Finola O'Driscoll
Birmingham,UK
Summary
An experienced Instructional Designer with 5 + years of expertise in developing engaging learning materials and e-learning solutions. Skilled in analysing training needs, designing curriculums and evaluating program effectiveness. Proficient in using authoring tools, learning management systems and multimedia to create dynamic modules. A strong communicator, capable of collaborating with subject matter experts and stakeholders to deliver high-quality learning experiences. Committed to staying updated on industry trends and best practices to provide innovative learning solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Learning Designer
Independent Contracts
Birmingham, UK
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Design engaging and interactive learning materials for various courses, incorporating multimedia elements to enhance content delivery and increase learner engagement.
- Analyse end user needs and current skills to develop targeted instructional strategies and course modules, utilising rapid authoring tools including Moodle and Storyline.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement training after successful completion of assessments and tests.
- Achieved enhanced training program effectiveness by implementing evaluation methodologies, leveraging measurable metrics to assess effectiveness of instructional materials in attaining desired outcomes.
- Mastered utilisation of diverse software applications including Articulate Storyline 360 and Adobe Creative Cloud, increasing proficiency in digital content creation and instructional design.
- Streamlined knowledge acquisition process by identifying Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and fostering collaborative partnerships for information and resource gathering.
E-Learning Designer & Educator
Athy College
Co. Kildare, Ireland
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Designed and delivered scenario-based learning experiences to meet audience requirements of 500+ learners and help them improve their communication skills.
- Developed complex presenter-led training development sessions on effective instructional strategies to help 25+ adult learners better serve end-users.
- Created assessment and measurement strategies to understand learning needs and ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality of learning experiences.
- Communicated with 30+ stakeholders across the organisation to analyse needs of 350+ diverse learners and design curriculum and learning content to meet audiences’ needs.
- Partnered with instructional team members regarding learning design to deliver weekly workshops that help learners acclimate to a new environment.
- Outlined evaluation strategies of learner data to develop effective learning solutions for knowledge transfer.
- Incorporated gamification techniques into course design, boosting learner motivation and engagement.
Learning Designer & Educator
Oak Wood School
London, UK
03.2020 - 06.2023
- Developed and tailored educational curriculum to accommodate diverse array of learner needs, including various learning styles and disabilities.
- Designed innovative training programs and practical exercises, managing and implementing daily instruction for 120 learners.
- Collaborated with departments and subject matter experts to ensure curriculum's alignment with educational goals.
- Crafted and upheld top-notch lesson plans, documentation, and resources.
- Engaged in ongoing professional development initiatives to remain abreast of cutting-edge teaching methodologies and augment educator competencies.
- Boosted students' success in exams by managing lessons and schemes of work
- Proactively addressed content gaps and facilitated continuous improvement by responding to and integrating feedback from fellow educators
Education
Master of Education - eLearning & Secondary Education
Hibernia College
09.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English & Social Science
Thomas Edison State University
09.2013 - 06.2016
Skills
- Communication and Feedback
- ELearning Development
- Curriculum Development
- Visual Design
- Multimedia Content
- Team Collaboration
- Data Management
- Leadership & Management
- Problem Resolution
- Differentiated Instruction Specialist
- Needs Assessment & Analysis
- Cognitive Learning
Certification
- Train the Trainer, 09/14
- Certificate in Technical Communication, 02/24
Technical Proficiencies
Microsoft Office | Google Workspace | Articulate Storyline 360 | Vyond | Camtasia | Microsoft Visio & Project | Adobe Creative Cloud | LMS Admin (Blackboard, Moodle, WordPress) | H5P | Venngage | Canva | Kami | Zoom | Loom |
Professional Skills
Project Management | eLearning development | ADDIE | Sam | Bloom’s Taxonomy | Micro Learning | Blended Learning | Job Aids | Needs Analysis | Storyboards | Design Documents | Quality Assurance (QA) | Simulations | Virtual Instructor Led Theory | Application of Adult Learning | Content Mapping | Kirkpatrick’s Evaluation | Learning Objectives | Gamification
Timeline
Instructional Learning Designer
Independent Contracts
09.2024 - 01.2025
E-Learning Designer & Educator
Athy College
08.2023 - 06.2024
Learning Designer & Educator
Oak Wood School
03.2020 - 06.2023
Master of Education - eLearning & Secondary Education
Hibernia College
09.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English & Social Science
Thomas Edison State University
09.2013 - 06.2016
- Train the Trainer, 09/14
- Certificate in Technical Communication, 02/24
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