Betsy Halstead

Technical Illustrator, Sun Microsystems, Burlington MA (1989 - 2001)

Highlights

• Established all the illustration design standards for computer system manuals
• Worked closely with writers to illustrate the many guide books, always meeting strict deadlines
• Pioneered tools issues relating to conversion of ProE 3D models into 2D Illustrator files
• Coordinated Publications group's liaison with Engineering group to utilize existing CAD art
• Set hardware labeling standards while working closely with Sun's Industrial Design group
• Provided ongoing graphic design support to Sun's Marketing and Communications organizations, created numerous designs for t-shirts and jackets for new product releases
• Worked closely with Sun's London office to establish Illustration/Engineering documentation standards
• Originated logo design for the New England STC Awards

• Consistently won Awards of Distinction and Excellence from the New England STC (Society for Technical Communication) as well as Awards of Excellence from the International Technical Publications Competitions
• Received Sun's Engineering Award of Achievement for pioneering work in the CAD/Illustration area