control over the notes placed, frequency it is played, & its visual placement on the stage.
TASKS: development, design, audio gathering
TOOLS: as3, flash, photoshop, garageband
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

08.
A Runners Log play
2010
interactive.web
*IN PROGRESS* A flash data visualizer meant to chart & show progress of a runners training or racing log. Many filtering options available.
TASKS: development, design
TOOLS: as3, flash, photoshop, greensock
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

07.
PhilaU Learning & Advising
2010
interactive.web
Site redesign for a section of Philadellphia U's website. Included working directly with client & taking photography.
TASKS: website redesign, photography
TOOLS: xhtml, css, canon T1i DSLR, photoshop
CLIENT: philaU learning & advising
back to portfolio top

06.
Portfolio Website V1
2010
interactive.web
One must start somewhere... The first iteration of my portfolio website. I like to think I have improved, even in a year's time!
TASKS: website design
TOOLS: xhtml, css, JS implementation, photoshop
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

05.
Synyrgy : Southern Rock
2010
interactive.web
A website design, development, & photography for a local PA southern rock band. Meetings with the client, resource, & information gathering.
TASKS: website dev, design, photography, logo
TOOLS: xhtml, css, javascript, DSLR, photoshop
CLIENT: synyrgy rock band (website not live)
back to portfolio top

04.
Game Over : 8-Bit Site play
2009
interactive.web
Concept mini-site for the 8-bit video game movement. The interactive flash experience has multiple user controls.
TASKS: development, design, concept
TOOLS: as2, flash, photoshop
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

03.
Lace in Translation E-Card
2009
interactive.web
A Philadelphia U client. An e-card proposal meant to promote a "Lace in Translation" exhibit at Philadelphia U's design center.
TASKS: design comps, user interface design
TOOLS: photoshop, digital photography
CLIENT: philaU design center (mock client)
back to portfolio top

02.
PhilaU Architecture Website
2009
interactive.web
Site redesign proposals for Philadelphia U. Architecture website. Was asked to produce contemporary & conservative designs.
TASKS: site redesign proposal
TOOLS: photoshop
CLIENT: philaU architecture
back to portfolio top

01.
Macworld Online
2009
interactive.web
A design-based website redesign project for Macworld magazine. The objective to translate a mainly print source over to the web.
TASKS: site redesign proposal
TOOLS: photoshop
CLIENT: macworld (mock client)
back to portfolio top

04.
Audio Visualizer
2010
video.motion
Visual interpretation of the song "Memphis & 53rd" by the band Minus the Bear. Layering of different sounds.
TASKS: animation, concept
TOOLS: after effects, CC ball action, photoshop
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

03.
Kinetic Type : Dark Knight
2010
video.motion
Kinetic Typography piece of the "pencil scene" from the movie The Dark Knight. Audio all rights reserved Warner Brothers.
TASKS: animation, design
TOOLS: after effects, photoshop
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

02.
A Day in the Life
2010
video.motion
A film project that emphasized an action through the investigation of close-up filming. A day in the life of a distracted design student.
TASKS: filming, editing
TOOLS: canon DSLR, final cut pro
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

01.
Animating Comedy
2010
video.motion
After being given a pre-rigged & pre-modeled character, students applied sounds & animation to a comedian's (Eugene Mirman) audio.
TASKS: animation, rendering
TOOLS: autodesk maya, after effects
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

11.
Jacked Up on Protein
2010
photo.modeling
Studio photo shoot of a motivated friend & his protein. Assignment was to portray a word through studio photography.
TASKS: shooting, editing, printing
TOOLS: canon T1i, photoshop
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

10.
ruHap
2010
photo.modeling
Studio photo shoot for a Philadelphia-based happiness company. Product shots on live models. Photography used on website.
TASKS: shooting, editing, client meetings
TOOLS: nikon DSLR, photoshop
CLIENT: ruHap
back to portfolio top

09.
Portraits
2010
photo.modeling
A collection of digital portraits from several outings.
TASKS: shooting, editing
TOOLS: canon T1i DSLR, photoshop, tripod
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

08.
Robot Car!
2010
photo.modeling
Concept for a robot that transforms into a transportation vehicle.
TASKS: modeling, rendering, lighting, concept
TOOLS: autodesk maya, after effects
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

07.
Random DSLR Photos
2010
photo.modeling
Using a Canon EOS T1i Rebel, & a Vanguard Alta tripod, here is a collection of photos composed; some edited.
TASKS: shooting, editing, printing
TOOLS: canon T1i DSLR, tripod, photoshop
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

06.
Kaede : Character Model
2010
photo.modeling
3D character design. Study of the human anatomy & proportions as well as standard model poses.
TASKS: modeling, rendering, concept, design
TOOLS: autodesk maya, after effects
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

05.
Computer Labs in 3D
2010
photo.modeling
A 3D remodeling, texturing, & lighting of an existing room.
TASKS: modeling, lighting, mapping, rendering
TOOLS: autodesk maya
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

04.
Army Men
2010
photo.modeling
Follow the epic battle of green versus tan in this studio photo shoot.
TASKS: shooting, editing, printing
TOOLS: nikon DSLR, photoshop, studio, tripod
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

03.
Urban Graffiti
2009
photo.modeling
Exploring the urban landscape of Philadelphia through photography.
TASKS: shooting, editing
TOOLS: canon T1i DSLR, photoshop
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

02.
Silverware
2009
photo.modeling
Using a 35mm film camera, the reflections of light off kitchen appliances was abstracted using the studio.
TASKS: shooting, developing, scanning, enlarging
TOOLS: minolta 35mm, studio, dark room
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top

01.
35mm Film
2009
photo.modeling
Shooting with a Minolta 35mm film camera, I explored photography through composition, developing, & scanning film.
TASKS: shooting, developing, scanning, enlarging
TOOLS: minolta 35mm, dark room, film scanners
CLIENT: self
back to portfolio top


services

How Can I Help You?

Here is a little bit about what I can do, what I have done in the past, & where I want to go in the future.

GOALS

Finish College on top
Land a job in the Interactive Design / Development field
Become 100% confident in coding abilities
Pay off my Loans!

EDUCATION

PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Science, May 2011
Major: Interactive Design & Media
Minor Concentration: Photography
Cumulative GPA: 3.518

EMPLOYMENT

Jr Front-End Web Developer, PHILA U WEB COMMUNICATIONS

Philadelphia University (January 2011-present)
Maintain and Develop web pages for the Philadelphia
spacerUniversity website.
Working with clients within University to better their
spacernavigational systems, design, & content organization.

Design Intern, BROWNSTEIN GROUP

Broad St. Philadelphia, PA (Summer 2010)
Web & Graphic Design-based work for a recognized
Advertising firm. Clients include Comcast & Ikea.
Assigned to complete banner ads, e-mails, posters, etc.

Website Redesign, PHILADELPHIA U LEARNING & ADVISING

Philadelphia University (Summer 2010)
Changed content, took photographs, & talked directly with
clients to create an improved, navigable web experience.
Strict set of Philadelphia University website standards &
spacer stipulations.

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SKILLSspacer

I understand user interface design & usability. I understand best practices for the web. I understand sensible design.

Proficient With

Adobe

PhotoShop
DreamWeaver
FLash

Code

XHTML
CSS
AS3

Photography

DSLR

Experienced Wih

Adobe

After Effects
Adobe Illustrator
InDesign

Code

AS2
XML
JavaScript
WordPress
Joomla

Photography

Studio
35mm Film

LEADERSHIP

President, PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

Philadelphia University (September 2009 – Present)
Hold and organize bi-monthly meetings, events, & studios
for a group of approximately thirty students.
Organize trips, fund raising, and teach studio & 35mm film
weekend sessions.

Resident Assistant, PHILADELPHIA U OFFICE OF RESIDENCE LIFE

Philadelphia University (2008-2009 & 2010-2011 School Years)
Maintained efficient & organized communication with staff
& residents by e-mail, flyers, bulletin boards, & activities.
Developed social activities for students in order to
develop a stronger community of activity & involvement.

contact

Need to get in touch?

Want something made? Want to work together? Or just want to say hi? I'll be glad to handle any questions, comments, or concerns here as quick as possible!
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If you want to talk to me more directly, feel free to contact me via telephone, text, or email, and I will get back you as quickly as I can.


phone: 717.476.7449
pink_bullet email: nicholaskauffman@hotmail.com



For any snail mail, transactions, or physical information that you would like to send my way, don't hesitate to mail me! Just fill out an envelope with the following information.


NK Interactive Design
Nicholas Kauffman
976 Dicks Dam Road
New Oxford, PA 17350