Senior Instructional Designer & Learning Systems Architect

I architect learning ecosystems, not course catalogs. Every program is built with a systems architect mindset, delivered through an iterative Agile cadence, and scaled as workforce conditions evolve. The output is measurable on the job performance. Not seat time. Not completion rates. Not click through.

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Interactive Builds & Agentic Systems

A curated selection of solutions bridging the gap between human performance and AI co work. These projects demonstrate my specialized approach to engineering workforce improvements across multiple disciplines and mediums, from forensic agents to federal compliance simulations to executive coaching systems.

Step 1 Clinical Reasoning Simulator

Scales senior clinician coaching to every learner on rounds

An interactive study companion that walks medical learners through a septic shock case, the way a senior physician would coach them on rounds. A real-time animation theater and 3D physiology renderer show the mechanism; learners answer guided questions, run the deterministic barrier lab, and read clear explanations of why each decision was right or wrong — all in the browser, no data leaving the device.

Agentic Learning 4C/ID Cognitive Load Live on AWS
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Fintech Dispute Resolution

Replaces authoring tool ceilings with a custom AWS assessment

Transformed restricted client data and legacy modules into a custom modern on demand assessment using Hybrid Hand Code, custom CSS3, and Codex structuring, deployed securely within AWS. Built to escape the limits of off the shelf authoring tools and deliver enterprise grade compliance evaluation.

Live on AWS Hybrid Hand Code / Codex LLAMA Agile
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Discovery Analysis Platform

Takes instructional designers from raw content to structured insight

A document-to-decision learning platform that functions as an analysis cockpit for instructional designers. Upload a syllabus, policy, training guide, assessment, job aid, clinical reference, or code document, and the platform parses it locally in the browser, keeps the source material grounded, and routes the analysis through a selected specialized lens. Data does not leave the browser unless you explicitly route it through an authorized model endpoint.

Live on AWS Client-side Parsing Analytical Lenses Source-Grounded
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Apex Lotus-Navigator (demo)

Turns confusing medication paperwork into clear, spoken guidance — with privacy built in

Browser-based medication reader that accepts documents, photos, or scans, removes direct identifiers first, then builds numbered medication cards and a professional audio readback. Runs entirely in the browser (PDF.js + Tesseract), bilingual EN/ES, deployed on AWS S3. No PHI leaves the device.

Live on AWS Browser PDF.js / Tesseract De-identification EN / ES Audio
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Core Notifications

Reduces missed deadlines across enterprise workflows

Deliverable system teaching enterprise ecosystem notifications using Camtasia + Storyline. Provides interactive performance support that helps users configure their notification experience to reduce missed deadlines and boost operational completion rates across distributed teams.

Camtasia | Storyline Phillips ROI Performance Support Live on AWS
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Notice of Claim | U.S. DOT

Cuts settlement costs by training defensive closeout discipline

Interactive claims handling simulation for the U.S. Department of Transportation (Camtasia + Storyline). Walks federal claims handlers through responding to a Notice of Claim, navigating complex negotiations, and executing defensive closeouts to measurably reduce settlement exposure.

Camtasia | Storyline CLT Kirkpatrick Live on AWS
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Experience Across Learning Systems

Current resume aligned work spanning adaptive learning prototypes, regulated federal training, healthcare workflows, technical systems training, aviation operations, and military readiness.

Founder & Learning Systems Architect

20Gigawatt Systems
Jan 2026 – Present

Designed and piloted adaptive, browser native learning prototypes for USMLE Step 1 and early clinical reasoning learners.

  • Learning Architecture: Built modules from concept through instructional architecture, content design, assessment logic, remediation flow, simulation design, HTML5 implementation, and pilot iteration.
  • Mastery Design: Created diagnostics, adaptive routing, simulation labs, re entry checks, performance gates, and learner feedback loops for complex medical concepts.
  • Production Mindset: Treated each prototype as a living learning system that can be tested, refined, and scaled.

Senior Instructional Systems Designer

Longevity Consulting / FMCSA
Apr 2022 – Dec 2025

Designed and modernized regulated training programs for federal and state audiences, aligning curriculum, assessments, and job aids to operational standards and workforce requirements.

  • Hybrid Modernization: Converted a legacy instructor led academy into a scalable hybrid learning model for distributed learners.
  • Performance Support: Built facilitator guides, SOPs, revision tools, exam prep materials, and job aids that improved instructor readiness and program quality.
  • Portfolio Governance: Partnered with program leaders, SMEs, and testing stakeholders on LMS updates, assessment standards, and continuous improvement.

Instructional Designer, Healthcare Operations

Federal Medical Client via Longevity Consulting
Aug 2025 – Dec 2025

Designed and maintained compliance aligned learning content for patient access and revenue cycle teams, translating complex policies, workflows, and system tasks into clear training.

  • Blended Delivery: Built instructor led, virtual, and elearning assets including job aids, guided practice, and hybrid simulations in Storyline and Camtasia.
  • System Training: Supported learning for EPIC, Workday, ServiceNow, CORE, and related healthcare workflow environments.
  • Stakeholder Alignment: Partnered with executives, directors, trainers, and SMEs to validate accuracy and improve readiness through workflow feedback.

Organizational System Designer / Software Technical Writer III

Peraton Technology / San Diego Department of Revenue
Aug 2021 – Jun 2022

Designed a blended learning strategy for the rollout of an Integrated Property Tax System, helping users adopt a complex new platform with fewer errors.

  • Technical Video: Produced on demand microlearning in Camtasia and Snagit with targeted simulations and screen based walkthroughs for different user roles.
  • Interactive Practice: Built Storyline based simulated interfaces that mirrored the live application so users could practice safely before go live.
  • Virtual Facilitation: Led Microsoft Teams sessions as both lead technical facilitator and instructional systems designer.

Senior Learning Experience Designer / Consultant

Capital One
Aug 2020 – Aug 2021

Updated core compliance training across ILT, VILT, and elearning to stay aligned with federal banking regulations and internal policies.

  • Course Conversion: Converted legacy instructor led courses into interactive Storyline modules for consistent digital delivery.
  • Media Production: Raised video and audio standards using Camtasia, Adobe Premiere, and Adobe Audition.
  • Learning Operations: Supported content deployment and new hire onboarding programs in an enterprise LMS environment.

Operations Aircraft Maintenance Programs Analyst

American Airlines
Jun 2017 – Mar 2020

Redesigned content management workflows for aircraft maintenance program documentation, improving how information moved across systems and teams.

  • Workflow Improvement: Automated parts of the planned maintenance documentation process to reduce manual review and increase operational efficiency.
  • Technical Compliance: Worked with Technical Operations teams to keep maintenance program documentation aligned with FAA requirements and internal standards.
  • Systems Thinking: Connected documentation, process control, and operational readiness in a highly regulated aviation environment.

Senior Training and Operations Leader

United States Navy
1990 – 2013

Led large scale training, readiness, and compliance operations in high risk environments, supporting distributed teams across domestic and international settings.

  • Task Based Training: Designed and delivered instructor led materials, technical guides, job aids, and web based learning for workforce qualification and operational performance.
  • Readiness Systems: Built and maintained qualification standards, training records, and content planning processes for certification accuracy.
  • Leadership Development: Mentored senior personnel and training staff by translating complex requirements into structured coaching and performance support.

Technology Stack

A working toolkit across AI orchestration, visual production, code architecture, and instructional methodology. Chosen for what ships, not what's trending.

Microsoft Copilot OpenAI / ChatGPT Enterprise Claude / Claude Code Gemini 1.5 Flash NotebookLM Multi Agent Orchestration MCP Servers AI & Human Co Work Graphic Design Photoshop / Canva / Adobe Express Technical Training Video Course Development Video Video & Cinematography Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Audition Interactive Simulations Articulate Storyline 360 Rise 360 HTML5 / CSS3 / JavaScript React + Tailwind Python AWS Lambda / DynamoDB / S3 SCORM / xAPI ADDIE / SAM / UDL Bloom's / Gagné / Kirkpatrick Cognitive Load Theory Forensic Linguistics

Credentials

Master's Certification
Learning & Design Technology
San Diego State University
B.S. Web Design & Interactive Media
California Institute of the Arts
DoD Master Training Specialist
Department of Defense Certification
U.S. Navy · 23 years active duty