About

ArtistConk is a Drupal web development shop. We provide a complete development package from consultation and planning through development, optimizations, and training. We can also contract on particular project components or functionalities.

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The mission of ArtistConk is to facilitate connections through the development of robust websites and applications.

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Nathaniel F. Hoag is a New England native from the green hills of Vermont. His first foray in digital design was through a computer graphics course in high school during the mid-nineties, where he developed CD covers, event fliers, and business logos. Over the years, Nathaniel has cultivated a deep understanding of digital media production and communication strategies. As a webmaster for small non-profit organizations, Nathaniel has a track record of leveraging resources to achieve enhanced workflows and expanded audiences. Since 2008, Nathaniel has developed mastery of the Drupal Content Management System, an incredibly dynamic and flexible open source web and application development platform.

 
Experience
 
Webmaster, Prescott Creeks / Americorps VISTA
2009 - present
• Planned, designed, developed, and documented Prescott Creeks' new website and peripheral applications
 
Media Producer, Independent Contractor
2008 - 2009
• Interviews, camera work, music composition, graphic design, editing
 
Web Content Editor, Whole Terrain: Journal of Reflective Environmental Practice
2006 - 2008
• Developed promotional web content
 
Volunteer Producer/Disc Jockey, WKNH Community Radio
2007 - 2008
• Produced an independent radio show
• Broadcasted Pacifica Radio Network programming
 
Guest Instructor, Cambridge Montessori Passport Program
2007
• Created a recycled music curriculum
 
Challenge Course Supervisor, SUNY College at Potsdam
2005-2006
• Supervised staff for multi-element challenge programs
 
Seasonal Groundskeeper, Shelburne Museum
2004
• Landscaping for a forty-five plus acre facility
 
Environmental Education Intern, Pease Mountain Stewardship Program
2003
• Created nature-based curricula for elementary students
 
Challenge Course Facilitator / Behavioral Crisis Intervention, Double H Hole in the Woods Ranch
1998-2003
• Facilitated overnight forest outings for urban youth with special needs
• Operated a multi-element challenge course
• Prevented and de-escalated behavioral crises
 
Co-Founder, Antioch University New England Student Government
2008
 
 
Education
 
Master of Science, Antioch University New England
• Environmental Studies, 2009
 
Bachelor of Science, University of Vermont
• Environmental Studies, 2006