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Umesh J.

Brampton, Canada

$100/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I have a strong experience in designing and developing courses and building content using instructional design principles and various e-learning software for the corporate professionals.I worked with subject matter experts, and trainers to determine their main learning objective; I then developed and structured training content in a way that best delivers the information to learners to most adequately meet the predetermined objectives. I am thoroughly familiar and comfortable with multi-media in various forms and can utilize these media to most efficiently deliver educational content. My superior communication skills allow me to transmit knowledge in a way that is easily understood by all kinds of learners.

  • Instructional Design
  • Adobe Captivate
  • Articulate Storyline
  • Elearning
  • Training Needs Analysis
  • Training Design
  • Camtasia
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • SnagIt
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Publisher
  • Vyond
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • ChatGPT
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot
  • Adult Education
  • Training Materials
  • Compliance Training
  • Training & Development
  • ERP Software
Carmen M.

Calgary, Canada

$45/hr
5.0
2 jobs

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)

  • Instructional Design
  • Articulate Storyline
  • Elearning
  • Elearning Design
  • Learning Management System
  • Online Instruction
  • Higher Education
  • Articulate Rise
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Content Writing
  • Learning Theory
  • Project Management
  • Copywriting
  • Curriculum Design
  • Storyboarding
  • Curriculum Development
Faiza M.

Calgary, Canada

$28/hr
4.9
11 jobs

As an experienced instructional designer & course developer I specialize in crafting engaging, learner-centric educational experiences for diverse audiences. With a strong foundation in adult learning principles and instructional design theories, I excel in transforming complex concepts into accessible and interactive content that enhances comprehension and retention. My expertise includes working with leading e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline 360, Rise 360, Studio 360, Adobe Captivate, Canva and Camtasia, as well as design tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro). Additionally, I am proficient in creating impactful presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint and excel to create story boards for Power point and storyline slides and leveraging its advanced features for visually dynamic and interactive learning experiences. I have designed a variety of instructional materials, including e-learning modules, blended learning programs, interactive simulations, and gamified learning experiences. I am skilled in integrating multimedia elements, assessments, and scenario-based learning to ensure an engaging and effective learning journey. Available for long term and short term projects.

  • Articulate Storyline
  • Elearning
  • Elearning Design
  • Articulate Rise
  • Adult Education
  • Presentation Design
  • Content Creation
  • Training & Development
  • Storyboarding
  • Articulate Engage
  • Articulate Studio
  • PowerPoint Presentation
  • Canva
  • Canvas
  • Microsoft Word
Janie V.

Calgary, Canada

$150/hr
5.0
41 jobs

Hi, I’m Janie! 👋 I’m a freelance Instructional Designer & Learning Strategy Consultant. I partner with innovative organizations and startups to build learning experiences that drive real results. Services I provide ————————— ✅ Instructional design & e-learning: Create engaging, interactive training programs (self-paced, virtual, and in-person) tailored to your audience. ✅ Leadership development & employee development: Design and manage global leadership programs, onboarding, mentorship, and employee experience initiatives. ✅ Client education & enablement: Build and refresh learning content across industries, from accessibility training to compliance, healthcare, and leadership. ✅ Program management: Lead end-to-end program planning, communications, and measuring impact. ✅ Facilitation: Create and facilitate workshops for various audiences. Experience Highlights ————————— ✨ Managed global leadership development programs at Benevity, including onboarding, virtual workshops, in-person summits, and enablement resources. ✨ Designed digital accessibility training for product and engineering teams at Fable (Upskill courses). ✨ Supported 27+ global clients as a learning experience consultant, including Peloton Interactive, Kimberly-Clark, Harvard Medical School, Indeed, and Superior Glove. ✨ Built a company-wide L&D strategy at Wrk Technologies, scaling from 40 to 100+ employees while raising employee NPS and role mastery scores. Industries I’ve Worked In ————————— Technology | SaaS | Healthcare | Higher Education | Nonprofit | Consumer Products | Government | Manufacturing | Fitness Tools & Platforms ————————— Articulate 360 Storyline & Rise | Vyond | Powtoon | Camtasia | Learning Management Systems (LMS) | ElevenLabs | Wellsaid Labs | Adobe Creative Suite | Google Slides | PowerPoint Why Work With Me ————————— Clients work with me when they need a strategic partner who can both design and deliver. I combine an academic background in Industrial/Organizational Psychology with hands-on expertise in instructional design, facilitation, and program management. My work balances research-based methods with practical solutions that make learning stick.

  • Instructional Design
  • Course
  • Elearning
  • Elearning Design
  • Online Instruction
  • Workshop
  • Curriculum Development
  • Program Curriculum
  • Training & Development
  • Curriculum Design
  • Articulate
  • Web Design
  • Video Design
  • Presentation Design
  • Kajabi
Christell S.

Regina, Canada

$20/hr
4.8
23 jobs

★ Hi, I am Christell ★ I help you to deliver results by designing learning content or helping you manage your tasks your project tasks. I am an instructional designer and e-Learning developer who is passionate about making learning meaningful and engaging. For the past 5 years, I have been designing instructional opportunities for diverse learners. I have over 10 years experience as a classroom teacher and bring a wealth of practical knowledge and experience in designing learning content that would be most suitable, and engaging for learners (5 to 17 years). I am also a facilitator of adult learning, both in-person and virtua facilitation. I can design learning content including templates, worksheets, quizzes, assessments, learning videos, animated content, audio recordings and graphics. I can convert your content into e-books, animated videos, PowerPoint presentations, case studies, digital games or online courses. I am a highly-organized and quick-learning individual able to work independently, communicate clearly, and manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. I have experience managing high stake projects and collaborating with stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs). In terms of project support, I can help you manage project tasks through products such as Trello, Asana, Click up or Notion. I can map detailed processes using Microsoft Visio or Lucid chart. Skills: Instructional Design | e-Learning Development | Training | Coaching | Implementation | Adult Education | Project Management | Distance Learning | Leadership | Instruction | Curriculum Design | Technical Writing | Mentoring | Presenting | Onboarding | Collaboration | Agile | Scenario Based Learning | Content Development | Video Editing | Audio Editing | Quality Assurance (QA) Technology: Articulate Rise 360 | Vyond | Camtasia | Google Suite | Microsoft PowerPoint | Zoom | Asana | Trello | Slack | Canva | Kahoot | Mentimeter | Slido | Miro I Notion I Visio I Microsoft Planner I Lucid chart I Moodle LMS I Clickup Other tools that I have advanced proficiency in: Accounting - QuickBooks, Video editing - Capcut, Email marketing - Mailchimp, Search Engine Optimization - Google Key word search and Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing - Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Please reach out to me so that I cam get started on your project ASAP. Looking forward to helping you to achieve your goals.

  • Wix
  • Microsoft Office
  • Communications
  • Social Media Management
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Project Management
  • Process Optimization
  • Writing
  • Process Documentation
  • Research Documentation
  • Proofreading
  • Research Papers
  • Template Design
  • Editing & Proofreading
Talisa C.

Calgary, Canada

$40/hr
5.0
12 jobs

Hello! I'm an experienced instructional designer specializing in creating engaging and interactive e-learning solutions. With a strong background in instructional design and expertise in tools like Articulate Rise, Articulate Storyline, Canva, and multiple learning management systems (Kajabi, Thinkific, etc.), I can develop high-quality training materials that captivate learners and drive results. I bring concepts to life by integrating multimedia elements, interactive activities, and visually appealing content. I am well-versed in adult learning principles and instructional design models, ensuring learner-centred courses that maximize knowledge retention. If you're seeking an instructional designer who can transform your training goals into impactful e-learning solutions, let's collaborate and elevate your training initiatives to new heights. Specialties: Adult Education, Distance Education, Technologies for Education, LMS, Articulate, Kajabi, Thinkific

  • Instructional Design
  • Adobe Captivate
  • Elearning
  • Training Design
  • Lesson Plan Writing
  • ESL Teaching
  • Research & Development
  • Elearning LMS Consulting
  • Curriculum Design
  • Education

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