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Most organizations don’t have a content problem, they have a learning strategy problem. I help technical, innovation, and education-focused teams design scalable learning systems that transfer complex knowledge, change behavior, and support real-world performance (not just deliver content). My work sits at the intersection of instructional design, technical subject matter, and product thinking. I’ve designed professional learning, technical training, and digital learning experiences across education, technology, and innovation-driven organizations, including complex domains such as data centers and emerging technology. Clients work with me when they need more than slides, they need clarity, structure, and learning systems that actually work. What I do best: - Learning strategy & architecture - Training needs analysis and curriculum frameworks - Learning journeys for technical or complex topics - Scenario-based learning design for behavior change - Training systems design (not just individual courses) Technical & professional learning design: - eLearning development (Storyline, Rise, AI-supported workflows) - Professional learning and curriculum design - Technical training content for specialized domains - Interactive and scenario-based modules Consulting & optimization: - Improving existing training for engagement and impact - Structuring large or messy content into clear learning pathways - Aligning training with business or organizational goals I bring 10+ years of experience in education and curriculum design, combined with hands-on experience in instructional design, product technology, and innovation-focused projects. My approach blends pedagogical expertise with business and technical understanding — which is why clients trust me with complex, high-stakes learning initiatives. If you’re looking for someone who can think strategically about learning and also execute with precision, I’d love to discuss your project. I also offer structured Training & eLearning Blueprint services for teams who want clarity before development.

I help healthcare organizations turn complex information into clear, engaging, and effective learning experiences. I only use AI tools with your permission, but I have extensive experience using them for course creation to control costs while creating stunning design. I specialize in developing accredited courses and competency-based training for healthcare professionals. My background includes work with DNP graduate programs, nursing schools, medical device manufacturers, and medical professional associations. I’ve also created pre-med programs and social work certification courses — all designed with a strong understanding of adult learning, clinical accuracy, and regulatory alignment. Specialties include: - CEU-eligible and accreditation-ready course development - Clinical simulations and medical device demonstrations (Articulate Rise & Storyline) - Competency-based training design - Interactive anatomy and physiology content - Experience authoring training with Articulate Rise and Storyline, Camtasia, and many other tools. - Always trying new AI training and development tools. I would love to try out a new tool or project with you if you want to experiment! If you're building eLearning for medical professionals, regulatory training, or health-focused academic programs, I can help ensure your content is both educationally sound and clinically accurate. Let’s connect and explore how I can help your next healthcare training initiative succeed.

I’m currently a High School ELA Teacher and Instructional Designer on Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT), where I create and sell innovative resources for classrooms worldwide. In this role, I also design all of my own social media content, product previews, thumbnails, and graphics using Canva, ensuring each resource is visually engaging and professionally presented while driving traffic to my store. I am transitioning from the classroom to explore the world of freelancing. I’m excited to offer services in copywriting, proofreading, virtual assisting, instructional design, content creation, and more! With my experience in education and design, I’m ready to bring a fresh perspective and high-quality work to new projects and clients. With my experience as an English Teacher and Instructional Designer, I have developed a strong skill set to deliver high-quality work across a variety of areas, including: - Canva Design: Crafting product covers, logos, social media graphics, newsletters, and more - Proofreading and Editing - Copywriting - Project Management - Curriculum Development & Instructional Design - Content Creation - Social Media Marketing - Book Reviews - Strong Communication - Strong Time Management I'm excited to assist you with your projects!

I help organizations turn complex ideas into engaging learning experiences and visually stunning presentations. With over 20 years in education, instructional design, and strategic communications, I specialize in transforming content into polished, professional materials that educate, inspire, and drive action. What I Offer: 🎓 Instructional Design & Course Development – Convert raw content into clear, structured online learning (LMS setup, facilitator guides, certification programs). 🎨 PowerPoint & Canva Design – Build visually cohesive decks, workshop toolkits, and branded templates that tell your story with impact. 🧩 Workshop & Training Content – Design facilitator-led sessions, worksheets, and participant materials that balance clarity and creativity. 💼 Corporate Learning & Strategy Materials – Develop executive presentations, transformation guides, and toolkits that align teams and communicate vision. Why Clients Hire Me: ✔️ Fast, reliable delivery with clear communication. ✔️ Strong design sense + deep learning expertise. ✔️ Experience across education, nonprofit, and corporate sectors. ✔️ A collaborative partner who makes your content shine. Let’s create something that looks great and truly works for your audience.

I help schools, education companies, and organizations build clear, accurate, and engaging STEM content — and I help small businesses and educational institutions meet their environmental, health, and safety obligations with confidence. My Background: Master’s Degree in Chemistry with 15+ years teaching high school and college chemistry/biology (including AP courses and college Organic Chemistry). 7 Years as a K-12 Building Administrator (Principal), providing me with an operational understanding of corporate budgets, timelines, approval chains, and implementation realities. State-Commissioned Notary Public & Incoming Loan Signing Agent (LSA), establishing a baseline of rigorous federal/state background compliance, data security, and verified institutional trust. Services include mobile notarizations, loan signings, and apostille document authentication for international use. Founder of Catalyst Safety Consulting LLC, an Ohio-based firm focused on chemical hygiene, lab safety, and OSHA/PERRP compliance. Core Services Provided Asynchronously: Technical Writing & Ghostwriting: Authoring high-authority B2B articles, whitepapers, blog content, and newsletters for chemical suppliers, safety software firms, and biotech platforms. I specialize in ghostwriting for executives who need complex scientific concepts and safety data translated into engaging, reader-friendly prose. (Publisher of "The Safety Brief" industry newsletter). Instructional Design & Curriculum Architecture: Developing executive-ready training manuals, course units, assessments, digital lab activities, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for science classrooms and corporate EdTech companies. EHS Compliance & Document Architecture: Executing remote Chemical Hygiene Plan audits (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1450), chemical inventory data formatting, storage review protocols, and digital Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management frameworks. STEM Subject Matter Expertise: High-level scientific fact-checking, content review, and technical editing for publishers and organizations needing an absolute guarantee of scientific accuracy.I work efficiently from my desk, communicate with clear executive presence, and deliver completely on time. If you need an autonomous, legally verified partner who understands both the technical science and the practical operational realities of getting a project done, let's connect.

𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗲𝗿 | 𝗲𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿 | 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 | 𝗨𝗽𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝘀 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗱 | $𝟭𝗠+ 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 | 𝟮𝟱𝟬+ 𝗨𝗽𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 | 𝗨.𝗦.-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 | 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 | 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 | 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 $𝟰𝟱 - $𝟳𝟱/𝗵𝗿. 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗲 I design learning that changes how people perform — from startups to enterprise and every size between, across a wide range of industries. -Clients come to me after failing to find a responsive expert with the complete skillset. -Clients come to me when they're unsure where to start when building a course, of any kind. -Clients come to me when they just need help! They want a strategic learning partner who unites instructional design, learner experience, business goals, and technology — and reliably drives projects from concept to completion — and fast! In addition, I bring deep experience across healthcare, life sciences, financial services, insurance, manufacturing, transportation, and government — including highly regulated, compliance-driven environments. If that's the type of partner you're looking for, then let's talk. 𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗕𝗬 AbbVie • BNSF Railway • Cleveland Clinic • ExxonMobil • FedEx • Fifth Third Bank • Healthfirst • Nationwide • PNC Bank • State Farm • Supreme Court of Ohio • Tesla • Teva Pharmaceuticals • UCLA • USC • Verizon • And More! 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗦 𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗘 ✔️ Reduced new-hire onboarding from 8 to 5 weeks for a 250-person operations team ✔️ Increased mandatory compliance completion from 82% to 98% through learner-centered eLearning ✔️ Saved ~$175K annually by converting 120 hours of instructor-led training to self-paced online ✔️ Developed 130+ self-paced modules replacing instructor-led delivery across business units ✔️ Improved assessment scores 25% by redesigning technical training with scenario-based learning ✔️ Accelerated course development 35–50% with AI workflows and standardized Storyline/Rise templates ✔️ Launched multilingual eLearning in 5+ languages for global audiences ✔️ Designed training adopted by 10,000+ learners across healthcare, manufacturing, government, and finance ✔️ Raised learner satisfaction from 3.9 to 4.8/5 following a full course redesign 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗜 𝗗𝗢 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 ⚫ Custom eLearning in Articulate Storyline 360 & Rise 360 ⚫ Rapid elearning/course development using today's latest technologies ⚫ Converting PowerPoint, PDFs, SOPs & SME knowledge into interactive courses ⚫ Building new training programs from concept through launch ⚫ Onboarding programs that cut ramp-up time and improve consistency ⚫ Converting instructor-led training (ILT) into online, blended & self-paced learning ⚫ Expert review, QA & validation of existing courses and content — instructional quality, accuracy, and compliance ⚫ Localizing & translating courses into other languages — or building new multilingual training from scratch ⚫ Rescuing stalled or struggling training projects ⚫ Section 508 / WCAG remediation 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗧 𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗪 & 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 Already have content? I'll review and validate your existing courses, storyboards, and materials — checking instructional soundness, accuracy, learning objectives, assessment quality, accessibility, and compliance before you launch. A fast, high-value way to protect your investment and catch issues early. 𝗠𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗟 & 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗭𝗘𝗗 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 Training a global or multilingual workforce? I localize existing courses into additional languages — or build new ones in the languages you need — handling on-screen text, narration, graphics, and layout so each version feels native, not just translated. Using AI voice and video, I produce professional multilingual narration quickly and cost-effectively, and deliver multi-language SCORM/xAPI packages ready for your LMS. 𝗔𝗜-𝗘𝗡𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗗 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 I use AI components to build faster and more interactive training without sacrificing quality — AI-assisted content and scenario design, plus professional AI video and voice that replace costly studio shoots. 𝗧𝗢𝗢𝗟𝗦 Articulate 360 (Storyline & Rise) • Adobe Captivate • Artlist • Camtasia • HeyGen • Synthesia • Vyond • ElevenLabs • Revoicer • ChatGPT • Claude • Adobe Creative Cloud • Absorb • Cornerstone • LearnWorlds • Reach • TalentLMS • Thinkific • WordPress & More! 𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗪𝗘'𝗟𝗟 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗧𝗢𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 I follow a proven, repeatable process with every client. My engagement options include: hourly, fixed-price, milestone, or retainer. Every project begins with a complimentary discovery call to align on goals, timeline, and outcomes. Once a contract is in place, we will a schedule a formal project kickoff call to discuss the particulars. 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧? Send me the details about your project. I'll reply with my initial thoughts. No pressure and no obligation.