Nick Shelton

Who I am

I am a Senior Multimedia Developer.

What I bring to your Bottom Line

As a former webmaster, I bring a diverse set of skills to the table. Before BLP, I was a one-person shop. As a one-person shop, I had to do anything and everything that my clients needed. Website design, print design, email marketing, server administration, Flash, Jquery, video - you name it; I like to do, have done it and more. I have a passion for this field that is unmatched. I am an avid learner, and am always trying to make something fun and engaging.

Facts About Me

• I was the webmaster of seven magazines websites ... while I was a junior in college. I've had interns who were my senior in education.
• I've been doing Flash since before Flash was cool. Way before there was a MX or a CS. I was making cartoons in middle-school.
• I'm married to an amazing woman from Turkey, who thinks I spend too much time on the computer.
• I'm planning on pursuing a Master's degree, and possibly teaching part-time. There's no better way to stay on top of things than to teach them.
• I once held four part-time jobs at once (Three were related to Flash and Web).

How I like to Give Back

I have a strong affinity for the Boys and Girls clubs of America. Growing up, it was my refuge after school. I spent probably 30% of my childhood there (I'm a Hoosier, I love to play basketball). When given the opportunity, I volunteer to help as a chaperone, mentor, and tutor. I have also helped them with design and web work in the past.

I also enjoy helping students in my field and especially those from my alma matter at IUPUI. I am currently in touch with, and constantly give advice to all of the interns I've had throughout my career. Nearly every semester, I assist the Career Department by speaking to classes, conducting students informational interviews, bringing them in for a job shadow, and whatever else I can do to help.

I frequently assist the director of the Online Communications Department with occasional interactive tasks and have also created graphics, Flash, or web-parts for on-campus and other not-for-profit organizations.