Lauren Garcia
@laurengarcia
Experienced instructional designer focused on innovative learning solutions.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated instructional designer with a strong background in learning strategy and design, holding a Master of Science in Education from the University of Maryland’s Global Campus. My expertise lies in creating engaging and effective learning experiences that align with organizational goals and enhance learner outcomes. I have a proven track record of establishing unified instructional design functions and streamlining training processes across various teams.
Throughout my career, I have successfully developed and implemented high-quality training content and instructional materials for diverse audiences. My experience includes leading cross-functional collaborations, utilizing various tools and technologies such as Adobe Captivate and Articulate Storyline, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. I am passionate about fostering a collaborative learning culture and continuously improving instructional strategies based on feedback and performance data.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Instructional Designer
Digital.ai
Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Established a unified instructional design function for customer-facing product enablement in a post-merger environment, streamlining siloed training efforts. Designed and launched an end-to-end instructional design process, from stakeholder kickoff through LMS implementation, streamlining collaboration across teams. Personally created and developed complete training portfolios for multiple produc
Instructional Designer
Altera Digital Health
Jan 2023 - Aug 2023 (7 months)
Designed and delivered high-quality training content, manuals, and tools to support product owners, SMEs, and both internal and external audiences across multiple product lines. Supported enterprise-wide rebranding and product alignment initiatives during Altera's transition, updating and redeveloping learning materials. Utilized the ADDIE framework to design and develop virtual courses in Adobe C
Contract Instructional Designer
Multiple Companies
Nov 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 1 month)
Collaborated with product owners and SMEs to design and develop diverse, custom training programs across industries, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and addressing learning needs. Led the design and implementation of eLearning courses using Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and other tools, managing the full project lifecycle. Coordinated large-scale training initiatives, pr
Instructional Design Technologist
Ocean County College
Sep 2021 - Aug 2023 (1 year 11 months)
Designed, developed, and delivered accredited course curricula in collaboration with faculty and subject matter experts, ensuring alignment with academic goals and industry standards. Created engaging, interactive learning experiences within Canvas LMS using various multimedia tools. Championed accessibility efforts by conducting technical reviews and updating content to meet or exceed accessibili
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
New Jersey City University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Illustration and Art Education
Specialized in Illustration and Art Education, building a strong foundation in visual communication and pedagogical methods. Prepared for a career in art and education.
University of Maryland’s Global Campus
Master of Science in Education, Learning Design and Technology
Focused on Learning Design and Technology, gaining expertise in instructional design principles and educational technology applications. Developed skills in creating effective and engaging learning experiences.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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