Jason Lihou,
BSc (Hons), MSc
Web Designer / Developer
In 2019, I completed my Master’s degree in Digital Media at the University of Portsmouth and was awarded with Distinction.
I am proficient with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects and have a good understanding of the programming languages PHP and JavaScript as well as database design using MySQL.
My specialities are WordPress, HTML5, CSS3, SASS and JavaScript.
In my spare time, I like to create the odd tune using Ableton Live Suite. You can listen to my tracks here.
I enjoy playing percussion, keyboards, singing, voice acting and love going to the theatre, especially to watch musical productions and local amateur dramatics.
The development of augmented and virtual reality is also an interest of mine and how each of these technologies is being applied to video games, medical science and mental health. I recently purchased the Oculus Quest 2 VR headset and am learning how to develop my own applications for it. Very exciting!
Skills
- HTML 5 / CSS 3 / SASS 90%
- WordPress (Including WooCommerce) 90%
- Photoshop / Illustrator / After Effects 85%
- PHP 75%
- MySQL 75%
- JavaScript / jQuery 70%
- Blender (3D design software) 75%
Experience
2019 – Present
Radiators 4u
Web Designer / Developer
The company provides designer radiators, Column, Cast Iron and Aluminium radiators, along side radiator valves and shower rails. My roles include producing bespoke web pages and site features using HTML5, CSS and JavaScript. I also design 3D assets such as radiators and radiator valve models for lifestyles, close-up shots and animations. I assist the Systems & IT department in problem solving server errors using cPanel. I have gained experience using the e-commerce platform Big Commerce, SAP Business One, BPA Platform for SAP Business One, SQL Server Management Studio and Data Transfer WorkBench (DTW). I am also proficient in Google Search Console to inspect & resolve page index issues.
2011 – Present
JL Web Creative
Web Designer / Developer
The business provides responsive web design, graphic design and technical support services. Specialities: Custom WordPress theme design, HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript. I have worked with a number of UK businesses to help them launch their online presence by designing and developing their flagship websites, as well as designing the University of Portsmouth’s MICE Hub website.
1996 – 2011
Cosy Enterprises Ltd
Co-Founder
The company provided digital media and internet solutions including website design, bespoke program design, technical support and consultancy.
1992 – 1996
Climax Enterprises Ltd
Senior Producer
Climax developed video games for Sega, Nintendo, Electronic Arts, Gametek, and Namco.
The games that I assisted in producing were Global Gladiators, Nick Faldo’s Championship Golf, UFO Enemy Unknown, Aliens Versus Predator, Congo, Chicago Syndicate, Bubsy Bobcat II.
I gained invaluable knowledge and experience in game design, graphic design, project management and working with large teams of people.
1988 – 1991
Images Software
Lead Artist / Assistant Producer
My roles involved creating game title loading screens, sprites and the animation of game-characters as well as assisting in project scheduling, staff management and the development of arcade conversions to the 8-bit and 16-bit home computer market.
1987 – 1988
Catalyst Coders
Junior Graphic Artist
My roles included creating game title loading screens, sprites and the animation of game characters.
Education
2017 – 2019
University of Portsmouth
Digital Media – MSc. (Hons)
Master of Science in Digital Media awarded with Distinction.
2014 – 2017
University of Portsmouth
Digital Media – BSc. (Hons)
Bachelor of Science in Digital Media awarded First Class Honours.
1984 – 1986
Highbury College of Technology & Design
O’Levels
Grade B Art, Grade C Mathematics, Grade C English Language and Grade B Computer Studies
1980 – 1982
City of Portsmouth Boys School
CSE’s
Grade 2 Art, Grade 3 Mathematics, Grade 3 Geography, Grade 3 Geology, Grade 3 English Language, Grade 3 English Literature and Grade 2 French