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Lisa Visagie

@lisavisagie

Senior Instructional Designer with expertise in high-impact learning solutions.

South Africa
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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters collaboration and innovation, allowing me to leverage my skills in instructional design and product management while contributing to meaningful learning experiences.

I am a Senior Instructional Designer with 15 years of experience in creating and delivering impactful learning solutions for global clients. My expertise lies in creative ideation and uncovering stakeholder needs, which has led to a 30% increase in course completion rates and a 40% reduction in development costs. I excel in collaborative leadership, guiding cross-functional teams of graphic designers, programmers, and instructional designers to ensure that our solutions are modern, engaging, and measurable.

In my recent role as a Product Manager at MasterStart, I led a multifunctional team in the design and development of digital training courses, achieving a 50% reduction in product development costs and a 40% decrease in timelines through agile and AI-driven practices. My focus on leveraging client and learner feedback has resulted in a 30% improvement in retention rates and enhanced learner journeys. I am passionate about mentoring teams in best practices for learning design, ensuring consistent quality across our product portfolios.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CE

Senior Learning Experience Designer

Construct Education

Jan 2019 - Aug 2020 (1 year 7 months)

Designed and developed end-to-end curricula and course learning materials, resulting in a 95% client approval rate for tailored learning solutions. Improved client satisfaction by 30% by streamlining project scoping processes through collaboration with sales and product teams, reducing delivery timelines by 25%.

CG

Literacy Programme Developer and Facilitator

Common Good

Jul 2017 - Jul 2018 (1 year)

Designed and implemented a literacy programme that increased reading scores by 35% across multiple grade levels within one year. Delivered training to 50+ teachers and educational stakeholders, achieving 90% adoption of programme methodologies and ensuring long-term sustainability.

HH

Education Program Manager

Home from Home

Jul 2016 - Jun 2017 (11 months)

Launched an education programme for a Cluster Foster Care NGO, improving pass rates by 55% for Grade 8-12 students within 12 months. Managed a volunteer tutoring initiative that boosted reading scores for Grade 1-7 students by 25% in the first year while facilitating access to critical services like health and vision care for 145 children.

EU

Training and Development Facilitator

Early Learning Resource Unit

Jul 2015 - Jun 2016 (11 months)

Co-developed Early Years (0-4) literacy curriculum supported by Department of Basic Education. Planned and delivered teacher and governance training that resulted in 150 new teachers trained and 95 new centres registered, serving over 1500 children.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Surrey logoUS

University of Surrey

BA Education, Education

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Education, focusing on foundational educational theories and practices. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of teaching methodologies and learning environments.

University of Cape Town logoUT

University of Cape Town

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Education

Obtained a Postgraduate Certificate in Education, enhancing pedagogical skills and preparing for professional teaching roles. This certification deepened understanding of curriculum development and classroom management.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology logoCT

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Advanced Certificate in Education: Technology, Education Technology

Earned an Advanced Certificate in Education with a specialization in Technology. This program focused on integrating technological tools and resources into educational practices to enhance learning outcomes.

Quality Matters logoQM

Quality Matters

Certified Peer Reviewer (APPQMR), Quality Assurance in Education

Achieved certification as a Peer Reviewer through Quality Matters (APPQMR). This certification involved training in evaluating the quality of online and blended courses based on established standards.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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