Bio
I’m a learning and development professional with a strong background in curriculum and instructional design, leading training sessions, and virtual production on platforms like Zoom and Microsoft Teams. I also have experience researching copyright status for multimedia used in training materials and several years of building interactive eLearning activities using Storyline 360.
Since 2018, I’ve worked at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where I design and deliver engaging, goal-aligned training experiences for both in-person and virtual audiences. My role blends instructional design, technical production, and facilitation. I regularly lead sessions, support other instructors, and collaborate during live delivery to evaluate effectiveness and identify improvements that enhance learning outcomes in real time.
I work closely with subject matter experts and stakeholders to ensure every training solution is relevant, actionable, and aligned with organizational goals. Whether I’m developing full programs from the ground up or producing and facilitating virtual sessions, I focus on improving quality, engagement, and results, while ensuring responsible and effective use of content and tools.
Before joining ORNL, I spent 15 years as a professional educator, teaching both public school students and college learners. That classroom experience grounds my work and helps me design training that’s practical, inclusive, and learner-focused.
Additionally, working in fast-paced environments where I make many independent decisions quickly has strengthened my ability to manage projects effectively. This experience makes me a strong candidate for project management opportunities.
Professional Experience
2018-present: Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- Design and develop curriculum and instructional materials aligned with organizational goals
- Produce and facilitate virtual and in-person training sessions and workshops using Zoom and Microsoft Teams
- Serve as an instructor and facilitator for training programs
- Evaluate courses live in the classroom and work with instructors to identify improvements and enhance learning outcomes
- Build interactive eLearning activities using Storyline 360
- Research and verify copyright status of multimedia content used in training resources
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to identify learning needs and ensure content relevance
- Assess training effectiveness and implement improvements for continuous learning enhancement
- Edit content in WordPress and Drupal content management systems (CMS)
- Use OBS Studio to seamlessly connect audiences with presenters and their content during virtual sessions
- 2002-2018: Public Schools and Higher Education
- Taught a diverse range of students in public schools and college settings
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials tailored to student needs
- Integrated technology into classroom teaching to enhance learning outcomes
- Assessed student performance and adapted teaching strategies accordingly
Education
- M.S., Information Science, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- M.A, English, Marshall University
- B.A., Secondary Education, Marshall University
Professional Service
- Presented Virtual Studio Essentials: How We Built a Live Production Recording Studio at the 2021 INMM/ESARDA Joint Virtual Annual Meeting
- Scheduled to present Designing Effective and Inclusive Discussions in Virtual Environments at the 2025 INMM Annual Meeting
Professional Affiliations
- International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
- Project Management Institute (PMI)
Specialized Equipment
Rather than listing specialized equipment, please consider this list of software applications I have experience with or frequently use in my work:
- Adobe Photoshop: Skilled in creating and editing graphics for training materials and visuals.
- Adobe Premiere: Proficient in editing and producing polished training videos.
- Articulate Rise: Experienced in rapid, responsive eLearning course development.
- Articulate Storyline 360: Extensive use in designing interactive eLearning modules.
- Microsoft Office suite: Advanced user of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook for content creation and communication.
- Microsoft Teams: Proficient in facilitating virtual meetings, live training sessions, and team collaboration within a secure and integrated environment.
- Moodle Learning Management System (LMS): Skilled in course setup, learner tracking, and management.
- OBS Studio: Expertise in live video production and multimedia integration for virtual sessions.
- Qualtrics: Experienced in creating surveys and assessments to gather learner feedback.
- Slack: Proficient in team communication and collaboration.
- TechSmith Camtasia: Skilled in screen recording and video tutorial production.
- ZoomGov: Experienced in facilitating secure virtual meetings and webinars in government settings.