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Dan W.

Web Design/Photoshop/Multimedia Design Tutor

Web Design/Photoshop/Multimedia Design Tutor

$50/hour

4.9 (209 ratings)

  • 434 hours tutoring

About Dan

Bio

My aim is to help individuals with ideas develop the skill to bring them to life independently. I seek to aid each individual with specialized and individualized approaches. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a student challenged by digital technology or an artist seeking to expand your horizons, I have solution that can help you achieve that goal in an efficient and empowering way. I strive to use the students strengths an interest as the foundation for new learning.

AREAS OF...

My aim is to help individuals with ideas develop the skill to bring them to life independently. I seek to aid each individual with specialized and individualized approaches. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a student challenged by digital technology or an artist seeking to expand your horizons, I have solution that can help you achieve that goal in an efficient and empowering way. I strive to use the students strengths an interest as the foundation for new learning.

AREAS OF PROFICIENCY
• Graphic Design
• Web Design
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Flash
• HTML5
• CSS | CSS3

My area of greatest interests currently are Web Design and Photoshop. I have a total of 10 year teaching which includes NYC CUNY system and Anthem Institute. In addition I've been a practicing graphic designer for more than 20 years and have worked for Harpers Bazaar, GQ, Esquire magazine for print assignment. I developed digital ad campaigns for clients as diverse Adobe, Carnegie Hall and NY Historical Art Society.

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Education

Wofford College/ Parsons School of Design
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Art

Adobe Illustrator,

Adobe Illustrator

I have taught Adobe Illustrator in a college setting for numerous years. I use Illustrator to build packaging mechanicals and logos for corporate identity projects. Additionally, I use the program to develop content for websites and mobile apps.
Adobe InDesign,

Adobe InDesign

Adobe InDesign has been used in my classroom in a multitude of ways. It's been the centerpiece in any multipaged project my students create, whether it's a brochure, a menu, a catalog or a magazine layout. In the 12 plus years that I've used this desktop publishing tool I've seen it evolve from a static tool to a robust rich media creator. I am now teaching individuals how to use InDesign to develop apps for tablets and smart phones.
Adobe Photoshop,

Adobe Photoshop

I have taught Photoshop at the college level for more than 10 years. I'm proficient in all levels from version 2.0 to the current CC2019. I employ Photoshop as a photo editor tool, for picture retouching, blending and color/contrast correction of my art projects Additionally, I use the software for web development layouts and apps interfacing as well as general graphic design work.
Graphic Design

Graphic Design

I've been a practicing graphic designer for more than 20 years. I have taught college level graphic design for 7 years. The class covers the basics typography, design principles, color theory, and graphic design fundamentals. The assignments tend to focus on experimenting with very limited boundaries as well looking at the history of graphic design. I generally ask students to research a design period and adopt it for the class. The adopted period is then incorporated into their exercises and projects.

Computer

Adobe Flash,

Adobe Flash

I have taught Flash and Animate at CUNY (City University of New York) for 5 years. I was the 1st runner up in a Adobe Flash sponsored contest. Apart from teaching Flash. I work with the software in the creation of my own animation and multimedia projects for art installations. I'm currently working with Animate Flash to explore how to incorporate it into HTML5.
Adobe Illustrator,

Adobe Illustrator

I have taught Adobe Illustrator in a college setting for numerous years. I use Illustrator to build packaging mechanicals and logos for corporate identity projects. Additionally, I use the program to develop content for websites and mobile apps.
Adobe InDesign,

Adobe InDesign

Adobe InDesign has been used in my classroom in a multitude of ways. It's been the centerpiece in any multipaged project my students create, whether it's a brochure, a menu, a catalog or a magazine layout. In the 12 plus years that I've used this desktop publishing tool I've seen it evolve from a static tool to a robust rich media creator. I am now teaching individuals how to use InDesign to develop apps for tablets and smart phones.
Adobe Photoshop,

Adobe Photoshop

I have taught Photoshop at the college level for more than 10 years. I'm proficient in all levels from version 2.0 to the current CC2019. I employ Photoshop as a photo editor tool, for picture retouching, blending and color/contrast correction of my art projects Additionally, I use the software for web development layouts and apps interfacing as well as general graphic design work.
Animation,

Animation

I have taught Adobe Flash and Adobe Animate at CUNY (City University of New York) for 5 years. Apart from teaching Flash and Animate, I work with the software in the creation of my own animation and multimedia projects for art installations. I'm currently working with Animate and Flash to explore how to incorporate it into HTML5.
Desktop Publishing,

Desktop Publishing

I have a total of 10 year's teaching which includes NYC CUNY system and Anthem Institute. The current desktop publishing program I teach includes InDesign, HTML/CSS, Photoshop, and Illustrator, ranging in levels from beginner to advanced skills that are specifically geared towards the modern digital publishing landscape. The projects include newspaper and magazine layouts, book covers, brochures to posters on the print end and banners, games and interactive pages for tablets and smart phones.
Dreamweaver,

Dreamweaver

I started with Macromedia Dreamweaver in 1997 after it became available and have viewed it as a aide to coding and not a replacement for. Dreamweaver is a very convenient way to create websites on the fly. The WYSISYG aspect is what makes it so endearing to visual creators. In most cases I require my students to have a working knowledge of HTML before venturing into Dreamweaver. I've been a practicing graphic designer for more than 20 years.
Graphic Design,

Graphic Design

I've been a practicing graphic designer for more than 20 years. I have taught college level graphic design for 7 years. The class covers the basics typography, design principles, color theory, and graphic design fundamentals. The assignments tend to focus on experimenting with very limited boundaries as well looking at the history of graphic design. I generally ask students to research a design period and adopt it for the class. The adopted period is then incorporated into their exercises and projects.
HTML,

HTML

I've taught HTML and CSS for 10 years in the business school and college environment. I've used HTML and CSS to create websites and am currently using the latest versions (HTML5 and CSS3) to build modern responsive websites for multiple platforms. I also use HTML/HTML5 in InDesign to develop interactive for mobile devices.
Web Design

Web Design

The web design instruction starts with HTML and CSS, slicing graphics in Fireworks, and continuing through the latest in HTML5/CSS3. Additionally, I teach UI/UX courses as well as Adobe Xd for App Development. The classes include basics of JavaScript and jQuery, and even mobile web design. The student should complete the course comprehensive understanding of front-end web design and development. I've been a practicing graphic designer for more than 20 years and have worked for Harpers Bazaar, GQ, Esquire magazine for print assignment.

Corporate Training

Adobe Flash,

Adobe Flash

I have taught Flash and Animate at CUNY (City University of New York) for 5 years. I was the 1st runner up in a Adobe Flash sponsored contest. Apart from teaching Flash. I work with the software in the creation of my own animation and multimedia projects for art installations. I'm currently working with Animate Flash to explore how to incorporate it into HTML5.
HTML,

HTML

I've taught HTML and CSS for 10 years in the business school and college environment. I've used HTML and CSS to create websites and am currently using the latest versions (HTML5 and CSS3) to build modern responsive websites for multiple platforms. I also use HTML/HTML5 in InDesign to develop interactive for mobile devices.
Web Design

Web Design

The web design instruction starts with HTML and CSS, slicing graphics in Fireworks, and continuing through the latest in HTML5/CSS3. Additionally, I teach UI/UX courses as well as Adobe Xd for App Development. The classes include basics of JavaScript and jQuery, and even mobile web design. The student should complete the course comprehensive understanding of front-end web design and development. I've been a practicing graphic designer for more than 20 years and have worked for Harpers Bazaar, GQ, Esquire magazine for print assignment.

Examples of Expertise

Dan has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 2 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Ratings and Reviews

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All reviews accommodating recommend highly extremely patient extremely knowledgeable took the time

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Knowledgeable & flexible

We went through some pen tool issues I was having in illustrator I even got a tutorial for it to help me polish my skills. Then we easily and quickly changed gears and went into InDesign, I really felt like I got every penny worth and that I could finish up my projects!

Valentina, 2 lessons with Dan

A good instructor

I had no idea what Substack even looked like and Dan walked me through understand and utilizing it. An excellent instructor. I will continue to meet with Dan learning about Substack.

HERB, 2 lessons with Dan

Patient and knowledgeable tutor

Dan taught helped me complete a college assignment involving InDesign. The session went by much quicker than I thought it would. I would recommend him to anybody who wants to learn the basics of InDesign.

Troy, 5 lessons with Dan

Dan super hero!

I am an International graduate student in NY working on my capstone project. I was hopeless yesterday cause I had some issues with WordPress, and I needed help ASAP. I trusted Dan my project, and he did a fantastic job. He is trustworthy and highly knowledgeable. He is an honest person who promised to help on time and kept his word. I would highly recommend him to anyone!!!

Magda , 3 lessons with Dan

HTML5

Very very patient as all kinds of technical issues hit but once that was all ironed out it was really good to get a hands on look at everything. I often need to see something first to try to understand it. Yep, Dan has me walking a bit taller going into class this week.

Maurice, 1 lesson with Dan

Dan super hero!

I am an International graduate student in NY working on my capstone project. I was hopeless yesterday cause I had some issues with WordPress, and I needed help ASAP. I trusted Dan my project, and he did a fantastic job. He is trustworthy and highly knowledgeable. He is an honest person who promised to help on time and kept his word. I would highly recommend him to anyone!!!

Magda , 3 lessons with Dan

great teacher, friendly, and patient

Dan helped me with a few of my projects and was really patient with me. I’ve been struggling with web design and he helped teach me new things that I now understand more about. He’s easy to talk to and knows what he’s doing. I recommend going to him for help!

Seringa, 3 lessons with Dan

Learned a lot about responsive design.

Learned more about responsive design. Dan was really patient and knowledgeable. I learned a lot working with him and intend on booking with him in the future.

Robert, 1 lesson with Dan

Very experienced and communicates well as a teacher. I learn a lot in 2 hrs and will be continue sessions with Dan till I'm very knowledgeable with great portfolio pieces

Adobe XD, basic functions, learning the workspace, sharing files, storing files locally and on an external drive, how to use XD dragging, embedding videos, how to select reliable plugins, organizing your project files, UI kits, a critique of my current project. we talked about UX/UI trends

Pat, 8 lessons with Dan

Great help!

Very detailed. He knew a lot about the Adobe Photoshop, illustrator and InDesign workshops. I will connect again for additional help when available.

Antoniesha, 1 lesson with Dan
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Dan W.

$50/hour

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Response time: 49 minutes