Cathy Sitzes

CATHY SITZES

About Me.

Web Communications Specialist

Greetings! Thank you for taking the time to delve into my story.

In a nutshell, I am a results-driven creative professional with a focus on management, steering digital production objectives while prioritizing deadlines, optimizing processes, and ensuring customer satisfaction. My core competencies encompass project management/coordination, UX Design, UX Research, tracking/analysis, web design, content management, digital film/video, graphic design, and effective communication, with a knack for maintaining composure in challenging situations.

I have over two decades of experience in the ever-evolving web landscape; I have honed my skills in website development and varied content management systems - from Wix, Squarespace, WordPress, and Drupal to several proprietary platforms. I've worked on them all. Simultaneously, my creative pursuits span a diverse spectrum, encompassing film production, animation, graphic design, and podcasting.

My imprint in the film industry includes seven years at Dreamworks Animation, which preceded several independent film and web series projects I've written/co-written, directed, or contributed to as an editor. These films have earned acclaim at festivals worldwide and are now available for rental on Amazon Prime. I've also spearheaded two engaging podcasts—Flip Out Radio, and Synergy Airwaves. Currently, I am an editor for the podcast Trauma Bonded, which is the companion show to This is Actually Happening, globally ranked as one of the best podcasts in the world.

The fusion of creativity and technology fuels my passion. Whether orchestrating captivating narratives or navigating the intricacies of web management and technology, I thrive in collaborative environments. My modus operandi involves immersing myself in diverse challenges, understanding them, and offering tailored assistance.

If you're interested in learning more, please reach out to me!

Personal Information

  • Name Cathy Sitzes
  • Location Santa Rosa, CA
  • Email cathysitzes@gmail.com

Podcast Work

Flip Out Radio

Producer/Editor/Co-host

Synergy Airwaves

Producer/Editor/Co-host

Trauma/Bonded

Editor

My Resume.

EXPERIENCE

  • Present April 2022

    Manager, Communication Services

    VERRA, WASHINGTON DC, USA and PORTUGAL

    I currently collaborate with various stakeholder teams on activities, implementation and improvements to the website and other communications related materials. I manage the public site and Verra’s intranet, SEO and overall functionality. I analyze web statistics, refine design, layout and functionality of marketing and communication mailings - flyers and presentation materials. I have focused on the website rebrand and redesign through implementation and refinement and recently project managed the successful implementation and launch of Verra’s intranet.

  • April 2022 October 2019

    Digital Communications Specialist 3

    UC DAVIS HEALTH, SACRAMENTO, CA USA

    Worked with team members, public affairs and marketing staff, health system departments, and outside agencies to maximize the effectiveness of digital communications and develop and produce websites and digital content in achieving institutional goals, objectives, and strategic priorities. Designed and led classes, created and maintained documentation, and served as best-practices support for approx. 600 end users of the health system's enterprise-wide CMS for websites and blogs. Implemented and enforced digital content policies and procedures, assured digital content met established editorial, graphic, and navigation standards, produced strategically appropriate digital content, and reviewed written content for accuracy, quality, and standards.

  • October 2019 October 2016

    Webmaster/Digital Communciations Specialist 3

    LAWRENCE HALL OF SCIENCE, UC BERKELEY, BERKELEY, CA USA
    In collaboration with several clients, I consulted on the creation and progress of electronic communications, website development, and other electronic media, involving writing, editing, production, and/or programming. I produced the layout for a variety of non-routine and moderately complex web sites and mobile-based applications. I maintained the Lawrence Hall of Science branding and standards in conjunction with the University of California and I promoted usability across all applications.
  • November 2016 December 2014

    Web Production Coordinator

    AMERICAN ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY, SAN FRANCISCO, CA USA
    I kept the Academy’s websites in compliance with the Core Principles and web best practices by acting as a liaison between various groups, including internal staff and Academy members. I provided technical support, video production services, data analysis, and strategy to Communications staff and authors, and helped to maintain the various public and member websites.
  • November 2014 July 2014

    Content Quality Coordinator (contract)

    GOOGLE, MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA USA
    Within Google’s internal learning hub,  I advocated for, maintained, and governed content quality and optimized the user experience through seamless UI design and data-driven improvement. I also created new educational and informative sites accessed by employees across all global locations.
  • June 2014 August 2007

    Production Coordinator/TRA

    DREAMWORKS ANIMATION, REDWOOD CITY, CA USA
    I worked with Lighting, Matte Painting, Image Finaling, Lustre, Layout and Animation to ensure that quotas, deadlines, and inventory expectations were met. I acted as a point of coordination for various departments and provided administrative support as needed. As a Technial Resource Administrator (TRA), I monitored and balanced the render farm load, assisted with errored jobs, monitored data I/O across various files systems, and assisted in the day-to-day management of render hosts in addition to acting as a support contact for issues assigned to the department.

EDUCATION

  • 2018 2015

    Bachelor of Arts, Animation and Visual Effects

    EX'PRESSION COLLEGE FOR DIGITAL ARTS

    Trained in character technical direction, animation, traditional art, compositing, surfacing, lighting and videography.

  • 2007 2005

    Associates Degree, Computer Information Systems

    LANIER TECHNICAL COLLEGE

    Trained in management of technology and systems to support organizational goals and initiatives.

DESIGN SKILLS

PHOTOSHOP

95%

ILLUSTRATOR

93%

INDESIGN

60%

CANVA

80%

PREMIERE PRO

95%

AUDITION

85%

AFTER EFFECTS

80%

CODING SKILLS

HTML5

80%

CSS3

70%

JAVASCRIPT

40%

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