Hire the Best Instructional Designers in Minnesota

Hello! My name is Deanna Pannier. Thank you for checking out my profile. I have over 15 years of specialized expertise in instructional design and curriculum development. I create interactive learning experiences that lead to lasting behavioral change. My work spans healthcare, government, travel and hospitality, digital marketing, and other industries, giving me insight into what works for different audiences. What I Will Bring to Your Project: Instructional Design I design and develop eLearning courses using proven adult learning principles. I create interactive scenarios, simulations, and assessments to assess learners' understanding. I create microlearning modules and quick-reference training resources, and develop blended learning solutions that combine digital and traditional training methods. Technical Skills & Tools I'm proficient with Articulate Storyline 360 for interactive course development, branching scenarios, and custom interactions. I use Camtasia for video-based training, screen recordings, and multimedia presentations, and Synthesia for AI-powered video creation for scalable, multilingual training content. I work with Canva for the visual design of infographics, job aids, and learning materials, and I also handle Learning Management System (LMS) integration and SCORM compliance. What I Create: I build custom courses from start to finish, including interactive multimedia training modules and video-based learning with professional narration and AI avatars. I design mobile-friendly training for today's learners and add gamification elements to keep people engaged. Industry Experience: My background spans a wide range of industries - travel, consumer packaged goods, healthcare, and entrepreneurship. I've led talent development work across large professional networks, including a program that earned recognition from a leading industry publication. I've worked inside complex, multi-department organizations and in highly regulated industries where getting training right really matters. Through my consulting practice, I've had the chance to work across even more sectors, each with their own unique workforce challenges. That cross-industry experience has given me a solid sense of how different organizations approach developing their people, and what it actually takes to build training that sticks. My Approach I combine adult learning principles with the right technology to create training that people want to complete. My process includes understanding your needs, working closely with your team, building a design, and refining it based on feedback. I focus on creating training that not only informs but also changes how people work. I would love to learn more about your project and how I can help you create impactful training.

I help organizations transform complex information into engaging, compelling digital learning experiences that build confidence, accelerate performance, and support long-term retention. With 17+ years of experience in instructional design, higher education, and workforce development, I specialize in designing eLearning, microlearning, and blended training that is grounded in evidence-based adult learning theory — including Mager-style performance objectives, Bloom’s taxonomy, Gagné’s events of instruction, and the ARCS motivation model. I bring strong experience in: Healthcare & regulated environments System/process training & onboarding Compliance, DEI, and mandatory reporting modules SME partnership & curriculum development Articulate Storyline, Rise, LMS setup & SCORM delivery I hold a Master’s in Education and an Instructional Design certificate, and I maintain a 100% job completion rating on Upwork. My approach combines instructional strategy, clarity, and empathy — ensuring that every learner feels supported and capable as they develop new skills. If you need thoughtful, well-designed learning that drives real behavior change and equips your team for success, I’d love to partner with you.

I create learning material that's engaging, and programs that deliver scalable, repeatable learning results. I do this by prioritizing the learner's experience and making learning content that feels alive. My L&D story began as a high school teacher. Most learning content isn't very engaging. I created most of my lessons from scratch to engage my audience. The difference this made in their engagement as well as what they were able to learn is truly incredible. I carried this mission with me as I moved into the adult learning and leadership space in 2018, and I continue to be fueled by transforming learning from sit-throughs to experiences that feel alive.

Alison is an experienced independent consultant with a proven track record of delivering impactful results for clients across various industries. She has specialized in adult learning and curriculum design for the last 16 years and interactive and graphic design for 20 years. Alison has won two Brandon Hall awards for her work on an eLearning ethics game and a mobile leader coaching app. She has substantial experience in private, non-profit, and public sectors, including global organizations. Skilled in curriculum design, needs analysis, user experience design, and accessibility/Section 508 design, Alison is adept at leading complex projects, including global transformations, gamified training programs, and interactive eLearning solutions. Fluent in Spanish and proficient in a wide range of tools, including Adobe Creative Suite, Articulate 360, and various LMS platforms. Alison has the know-how, experience, and creativity necessary to help you target, measure, and exceed your organizational goals. Recognized for excellence in instructional design and gamification, with a strong focus on improving employee performance and engagement. Skills Curriculum design Needs analysis User experience design and usability testing Accessibility/Section 508 design Storyboarding Adult learning Higher education Working with subject matter experts Fluent in Spanish (Mexican) Technical writing Technical illustration Intercultural communication Graphic design and layout Learning management system implementation Training manuals Editing Collaborative projects Project management software (all) Adobe Captivate (all versions) Adobe Creative Suite (entire suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, etc.) Articulate 360 (entire suite) Articulate Storyline Microsoft Office (all) Learnworlds Camtasia, Bitable, Vyond Drupal/WordPress HTML5/CSS/JavaScript Docebo/SuccessFactors/Blackboard/Workday Learning/D2L LMS Game design and development Video and animation production and post-production (editing) AI chatbot development

*Creating job aids, infographics, presentations, and other polished visual content with graphic design programs like Canva and Adobe Express and micro-learning with 7-Taps *Developing responsive digital learning experiences in Articulate Rise 360, Storyline, and Vyond *Other Tools & Platforms: Google Workspace, Microsoft Word/PowerPoint, Web conferencing tools *Designing end-to-end instructional solutions using ADDIE and adult learning principles *Translating complex concepts into clear, digestible learning materials and assessments *Clear communicator with a background in English Education supporting high-quality writing, editing, and proofreading *Former educator (grades 7–12 ELA) with deep experience in curriculum design, assessments, and instructional strategies *Management experience in restaurant and retail settings, offering practical insight into frontline operations, customer experience, and training needs Additional Roles: *Website review for errors, clarity, alignment, and visual design *AI Training: Evaluation, prompt writing, rubric design, golden response, quality review, voice recording, and data annotation

I thrive on empowering people to be their best and I look forward to partnering with you! Highly motivated Instructional Design Specialist with a Master’s Degree in Education, UX Design Certification, and 19+ years of experience in curriculum design, online and blended course development and implementation. Skilled in needs assessment, instructional design and utilizing technology for effective learning solutions. Experienced in project management, fostering collaboration and delivering engaging courses tailored to specific outcomes. Proficient in various e-learning authoring tools, productivity software, web-based databases and multimedia applications. Committed to creating impactful learning experiences that drive performance and achieve organizational objectives.