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Senior Instructional Designer | eLearning & AI Training Videos | LMS & Course Development Hi, I’m Melissa, a Senior Instructional Designer and eLearning Developer who helps organizations turn complex information into clear, engaging learning experiences. I design and build courses that are practical, learner-focused, and easy to scale. Whether that’s a polished microlearning, a full LMS rollout, or AI-powered training videos that save time without sacrificing quality. What I specialize in: → Instructional Design & eLearning Development Engaging, instructionally sound courses built with tools like Articulate Storyline & Rise, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, and Descript. → AI Training Videos & Multimedia Professional training videos, voiceovers, and AI-enhanced content using Synthesia-style workflows, Premiere Pro, Camtasia, Descript, and ElevenLabs. → LMS Setup & Course Delivery LMS configuration, course builds, reporting, and learner support across platforms such as Docebo, Moodle, Kajabi, Thinkific, and LearnUpon. → Curriculum & Adult Learning Design Certified in Adult Education, with a strong focus on assessment strategy, learner engagement, and real-world application. What I’ve done → Designed and developed interactive eLearning that simplifies complex or technical content for professional audiences. → Managed LMS platforms end-to-end — from setup and course uploads to learner tracking and reporting. → Produced instructional videos and voiceovers that improve clarity, engagement, and completion rates. → Applied evidence-based instructional design models to ensure learning is effective, not just visually appealing. → And more! Tools & expertise: → Authoring & Development: Articulate 360 (Storyline & Rise), Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Genially, Descript → LMS Platforms: Docebo, Moodle, LearnUpon, Thinkific, Kajabi & more → Video & Audio: Adobe Premiere Pro, Audacity, Canva, scriptwriting & storyboarding → Standards & Delivery: SCORM, xAPI, MP4, LMS packaging and deployment → Instructional Design: ADDIE, rapid eLearning, curriculum mapping, assessments How I can support your project: → End-to-end course design and eLearning development → LMS setup, optimization, and course delivery → AI-powered and traditional training videos with professional voiceover → Scriptwriting, storyboarding, and course localization → Converting PPTs, PDFs, manuals, or SOPs into engaging digital learning I combine strong instructional strategy, creative storytelling, and technical expertise to create learning experiences that are clear, engaging, and aligned with real business goals. If you’re looking for a thoughtful, reliable learning partner (not just a course builder) I’d love to collaborate.

I’m an end-to-end Instructional Designer with 6+ years of experience creating impactful learning experiences across industries like healthcare, construction, tech, and higher education. Whether it's compliance training, onboarding programs, or performance-based learning, I bring a structured yet creative approach to every stage of the instructional design process. 🔍 Upfront Analysis & Discovery: I begin by conducting thorough needs analyses—meeting with stakeholders, facilitating SME interviews, and reviewing existing materials to identify performance gaps and define measurable learning outcomes. 📄 Clear Documentation & Scoping: From high-level curriculum maps to detailed storyboards and content outlines, I create clean, well-structured documentation that ensures clarity and alignment before development begins. 🎨 Design & Prototyping: I build customized templates and visual prototypes that are tailored to your brand, audience, and learning objectives—applying principles of adult learning, accessibility, and UX. 💻 Development & Authoring Tools: Skilled in a variety of tools including: Articulate 360 (Storyline, Rise) Camtasia for video-based learning Canva / Adobe Suite for graphics and visual storytelling LMS platforms (SCORM/xAPI-ready uploads) Whether you're building a new course from scratch or reworking outdated training, I bring a consultative mindset, sharp attention to detail, and a commitment to results-driven learning design. Let’s create learning that sticks—and works.

Expert in transforming your vision to reality for training e-courses Practiced in - industry-standard course creation software: Articulate RISE , Storyline 360 - with various LMS platforms: TalentLMS, Thinkific, Core Achieve; - researching appropriate videos, images, etc for illustrating the content Your eLearning course will - be well-organized - include interactive components - support the learner with check-ins and final exams - be interesting through the use of graphics, images, and videos - reflect your brand through color, visuals, audio, voice-over and logos The sources for your course materials can be manuals, books, storyboards, or even a well-detailed discussion. Most recently, I have been developing apprenticeship courses that follow government standards. The participants enjoy the well-organised, interactive learning environment highlighting related video content. Check-in activities such as multiple choice questions, sorting ideas, dialogues, scenarios, summaries and Q&As ensure that the participants have acquired the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the learning outcomes.

I design engaging learning experiences for organizations, entrepreneurs, and individuals who want to share their expertise, scale their programs, or train their teams. With over 25 years of experience, I turn ideas—big or small—into polished, interactive, and professional digital courses. I’ve worked with global brands (Stanley Black & Decker, Natural Diamond Council, Tiffany & Co., Honda, Shoppers Drug Mart), leadership consultants and authors (Jacqueline Wales, Gordon Tredgold, 304 Coaching, Epic Leaders), startups and nonprofits, and individual professionals launching their first online course. My education and certifications in project management, leadership development, career planning, property management, sales and marketing, onboarding, and technical software contribute significantly to my knowledge and skill base. Drawing on my background in education and adult learning theory, I have applied these skills to developing, planning, researching, and writing across many areas—including genealogy. What I Deliver ✔️ Custom eLearning: simulations, scenarios, animations, microlearning ✔️ Course creation for entrepreneurs and startups (from concept to launch) ✔️ Blended & virtual training (facilitator guides, playbooks, coaching supports) ✔️ Workshop-to-online conversions (Rise, Storyline, Captivate, Lectora) ✔️ LMS setup & SCORM/xAPI integration (Moodle, Canvas, Litmos, Docebo, Workday, Absorb, and more) ✔️ Inclusive & accessible design (WCAG 2.1, culturally responsive learning) Tools I Use: Authoring: Articulate 360 (Rise & Storyline), Captivate, Lectora, iSpring, EasyGenerator, Camtasia Design & Media: Adobe Creative Suite, Vyond, Powtoon, Canva LMS Platforms: Moodle, Litmos, TalentLMS, Brightspace, SuccessFactors, Docebo, Workday, Absorb Collaboration: Zoom, Teams, WebEx, SurveyMonkey, Kahoot, Quizlet Recent Highlights: Helped an author transform her book into a scalable online program, complete with self-paced modules and facilitator guides. Built a startup’s first digital training program, creating an interactive course from scratch in Rise 360. Designed culturally inclusive leadership programs for Indigenous learners, boosting engagement and retention. Produced global onboarding programs used by luxury retailers worldwide. Whether you’re a large company, a small startup, or an individual expert, I’ll help you turn your knowledge into powerful learning experiences that engage, inspire, and deliver results. Let’s bring your vision to life.

Most clients come to me saying "we need a course on X." My first job is to find out whether training is even the right fix. Sometimes the real problem is a broken process or a documentation gap that no course will solve, and I'll tell you that up front before you spend money building the wrong thing. When training is the answer, I build it to change behavior on the job, not just check a compliance box. I've spent 10+ years designing learning for technical, safety, and compliance-heavy environments, including oil and gas, legal, and construction. That means I already understand how regulated work operates: the documentation standards, the legal exposure, and the reason a "Next" button sometimes needs to stay locked for 60 seconds on a policy slide so nobody skims content that matters. You won't spend weeks bringing me up to speed on how your industry works. What I bring to a project: • Front-end analysis to find the real performance gap before anything gets built (ADDIE or SAM, depending on what the project needs) • Course design grounded in adult learning theory, with measurable objectives and assessments that test the right skill instead of just recall • Production-ready builds in Articulate Storyline 360 and Rise 360 • LMS setup and configuration (Moodle, Litmos, TalentLMS) so learning paths and progress tracking actually work • Clear SME collaboration and tight scope management, so projects don't quietly balloon mid-build A few things you can count on: I keep communication plain, you'll see the work along the way with no surprise reveals, and I deliver in the formats your team already uses. I hold an M.Ed in Educational Technology and I'm a certified TESOL instructor, which shows up in how carefully I handle language and clarity. If you have a performance problem and you're not even sure training is the answer, send me the details. I'll tell you what I'd actually recommend. TESTIMONIALS 1. "She jumped into an industry that is difficult for many on the inside to understand and communicate... I learned a lot about how to better communicate our products and processes." — Training Manager, SafeWorks LLC (BrandSafway) 2. "Carmen can take a project from start to finish, from learning analysis to e-learning creation and design. She is highly efficient without compromising quality." — Instructional Designer (Managed Directly)

Hello! I'm Zulqar, a passionate and seasoned Instructional Designer and Learning Experience Designer with over 8 years of expertise in crafting high-impact, engaging, and learner-centric solutions. I've had the privilege of partnering with global Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, and educational institutions to develop and deliver transformative learning experiences that resonate with diverse audiences, industries, and learning styles. As a skilled professional, I specialize in creating customized, interactive, and results-driven learning experiences that drive performance improvement. My goal is to empower your learners and help your organization achieve its strategic objectives. Core Competencies: - Instructional Design: ADDIE, SAM, Agile methodologies, and storyboard creation - Learning Experience Design: eLearning, blended learning, ILT, customized interactions, and advanced animations - Multimedia Production: Sound/audio synchronization, eLearning localization, video and audio editing - Authoring Tools: Articulate Storyline/Rise, Adobe Captivate, and custom-built Storyline slides - Design & Prototyping: PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/InDesign/XD - Assessment & Evaluation: Customized quizzing, learning analytics, KPIs, and ROI analysis - Tech Stack: Adobe Premiere/AfterEffects, Adobe Audition/Isotope RX, LMS/LXP integration I believe in staying up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in the learning industry, ensuring your learning solutions are innovative, engaging, and future-proof. My agile, data-driven, and collaborative approach allows me to work closely with stakeholders to fine-tune every aspect of your learning projects for maximum impact. If you're searching for a dynamic expert to revolutionize your organization's learning landscape, let's connect! Send me a message, and together we'll design learning experiences that inspire, empower, and deliver results.