Cathy Sitzes

Cathy Sitzes

About Me.

Web Communications Specialist & Podcaster

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. I am a contributing editor for Trauma Bonded, and This is Actually Happening (globally ranked as one of the best podcasts). Currently, I am an editor/producer for She Dates and the creator/editor/host for Banshee FM.

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

SERVICES

Web Management

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Web Design

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Podcast Production

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Podcast Editing

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PODCAST WORK

Creator / Host

Co-Producer / Editor

Contributing Editor

Contributing Editor

Creator / Co-Host

Creator / Co-Host

My Resume.

EXPERIENCE

  • Present 2022

    Manager, Digital Communications

    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.

  • 2022 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.

  • 2019 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.

  • 2016 2014

    Web Production Coordinator

    Enter subtitleAMERICAN 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.
  • 2014 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 software, hardware, networking, and data management, with coursework that included programming, database use, cybersecurity, and IT project management

DESIGN SKILLS

Photoshop

95%

Illustrator

95%

Indesign

75%

Canva

95%

Premiere Pro

95%

Audition

85%

After Effects

80%

CODING SKILLS

HTML5

95%

CSS3

75%

JAVASCRIPT

70%

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Say Hey!

    Folsom, CA + Globally Remote