Amanda Kirchner
About Amanda Kirchner
Amanda Kirchner is a Software Developer 3 at ImageTrend, where she has worked since 2017 and serves as a squad lead. She has a diverse background in education and media arts, having held various teaching and instructional roles prior to her transition to software development.
Work at ImageTrend
Amanda Kirchner has been employed at ImageTrend as a Software Developer 3 since 2017. In her role, she serves as a squad lead and is one of the main developers for specific areas of the code base. She has also taken on the responsibility of mentoring new hires, having mentored two employees to date. Her contributions to the team reflect her expertise in software development and her commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Kirchner has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Visual Effects from The Art Institutes International-Minnesota, completing her studies from 2003 to 2007. She later pursued a Full Stack Software Engineering Certification at Prime Digital Academy, where she studied Computer Software Engineering from 2017. Additionally, she holds a Master of Arts in Film Studies from the University of Iowa, completed from 2008 to 2010, and a Bachelor of Arts in Physics from Carleton College, achieved from 1997 to 2001. She also studied Science & Natural History Filmmaking at Montana State University-Bozeman.
Background in Education
Prior to her role in software development, Amanda Kirchner had a significant background in education. She worked as an Adjunct Instructor at the Institute of Production and Recording from 2010 to 2017 and at the Minneapolis Media Institute from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Teacher at Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions from 2011 to 2014. Her experience in teaching and mentoring has contributed to her skills in guiding new hires at ImageTrend.
Career Transition to Software Development
Amanda Kirchner transitioned from a career in media arts education to software development after attending Prime Digital Academy. This shift allowed her to apply her creative skills in a technical environment, leading to her current position at ImageTrend. Her background in film studies and media arts has provided her with a unique perspective in her software development role.
Community Engagement and Hobbies
In addition to her professional pursuits, Amanda Kirchner is actively engaged in her local community. She enjoys visiting taprooms and participating in recreational activities such as Ultimate frisbee and broomball. Amanda also pursues creative hobbies, including knitting nerd-themed attire and homebrewing with friends, which reflect her diverse interests outside of her career.