Riley Safford
About Riley Safford
Riley Safford is a Product Owner at AVANT Communications, with a background in IT and business systems analysis. He has experience in web and mobile application deployment and holds a Bachelor's degree in Digital Culture from Arizona State University.
Current Role at AVANT Communications
Riley Safford serves as a Product Owner - Internal at AVANT Communications. In this role, which began in 2022, Riley is responsible for overseeing product development and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The position is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, and involves collaboration with various teams to enhance product offerings.
Professional Experience at Mobile Mini Solutions
Riley Safford has extensive experience at Mobile Mini Solutions, holding multiple positions from 2014 to 2020. Starting as an IT Intern for two months, Riley progressed to roles including Help Desk Intern Lead, Desktop Support Analyst I, and Business Systems Analyst. This progression highlights a strong foundation in IT support and systems analysis.
Technology Program Manager at PlanetOne
From 2020 to 2022, Riley worked as a Technology Program Manager at PlanetOne. In this capacity, Riley managed technology initiatives, focusing on the implementation of web and mobile applications for both domestic and international clients. This role contributed to the development of project management and technical skills.
Education and Expertise in Digital Culture
Riley Safford earned a Bachelor's degree in Digital Culture with a focus on Media Processing from Arizona State University, studying from 2013 to 2017. This educational background supports Riley's expertise in both front and backend web design, as well as proficiency in various programming languages including Objective C, Swift, Java, C/C++, Javascript, PHP, SQL, and Python.
Technical Skills and Proficiencies
Riley possesses a diverse skill set in technical areas, including proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation. This skill was utilized in previous roles, particularly as a desktop support analyst, where account administration and printer administration were also key responsibilities. Riley's technical capabilities enhance the ability to support complex IT environments.