Todd K. Edwards
With 15 years of experience, this Senior Instructional Designer excels in crafting and applying comprehensive learning solutions in both academic and corporate settings, leveraging the latest technologies and methodologies. Skilled in leading diverse teams to enhance educational outcomes and efficiency, they possess a strong background in strategic planning, engaging stakeholders, managing change, and utilizing top learning management systems and design tools.
Professional Summary:
Excels in crafting and applying comprehensive learning solutions in both academic and corporate settings, leveraging the latest technologies and methodologies. Skilled in leading diverse teams to enhance educational outcomes and efficiency, they possess a strong background in strategic planning, engaging stakeholders, managing change, and utilizing top learning management systems and design tools.
Skills:
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Articulate 360 (including Storyline and Rise 360), Camtasia.
- Expertise in Learning Management Systems (LMS) such as Blackboard, Moodle, Canvas, and Workday.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster relationships across all organizational level.
Education:
B.S. in Instructional Technology and Anthropology, Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL.
Professional Experience:
Collins Aerospace – Chippewa Lake, OH (Remote)
Senior Learning Specialist, September 2022 – Present
- Designs and delivers comprehensive training programs, from inception to facilitation.
- Provides expert instructional design and support for project-specific training initiatives.
- Manages the entire training development lifecycle, including program selection, custom content creation, and solution design.
- Develops and implements evaluation plans for advanced learning assessments (Levels 3-4), conducts data analysis, and advises on content revisions.
- Coordinates the design of comprehensive learning solutions and support materials for various project complexities, ensuring smooth transitions from design to content development.
Motorola Solutions – Chippewa Lake, OH (Remote)
Senior Instructional Designer, March 2020 – July 2022
- Spearheaded the management of training technology portfolios, ensuring alignment with technological advancements and learning objectives.
- Collaborated closely with product leadership and engineering teams to create detailed design documents and comprehensive technical courseware.
- Implement effective learning strategies that meet global and regional standards, significantly enhancing the learning experience and outcomes.
Projects Created in Articulate
- An Introductory Review of the USA Patriot Act
- An Introductory to Understanding and Completing the Risk Register
- The Value of Protecting Personal Identifiable Information (PII)
- Opt-In or Opt-Out: How Your Personal Information is Used Online
Lunarline – Chippewa Lake, OH (Remote)
Senior Curriculum Developer, July 2018 – March 2020
- Developed cutting-edge cybersecurity technical labs, enriching the curriculum with practical, hands-on experiences.
- Led the strategic planning of course development, aligning with company objective and ensuring the delivery of high-quality education content.
Pearson Education – Orlando, FL
Senior Instructional Design and Development Analyst, June 2015 – October 2017
- Pioneered a mentor program for Associate Instructional Designers, improving onboarding efficiency and team competence.
- Managed the development process for new and revised courses, ensuring adherence to academic standards and real-world applicability.
