Scott William Dudley

2933 Jim Ned Rd
Montague, TX
76251

(608) 213-7036
sdudley.resume @gmail.com

I am an accomplished leader, designer, and developer currently focused on online (primarily web based) social software and information systems. I am capable both in-office and tele-commute. Seeking diverse position in a creative atmosphere. Start-ups welcome. Available for consultation.

Experience

Creative Design: User Experience Design on both PC Game / Virtual World and Web Applications, Graphic Manipulation / Design
Coding / Database: C/C++, Perl, Pascal, PHP, MySQL, ASM, LISP, DirectX, Javascript, XHTML (more...)
Software: Windows, Linux, Multimedia Editing, Office Tools, Project Management, Network Apps, IDEs, etc
Management: Company Owner, Director, Manager, Project Leader

Education

High School Valedictorian

Awards in Math, Computer Science, Debate, One Act Play, UIL, Track, & FFA
Forestburg High School

Bachelors of Science in Computer Science

English Minor in Technical Writing
President's/Dean's List, ACM Member, Philosophy Club
University of North Texas

Relevant Work History

Virtual Community Architect @ LOHAS Company (2007-2008) - Gaiam

Helped turn Gaia.com from a static landing page into a vibrant community of more than 160k active members.
Designed user experience for original Web applications.
Evaluated various platforms, technologies, and competitors for better strategic planning.
Composed technical documentation and diagrams.
Provided direction on digital strategy and community management.

Director of New Media @ Game Developer (2004-2007) - Gearbox Software

Aided in development and promotion of award winning videogame software.
Redesigned entire online infrastructure including website, forums, wikis, and more.
Developed and improved a wide variety of internal web based tools.
Improved Google rank, increased community growth, and improved community communication.

Director of Web Development @ DVD Videomagazine (2001) - SubstanceTV

Developed complete online infrstructure from scratch including website and forums.
Designed companion Web site to compliment the main DVD product.
Coded secure elements for online orders (e-commerce) and user account management.
Integrated and Customized YapBB message board software w/ Web site account sytem.

Web Developer @ Game Publisher (1998-2001) - Gathering of Developers / Take 2 Interactive

Developed and Maintained vast Web site network.
Lead redesign of GodGames.com (SXSW "Best Online Gaming Site" nominee).
Lead redesign of Take2Games.com (NASDAQ: TTWO).
Organized workshops and booths at gaming events and trade shows (PR).

Owner / Partner @ Web Design Firm (1998-2000) - Tempest Digital Solutions

Designed and Coded a wide variety of Web sites.
Performed PR, Customer Service, Marketing, Sales, and Bookkeeping.
Serviced a variety of clients including: The Richards Group, Denton County BLC, BassManagement.

Indie Contractor (intermittent) - Programmer, Web developer, IT

Game programmer at Human Head Studios (2003-2004).
Independent Web developer (1994-present) Portfolio available.
Network configurations, system administration, technical writing, training and consultation.

Accomplishments

Hobby

Developed children's computer game "Bob and His Amazing Journey Home" (published 1997)
Designed, Coded, Promoted, and Maintained several successful community based Web sites.
Wrote, Documented, and Released sample source code online (open source contributor).
Maintaining web journal on virtual community develpoment topics.

Professional

Awarded nomination of "Best Gaming Web Site" for GodGames.com at SXSW.
Presented Denton County Economic Development Commission Web site to an exclusive forum of economic leaders, investors, and politicians including chairman of Texas Workforce Commission, Diane Rath.
Represented Gathering of Developers at SXSW's 2001 festival next to Microsoft and Digital Anvil on a 5-man Interactive panel titled "What Web Developers Can Learn from the Gaming World".