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My interests in art, drawing & writing began early as a child. As a young adult my interest in internet & digital graphic designs began with nudge from my oldest sister, a professional in the Print Industry as well as request from an up-and-coming Los Angeles Rock Band who needed promotional flyers designed & printed. From then on I began to learn more about the internet & graphic design solutions, and began putting out small informational web sites on topics that were important to me. I began with my first web site, using AOL’s Free Member space, that taught people how to utilize the FREE solutions on the internet to advertise their businesses & create an online presence. I was motivated almost instantly to help people learn to take advantage of this new advertising medium, without spending their life savings! I believe that large businesses aren’t the only ones who should have a professional presence online & in print, small & medium sized businesses deserve the same opportunities. Over the years I have met a great many other designers who adhere to the same philosophy, many of whom I work with today to accomplish the projects I take on. In the mid 90’s I became a dedicated work-at-home mother and began taking online courses in web site programming & HTML. I continue to educate myself frequently, as the internet is always a changing force. I take on several charitable projects each year, all for organizations I believe in and support as much as possible. Work Experience 1993-95: Los Angeles, CA - Temp Agencies & Freelance work throughout the Los Angeles Area. I worked in a variety of industries & positions which was not only interesting but also a lot of fun!
1995-97: Los Angeles, CA - After becoming a mother I began exploring my creative side and began learning about design through hands on construction, remodeling & the creation of art & furniture.
1998-1999: Pigeon Forge, TN - Once we stationed ourselves in Tennessee for a while, I purchased a new Gateway computer and began the task of working while taking online courses to steer myself toward web site & graphic development.
2000-2003: Pigeon Forge, TN Brainstorm Cafe - Full Service Marketing & Design Support Agency in Pigeon Forge, TN www.BrainstormCafe.com I worked with Brainstorm for almost 4 years as their tech support/server admin, search engine marketing specialist as well as assisting with hundreds of web site designs and layouts. I learned a great deal about the Tennessee Tourism industry & advertising methods during my time there, a valuable education I could never have gotten in a classroom. I continue to maintain a positive relationship with them and we exchange support as needed. Our work relationship regretfully ended when I relocated to Florida for my Husband’s job for some time. Freelance Search Engine Optimization, Website Design & Consultation as Bodyflight Web Designs. 2002-Present: Sevier & then Cocke Counties of East Tennessee DawnSuiter.com formerly known as Bodyflight Web Designs - Owner & Head Honcho In 2005 we purchased a modest home in Cocke County, TN and I work out of a home office at this location now utilizing satellite internet access. Soon after moving here, I also began retrofitting my small parcel of land into a hobby farm, so that we can also grow the majority of our food. Between the farm & the computer work I stay very busy,(and in shape) but happily doing things that I love and am good at! “Do what you love for a living and you’ll never work a day in your life!!!” |