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Nick Kostalas

@nickkostalas

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I build safety-critical technical training and documentation for complex products.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to create clear, effective technical training and documentation that improves safety, performance, and user outcomes. I value cross-functional collaboration, thoughtful process improvement, and opportunities to translate complex information for diverse audiences.

I've published safety-regulated vehicle documentation at Rivian Automotive and built SCORM-based technical training for Lucid Motors' global electric-vehicle service technicians. My work improves clarity, quality, learning outcomes, and operational efficiency across complex technical content.

I've delivered eLearning, technical documentation, interactive multimedia, and curriculum for organizations including eDriving, Aceable, and SB Works. I translate technical detail into useful learning experiences for novice and expert audiences, combining instructional design, editing, QA, LMS administration, data analysis, and process improvement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Production Editor, Technical Publications

Rivian Automotive

Dec 2024 - Sep 2025 (9 months)

Published user-facing technical documentation to vehicle software and Rivian.com, ensuring quality, accuracy, and consistency. Performed comprehensive quality assurance reviews on 2,000+ pages of safety-regulated material every four weeks.

Technical Editing Quality Assurance XML Madcap Flare Version Control Process Improvement Documentation

Interactive Media and Instructional Designer

Lucid Motors

Apr 2022 - Mar 2024 (1 year 11 months)

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to perform needs analysis, create technical resources, and develop training programs. Authored 12+ hours of SCORM-based technical training courses and designed 60+ interactive multimedia activities.

Instructional Design SCORM Articulate Storyline Schoox LMS Needs Analysis Project Management Data Analysis

Instructional Designer, Technical Writer, and Technical Editor

Freelance

Apr 2019 - Apr 2022 (3 years)

Consulted with executives to create business plans, training content, and technical documentation. Developed interactive web-based multimedia driver education courses and edited 200+ pages of technical documentation.

Instructional Design Technical Editing Curriculum Development Content Development Localization

Curriculum Developer, Driver Education

eDriving

May 2011 - Apr 2019 (7 years 11 months)

Developed 20+ online training courses and an innovative video-based microlearning app on vehicle operation and safe driving. Produced 200+ instructional graphics, games, and interactive simulations.

Curriculum Development Online Learning Instructional Design Microlearning Storyboarding Content Development User Feedback Analysis