About me

Hello!
Thank you kindly for taking the time to review my website. This page is written directly to you, and the rest of the website is in the third person. Please download my resume for an overview of skills, tools, and experience and visit the Portfolio page for work samples, including content and video development using AI tools.

Overall:
Hopefully, there's an exciting learning experience we can create together. I'm seeking instructional design opportunities that may also include training delivery and course development management. My goal is to contribute in a truly positive way to the world, as I work with an aligned team of compassionate and creative professionals.

What I bring to the table:
It's always interesting how others see you, isn't it? When I look at recent recommendations I've received from managers and colleagues there are certain words that stand out repeatedly:

• "Talented and insightful

• Collaborative and excellent communicator

• Deep knowledge of instructional design

• On-time delivery that exceeds expectations

• Ability to tackle complex and demanding projects

• Calm and a pleasure to work with

• Produces training that aligns to organizational needs and metrics

• A true professional"

I feel grateful for all the creative and supportive colleagues I've been privileged to work with.

Skills

Software:
Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Captivate, Articulate 360/Storyline/Rise, Intrepid, Camtasia, Clipchamp, Vyond, MS Office Suite, WordPress, SharePoint, Salesforce/CRM Systems, Google Suite, Teams, Microsoft Stream, Slack, Basecamp.

AI Tools:
Microsoft 365 Copilot including specialized agents such as Visual Creator, Content Development Copilot, and Customer Research Copilot, Synthesia, Chat GPT, Microsoft’s AI image generator, Midjourney Bot image creator, Canva image creation tool, Clipchamp narration generator, WellSaid Labs narration creation, Vyond animation and avatars, 7taps micro learning creation tool.
 

Processes:
AI rapid development, adaptive learning systems, needs analysis, project management, writing, content curation, video production and editing, micro learning development, ADDIE, SAM, Agile (with use of the Scrum framework), and Human-centered design (HCD), training delivery, facilitation, moderation, process flow mapping, globalization localization, accessibility compliance including section 508 and use of WCAG A-AAA standards, LMS management, learning experience platform development (LXI), supporting data-driven learning analytics, gamification, and scenario-based learning.
 

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Career roles:
My career has been diverse and has included roles as an instructional systems designer, project and program manager, communications and public relations director, trainer and facilitator, video producer, and manager/leader of organizations. 

Recent professional work:
Most recently I've been creating self-paced and instructor-led online learning experiences for Microsoft Corporation, supporting marketing and sales staff and customer specialists in enhancing their skills. Before working at Microsoft, I produced online trainings for classroom teachers and lawyers around the world. I also developed and co-facilitated diverse education programs for a large hospital system in New Mexico, including in-person, live-virtual events, computer-based, and hybrid curricula.

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ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND

Energy systems leading into video production leading into instructional design:
My career began with studying the management of energy systems in society, and working with governmental and not-for-profit organizations that deliver energy systems. (Recently I have applied this knowledge in designing training about solar energy systems.) Later I became a professional video producer for educational institutions and  corporations, and from there I moved into developing training programs. Along the way I received a Master of Education in Instructional Systems Design, and gained experience as a trainer, training program coordinator, and process improvement consultant in manufacturing companies and hospitals. Later I became a video producer for private clients as well as public television in Oregon and New Mexico.

Communications, PR, and Training Delivery: 
My role as a Director of Communications, creating outreach and PR campaigns for a national non-profit that supported families of children with special needs, was extremely rewarding. Before and after I directed two non-profits based in New Mexico, including training acupuncturists across the country in trauma recovery intervention and Heart Math resilience skills. I also earned a certification in professional coaching and worked with private clients as a small business and career coach. As well, I became certified as a DiSC facilitator, acudetox practitioner for trauma and addiction recovery, trainer through Peak Potentials Training Company, and public speaker through public speaking trainer Richard Greene.

Work as a writer:
I've been a writer for three publishing companies, and have authored and co-authored two books of my own.

Personal interests:
Throughout my life I've had a passion for personal development, health, multi-cultural learning and supporting others' growth. So, much of my career has been guided by working with organizations that align with these interests. I've also been a long-time meditator and yoga student.

These days I live in Nephi, Utah, and enjoy gardening, hiking, homestead building, and community volunteer work in my free time.