Ben Argo.
Hi, I'm Ben. I'm the technical director at Collective Media Team Limited. In my free time I build exciting web applications, experiment with interesting web applications for World of Warcraft, campaign for better mental health services, and explore the country by train.
Portfolio
Since 2008 I have been creating responsive web applications for a wide base of clients, including charitable organisations, small businesses, and World of Warcraft's extensive online community.
Hop, Skip & Jump
Sam Boyd
Discover Crete
Twin Towns
Organica
Les Lézards
Bowie
Education
First Class Honours in BSc Web Design
| Year One | Year Two | Year Three | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Media Technologies | 94% | Web Design Principles | 79% | Consultancy Project | 87% |
| Introduction to Program Development | 88% | Web Programming | 79% | Advanced Topics in Web Development | 80% |
| Introduction to the Web | 84% | Information Systems Practice | 73% | Digital Media Project | 77% |
| Systems Development | 78% | Data, Schemas & Applications | 71% | Interaction Design | 70% |
| Information Design | 64% | Peer Assisted Learning | 70% | Internet Application Development | 66% |
| Design Fundamentals | 63% | Information Architecture | 65% | ||
Certificates & Awards
Futures Award
I was awarded the Futures Award at my graduation, recognising the extra-curricular activites I completed; and my personal and professional development whilst at UWE.
Graduate Development Programme Award
I successfully completed all three levels, which supports personal and educational development.
Best Consultancy Project Award
My team was awarded the prize for best consultancy project at the Faculty of Environment and Technology's annual degree show.
Peer Assisted Learning Certificate
During my second year, I took on the role of a Peer Assisted Learning leader, teaching students in the year below.
Student Rep Certificate 2010-2011
During my first year, I was elected as student rep for my cohort, representing their views in the Student Council.
Student Rep Award Nomination - 2010-2011
During my first year I was nominated and shortlisted for the Student Rep Award at the annual Student Rep Awards.
Student Experience Impact Award Nomination - 2010-2011
During my first year I was shortlisted for the Student Experience Impact Award at the Student Rep Awards.
Student Rep Certificate 2013-2014
In my final year, I was reelected as student rep, and continued to represent my cohort's views in the Student Council.
Halls Rep Certificate 2013-2014
In my final year, I joined the Halls Rep programme, representing residents in UWE's student halls at the Community & Welfare Committee.
Extracurricular Activities
- Student Representative (2010-2011, 2013-2014)
- Founding Treasurer, UWE Video Gaming Society (2010-2012)
- Peer Assisted Learning Leader (2011-2012)
- Industrial Placement with Message Digital (2012-2013)
- Halls Representative (2013-2014)
- Community & Welfare Committee (2013-2014)
- Media & IT Technician with the Students' Union at UWE (2013-2015)