"I've found some of the best e-learning developers have a background in video production. . . ." Ruth Clark, Evidence Based Training Methods
I am currently the Instructional Design and Technology Specialist for the Danya Institute. This means I create training materials in various media to support those in the fields of behavioral health and addiction treatment.
I pride myself on being one of those rare people who can be both organized and creative at the same time. My background in educational documentary filmmaking has developed my skills in multitasking, project management and graphic design. I'm familiar with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite software including Photoshop, Flash, Captivate, Premier Limited and InDesign. I videotape and edit in Final Cut Pro X. I really enjoy learning about Instructional Design and keeping up with current trends. Here are some samples of what I can do:
E-LEARNING MODULES WITH CAPTIVATE
Judo Learning Module - template and other graphics with Photoshop, introduction done with Flash
Finding and Using Free Images Module - template and other graphics with Photoshop, features a simulation, Flash element and knowledge of intellectual property
Intro to Sara and Audience Archtyping - worked independently with a subject matter expert in South Africa to create this 20 minute online university course for PSI International (a global health non-profit)
POWERPOINT PRESENTATION/WEBINAR
Internet Forums: An Imperfect Example of Informal Learning - custom template made in Photoshop
WRITING
Blogs - ISD - using Wordpress About American Feud - using Blogger
Click here to request sample lesson plans, storyboards and design plans - done with Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Click here to see a front end and training needs analysis on a wiki that I created
Academic papers on the uses of film in adult education and best practices for e-learning
WEBPAGES
American Feud: A History of Conservatives and Liberals - designed with Photoshop, Dreamweaver and CSS
Nerds make Media - designed with Dreamweaver and CSS (blog with Wordpress)
Safe House of Hope - HTML 5 Responsive Wordpress site created for this sanctuary for trafficked girls in Baltimore
EDUCATIONAL DOCUMENTARIES
American Feud: A History of Conservatives and Liberals - co-producer, researcher, marketing and outreach coordinator
The Story of Dr Cheng Se Tseo in his Own Words - producer, director, researcher of this 30 minute documentary that aired on 2 public broadcasting stations in Pennsylania
Sensei Fran Kicks "A" (working title) - short video portrait
INTERACTIVE BOOKS
Click here or here or here to see three books I gave a new life to by converting to Ipad format and putting into the Itunes library.
Geothermal 101 - what is it, and will it work for you? - (currently in production)
VIDEOGRAHPY/EDITING
Click here or here to see conferences that I videotaped and edited.
RESUME
EDUCATION
I have a Bachelors degree in Film from Penn State's School of Communications and graduated with Honors. I have completed Graduate Certificates in Instructional Technology and Instructional Design from UMBC. I have a 4.0 grade point average and am more than halfway done with the requirements of a Masters Degree.
