Matt Cornock - CV
Matt Cornock, MEng (Hons) PGCert CMALT
eLearning, web, marketing, multimedia, editing, technical training
Summary
Working in Higher Education supporting online/technology-enhanced learning, applying technical knowledge and a creative eye. Applied experience of market-based search engine optimisation and user-centred web design for HE sector. In addition to an MEng Media Technology and PGCert in Online and Distance Education, I've completed the Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector course and hold CMALT status.
- Learning tools and online learning methods
- Image manipulation, video editing, audio editing
- Accessibility, usability and copyright
- HTML/CSS, PHP, MySQL and JavaScript
- Platforms: Moodle, Drupal, Blackboard
See also: Latest projects, conference presentation and involvement
Employment
2007- Current: Department of Social Policy and Social Work, University of York
VLE Co-ordinator for Department of Social Policy and Social Work
Department Web Officer for Department of Social Policy and Social Work
Department Web and VLE Coordinator (May 2009 onwards): Engaging with academics and administrators with central VLE use. Creation of learning materials, conducting training sessions with students and staff, research, evaluation and strategic direction of Department VLE use. Online/Department marketing strategies, web content and social media marketing. Online Masters (2007-May 2009): Moodle customisation (visual styles and programming), HTML content maintenance, audio/video capture and editing, project managed website redesign, advised on accessibility legislation, development of web technologies for the learning environment.
2004-2007: Department of Social Policy and Social Work, University of York
Web development officer for Online Masters Programmes (Casual)
OCR PDF to Word Doc and HTML conversion, front-end website maintenance, design and content proofing. System processes, technical problem solving, creation of content development tools.
Qualifications (Post-18)
2011: The Open University
Postgraduate Certificate in Online and Distance Learning
Technology Enhanced Learning: Debates and Practices. Covered the educational theory and learner-centred practices surrounding the use of technology in education.
2009: York College
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector, C&G 7303 Award.
Requirement for any new FE teacher and recommended to trainers. Taken for professional development.
2007: University of York
MEng (2.1 Hons) Electronic Engineering with Media Technology
Modules included: two-term software engineering group project, video systems and production, strategic management, marketing techniques, accounting and finance. Final year MEng project on automated video analysis in C++. Key skills developed: project management within a team and individual work, presentation technique, report writing.
Training courses
2011: Professional and Organisational Development, University of York
Constructive Feedback half-day CPD
Dealing with Interpersonal Conflict one-day CPD
Influence and Pursuasion one-day CPD
2010: Computer Science HCI CPD, University of York
User Experience Techniques for the Web two-day CPD
Creating Accessible Websites two-day CPD
Recent non-work projects
See also: my blog, elearning reports, how-to guides and my complete photo collection.
Oct/Nov/Dec 2009: York Come Dancing (Charity Event)
Production and photography. Filmed and edited several VT packages for use in the final live show (Central Hall). Edited music to fit dance routines. [Photographs] [Watch Video Online at YSTV]
Jan/Feb 2009: York Come Dancing (Charity Event)
Production and organisation. Filmed and edited over 20 video packages over four weeks for use online and in final live show [Watch Online at YSTV]. Edited music to fit dance routines. Produced live show in collaboration with campus societies.
2007-2011: York Dancesport
Casual voluntary work. Redesigned York Dancesport website to use Drupal platform: http://www.yorkdancesport.com. Filmed and packaged video from competitions and events. Video packages for website and promotional materials. Photographed recent competitions.
Past projects
2004-2007: University Radio York
Multiple roles including Assistant Station Manager, Training Manager, Head of Business and presenter (awarded Best Presenter 2007).
Feb-May 2004: York Students In Schools (Based at the University of York)
Student Assistant at the Joseph Rowntree School, York.
Apr-Aug 2003: Radio Cabin, Herne Bay, Kent
On Air Project Director.
