Patrick Glynn
San Jose, CA 95118
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Executive Summary
Over twelve years experience in managing, designing and programming distance education programs for government and private industries.
I have contributed to over 30 web based or computer based training projects. Some pieces were produced single-handedly from concept to finished product including instructional design, programming, graphics, audio/video scripting, directing & editing, animation and testing. I have worked in several roles on several teams including management of both local and virtual teams.
Also experienced in training other multimedia professionals and developing web based training utilities.Work Experience
Multimedia Producer @ Parrotworks
San Jose/Gilroy CA (2/98 to Present) Managing, designing and authoring multimedia distance learning programs Creating or integrating with LMS systems, sometimes with SCORM Providing mentoring for clients developing distance learning Supervising full-time and temporary staff to accomplish project goals Constantly adapting to the latest trends in the industry Since the list of clients is comprehensive, it has been included below in more detail See portfolio at: http://www.parrotworks.com
Multimedia Instructor @ San Jose State University
San Jose CA (5/02 – 08/04)Instructing web skills including Dreamweaver, Fireworks and Flash through the SJSU Professional Development ProgramAdvised SJSU on curriculum content
Lead Author @ Multimedia Pathways
Redwood CA (4/97 to 2/98) Managing and authoring multimedia computer based training programs The Gap - Authoring & Instructional Design Support Centrigram Training - Project Management, Lead Authoring & Graphics Support Aspect Training - Tracking responses through email
Instructional Systems Specialist @ Department of Veterans Affairs
Cleveland OH (7/95 to 4/97) Managing and producing multimedia computer based training programs Coordinated face to face training events SPECIFIC MULTIMEDIA SKILLSFlash – Actionscript, Custom Learning Activities
PHP/ASP – Database scripting languages
Authorware -- Formally trained by Macromedia in Advanced Authorware (including ODBC). Experience with cross platform (Win/Mac) applications.
Dreamweaver – Including development of WBT templates
Fireworks – Including dynamic document generation
Captivate - Including exporting to flash for advanced enhancements
Director – Formally trained by Macromedia
Other Graphics: Photoshop, Debabblizer, Illustrator
Video/Audio: Scripting video/audio narration, directing video shoots, editing with Premiere and Final Cut Pro.
Live Video: Experienced CMAP volunteer, familiarity with prerecorded and live video production
Other Web: HTML, DHTML, Javascript, CGI, Perl AWARD
Winner of TAAC 2002 Authorware Challenge - Best of ShowEDUCATION
Vocational Technical Education @ SUNY Oswego
Oswego NY (9/91 to 5/92)
Educational Masters Work - 24/30 Credits Completed
Marketing BS @ Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester NY (8/85 to 8/89)OTHER
Recreational volleyball player, comedy improvWeb Based Training and Computer Based Training Projects
This is an extensive list of businesses I have assisted over the past decade through Parrotworks. The list appears alphabetically.
ArtsCom
Parrotworks built a custom LMS to assist teachers with limited technical abilities in tracking student progress.
Breakwater Security
Parrotworks created a custom WBT authoring system which allows Breakwater staff to maintain their training through a series of RTF files.
Cobham/Carleton Technologies, Inc
Parrotworks has worked with Carleton since 2004 as a mentor in producing WBT which includes video, 3D and 2D animations, and tracked quizzes instructing military personnel and pilots in the use of aviation equipment.
Chase Manhattan Bank
Parrotworks managed a team of six programmers to rapidly produce a sophisticated software simulation.
Cisco
Parrotworks assisted on a variety of Cisco e-learning projects in both design and programming capacities.
Inovant
Interwoven
Levis
Parrotworks assisted in the design and programming of their new hire orientation material.
Lucent Technologies
Parrotworks assisted with programming and graphics production.
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Parrotworks updated their internal training into a format that allows for easier for staff to maintain
MeridianEaton Global
Parrotworks designed a customized authoring system allowing MeridianEaton staff to easily add and edit content.
National Semiconductor
Parrotworks designed a customized tracking system for e-learning quizzes.
Ohio Civil Service Employees Association
Parrotworks designed and programmed a web based training solution.
Schwab
Parrotworks developed computer based training materials for interactive face-to-face learning activities.
Sprint
Parrotworks developed a CD based training program.
STAM Multimedia
Parrotworks updated computer based training content for web delivery including over 100 videos.
Sybase
Parrotworks assisted by providing training for a variety of both internal and external online training needs.
Texas Medical Association
Parrotworks designed and programmed a series of training modules for primary care physicians on cancer prevention, screening and management.
UC Davis
Parrotworks designed and programmed a series of customized interactive Flash activities for UC Davis' online Spanish training courses.
Visa
WineQuest
Parrotworks custom designed and programmed a dozen courses on wines and beverages for Ruth Chris Steakhouse including several custom Flash activities.Recent Professional Speaking Appearances
Patrick Glynn is considered an expert in the field of e-learning and speaks frequently. Some of his most recent appearances are as follows:
April 2008 – Orlando, FL
Guild Annual Gathering Conference 2008
http://www.elearningguild.com/events/session.cfm?id=1290
April 2007 – Boston, MA
The eLearning Guild 2007 Annual Gathering
September 2006 - Las Vegas, NV
Workforce Performance
http://www.workforce-performance.com/techlearn/v42/conference/session.cvn?eID=780