Instructional Designer, eLearning Developer

DANIEL SWANSON

Rockford, IL

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Instructional Design e-Learning Manager

Experienced instructional designer and e-learning manager with expertise in developing and delivering high-impact training solutions. Skilled in instructional design, e-learning development, LMS management, and multimedia content creation, including 3D animation and motion graphics.

CORE SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Instructional Design & e-Learning Development

• Learning Management Systems (LMS) Administration

• Curriculum & Course Development

• Adult Learning & Training Technologies

• Multimedia & Graphic Design

• Project Management & Team Leadership

• SCORM, xAPI, & Distance Learning Platforms

• 3D Animation & Motion Graphics

SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY

• LMS Platforms: Blackboard, Moodle, Canvas, eCollege, Embanet

• e-Learning Development: Adobe Captivate, Articulate Rise 360, Storyline

• Multimedia & Graphics: Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Autodesk Maya

• Project & Content Management: Jira, Dovico, Microsoft Office Suite PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Principal Enablement Specialist

Oracle Corporation, Redwood City, CA (08/2018 – 05/2024)

• Designed, developed, and deployed world-class blended learning programs for Oracle’s global sales business units, reaching over 50,000 salespeople and solution engineers.

• Created and delivered SaaS ERP, EPM, and SCM training, with additional expertise in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning training.

• Developed learning curricula aligned with corporate learning and performance strategies.

• Produced interactive learning modules using Adobe Captivate, Articulate Rise 360, integrating motion graphics, sound design, and animations.

• Managed LMS platforms, assessments, and quiz development to ensure content effectiveness.

Associate Learning Architect

Laureate Education – University of Miami Partnership (10/2015 – 05/2017)

*This was a managing Sr. Instructional Design / Course Development role.

• Managed instructional design and course development for online Master’s Degree programs, working closely with faculty to enhance course content.

• Led curriculum design and implementation in Blackboard LMS for MBA, Finance, Accounting, Health Informatics, and Political Science programs.

• Acted as SME in e-learning development, ensuring compliance with academic and business requirements.

Multimedia Communications Associate

University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford, IL (02/2013 – 04/2014)

• Served as Blackboard LMS administrator and Echo 360 video archive manager.

• Created lecture videos, incorporating motion graphics, animations, and medical illustrations.

• Designed interactive training materials using Adobe Captivate, Articulate Storyline, SCORM 2004.

• Developed Apple iBook (200+ pages) for the psychiatry clerkship. Adjunct Professor of Fine Art (Distance Learning/Online) Various Institutions (03/2003 – 04/2010)

Baker College Online, Flint, MI (01/2010 – 06/2010)

• Developed and instructed two online Autodesk Maya courses (GSD 401 & GSD 411).

• Managed project timelines and budgets remotely, ensuring successful course deployment.

Academy of Art University, San Francisco, CA (01/2010 – 06/2010)

• Developed and authored the Intro to Adobe After Effects course for the MFA program, including syllabus, lectures, and assignments. The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA (02/2005 – 06/2008)

• Led course development and project management, working with NIIT eLearning in India.

• Successfully managed four course development projects on time and under budget. American Intercontinental University, Hoffman Estates, IL (03/2003 – 05/2005)

• Designed and instructed courses in graphic design, animation, and art foundations.

• Provided one-on-one student support via email, phone, and course messaging. EDUCATION

Miami International University of Art and Design, Miami, FL

• Master of Fine Arts – Computer Animation (GPA: 3.70/4.0) University of Illinois – Chicago (UIC), Chicago, IL

• Bachelor of Fine Arts – Photography/Film/Electronic Media (GPA: 3.23/4.0)

• Minor: Art History (Renaissance & Modern Painting) Home Office: Windows 10, High-Speed Internet, Telephone, Fax, Scanner, Printer/Copier

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