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Instructional Designer / Multimedia Specialist

 

With over 13 years of experience in instructional design and multimedia production, and I am passionate about creating engaging and interactive virtual learning experiences that meet the needs of diverse audiences and clients.

OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging Instructional Designer/Multimedia position to expand my  broad skillset, leadership skills, critical thinking, and the ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment.

 

 

CONTACT
meghanbarrella@gmail.com
732.875.8865
Keyport, NJ

 


EDUCATION

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science
Media Communication and Technology, 2008.

 

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Graphic Design, Animation, Instructional Design, Virtual Learning Producer, Audio Editing, Voiceover Artist, Illustration, Photography, Motion Graphics, Video Production, Video Conversion, Storyboard development, eLearning, Multimedia Subject Matter Expert (SME), ADDIE



SOFT SKILLS:
Time Management, Adaptability, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Leadership, Communication

EXPERIENCE:

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Instructional Designer, June 2024 – Present

  • Collaborates with project teams, conduct research of curricula to determine what materials, resources and innovations should be added, revised, or adapted to meet new learning models

  • Develops/redesigns curricula suitable for adults and ELL, which will include traditional classroom, fully online, and/or hybrid content.

  • Prepares curriculum materials (i.e., handouts, reading materials, videos, presentations) in multiple variations, for traditional to hybrid classrooms.

  • Collaborates with Boggs Center training teams and external consultants to develop curricula that ensures work is consistent with the mission and goals of the project.

  • Utilizes one or more eLearning rapid authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, etc.) as well as video and audio editing tools (e.g., Camtasia, Audacity, Power Director, etc.), to create curriculum content.

  • Presents instructional materials to project leadership, partners, and stakeholders, effectively communicate technical information to a nontechnical audience.

  • Produces, tests, and troubleshoot SCORM compliant materials, coordinating with learning management system developers as needed.

Software: Storyline 360, Rise 360, Acrobat, Premiere Pro, Audition, Illustrator


Rothman Orthopaedic
Instructional Systems Designer (1099)
, March 2023 – Present

  • Demonstrated success in updating annual compliance training.

  • Produced 10 modules for MDFIT, a scheduling system program with the Regional Manager of Patient Access.

  • Developed de-escalation training for risk management department.

  • Implements recorded meetings and learning sessions into storyline for LMS for employee accessibility.

Instructional Systems Designer (W2), January 2022 – March 2023

  • Developed and designed adult education eLearning while working besides the Associate Director of Training, Talent Acquisition and Employee Engagement.

  • Consulted with SMEs to identify audience needs for each training.

  • Created job aids which coincide with training launches. Samples of the job aids include: Password reset, how to access learning content for paths/courses/checklists, and access user training history.

  • Administrated Paycom (LMS) to maintain and assign training content for over 2,000 employees in Pennsylvania, Florida, New York, and New Jersey.

  • Supervised the independent contractor for ‘Patient Access Specialty’ project.

  • Created videos using the Vyond program. Examples include: A Day in the Life video which is displayed to interviewing Patient Access candidates and Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion videos for eLearning. In addition, provided voiceovers to training content and videos as needed.

 

Instructional Systems Designer Contractor (W2) June 2021 - January 2022

  • Collaborated with Instructional Systems Designer to design the annual compliance training, which included courses, paths, documents and checklists.

  • Developed workflow trainings for eClinical Works such as Front Desk, and Surgery Scheduling, Ongoing and Onboarding Employees. These trainings include demos, simulations and assessments for the end user.

Software: Camtasia, Captivate, Storyline 360, Rise 360, Acrobat, Premiere Pro, Audition, Illustrator Paycom LMS

Lake Forest Center for Leadership (contracted through Training Pros.)
Zoom Virtual Producer
– May 2023 to present.

  • Support session hosts to facilitate online professional development sessions for managerial staff of Medline and Rust-Oleum. These sessions are between 12 to 30 participants located in all United States time zones.

  • Foster a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere to encourage participation.

  • Assign participants to breakout rooms using Zoom's functionalities while communicating clear instructions and guidelines for those activities.

  • Monitor breakout sessions to ensure discussions stay on track and time.

  • Address technical issues or questions that arise during the session.

  • Facilitate smooth transitions between main sessions and breakout rooms.

  • Gather and communicate feedback from sessions for continuous improvement.
     

Proctor & Gamble (contracted through Training Pros.)
Webex Producer
- March 2021 – January 2022

  • Collaborated with session hosts to facilitate online professional development sessions for managerial staff. These sessions were between 12 to 30 participants located in North America, Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East.

  • Promoted a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere to encourage participation.

  • Assigned participants to breakout rooms using Webex's functionalities while providing clear instructions and guidelines for activities.

  • Monitored breakout sessions to ensure discussions stay on track and time while facilitating smooth transitions between main sessions and breakout rooms.

  • Addressed technical issues or questions that arose during the sessions.

  • Provided supplementary materials including documents and videos.

  • Gathered and communicate feedback from sessions for continuous improvement.
     

Kar Global (contracted through Training Pros.)
eLearning Developer
-September 2021 – January 2022

  • Created high-quality animations for the Privacy Pam training program via Adobe Animate.

  • Produced storyboards to illustrate voiceover, visuals and actions to SMEs, directors, animators, and technical staff.

  • Understood feedback and delivered revisions of the expected quality within the assigned time frame.

  • Edited audio and synced mouth movements from voiceover artist to main characters.

Software: Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Audition, Animate, Illustrator, After Effects
 

Ellucian (contracted through Training Pros.)
Content Refresh Coordinator
- August 2020 – December 2020

  • Optimized training courses for Ellucian using Storyline 360 by redesigning engaging learning course content.

  • Consulted with SMEs to target audience needs and technical issues.

  • Created supporting material such as animations and graphics.

Software: Illustrator, Photoshop, Storyline 360

Festo Didactic Inc.
Multimedia Specialist
- July 2012 – May 2019

  • Implemented SCORM interactive media-rich learning solutions for instructor-led, blended, online and virtual environments. Trainings included electronics education, renewable energy, piping, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, flexible manufacturing, refrigeration, and STEM.

  • Produced storyboards for instructional and marketing videos.

  • Customers included higher education, automation companies, high schools, vocational facilities, government agencies both domestic and around the globe.

  • Produced instructional videos using motion graphics, illustrations, diagrams, sound-editing, and voice-overs to support other departments such as administration, solutions center, learning center, and marketing.

  • Created Spanish versions of marketing videos for Latin American region. 

  • Created desktop publishing materials such as quick reference guides and training manuals.

Software: Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Audition, Animate, Flash, Illustrator, After Effects, Dreamweaver, InDesign

Hawkswood Inc.
Teacher Assistant of Technology,
September 2009 – May 2010

  • Designed interactive media lessons for students with special needs via SMART boards programs and assistive technology devices.

  • Provided troubleshooting support to faculty and staff of the SMART boards.

  • Videotaping and editing footage of student performances, special events and conferences.

  • Designed the school yearbook. Duties included: Photography, obtaining waivers, color correction and processing for print, and inserting text captions.

Software: Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Audition, Flash, Illustrator, Boardmaker

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