Jennifer Merritt M.Ed

● Developed and implemented engaging e-learning course content using a variety of delivery methods such as videos, on-the-job resources, and online and instructor-led courseware. ● Leveraged rapid, AI-powered software to automate the creation of instructional content, resulting in a 40% reduction in content development time. ●Supported Manufacturing and Logistics, Environmental Health and Safety, Material Handling Equipment, Human Resources and other cross-functional teams to provide appropriate training solutions within OSHA and other highly-regulated compliance standards. ● Successfully translated abstract business concepts into refined creative solutions, ensuring alignment with client objectives and brand standards. ● Utilized Agile methodologies to manage cross-functional teams, ensuring efficient collaboration and delivery of high-quality projects within tight deadlines. ● Applied adult learning theory and formal instructional design principles in assessing, developing, and designing training objectives, plans, outlines, structure, and content development, resulting in an improvement in training outcomes and employee performance. ● Led multiple projects using Jira project space, effectively organizing tasks, tracking progress, and facilitating transparent communication among a global workforce. ● Created and tested training items in the learning management system, ensuring global applicability and accessibility. ● Successfully implemented change management strategies to streamline processes and ensure smooth transitions. ● Developed course outlines, storyboards, video scripts, and production direction notes for new and existing technical training courses for use on TV and web platforms to create cutting-edge digital learning experiences. ● Served on the employee resource group (ERG), Women at Lucid and Women in Manufacturing as the internal communications chair tasked with developing client-facing communications and outreach.

Utilized instructional design principles and concepts including ADDIE, LMS, and Storyboarding. Designed curriculum and instruction based on feedback from stakeholders. Coordinated with instructional designer team members to develop curriculum, courses and eLearning products including optimizing content and training materials. Applied adult learning concepts to training solutions. Developed standardized test questions aligned to NGSS, ADE, and district standards. Created benchmark lessons and identified curriculum needs of faculty. Key Achievements: -Developed and implemented engaging e-learning course content that increased learning effectiveness and satisfaction using a variety of delivery methods such as videos, on-the-job resources, and online and instructor-led courseware. -Collaborated with the learning and development team and SMEs to assess training needs to develop a quality learning experience. -Leveraged external vendors and partners to supplement our internal training strategies and development activities. -Applied adult learning theory and formal instructional design principles in assessing, developing, and designing training objectives, plans, outlines, structure, and content development, resulting in an -improvement in training outcomes and employee performance. -Spearheaded the development of online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally. -Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs. -Established technology-based learning programs utilizing programs like Articulate 360 and Camtasia. -Identified and presented opportunities to incorporate new technology into processes and flows.

Leveraged curriculum and instructional design expertise to create lessons for all learners. Used the scientific inquiry process to pique student's interests. Key Achievements: - Facilitated formal training program assessments to identify gaps between learning objectives and outcomes. - Led efforts to enhance learning for students to reflect inclusivity and align with DEI principles. - Implemented project-based learning.

Engaged adult learners by maintaining a positive and open meeting environment. Created and implemented digital lessons. Formulated individualized development plans while identifying needs and delivering recommendations for utilizing outside resources. Key Achievements: - Cultivated a learner-centered and interactive classroom environment in person and online. -Integrated technology into the learning environment through digital science notebooks, planners, online assignments, and interactivities. -Led the development of adult learners by collaborating with team members and communicating progress and roadblocks to team members to ensure learning goals are met. -Charged with accountability for developing curriculum standards in collaboration with team members. -Championed efforts to increase involvement in program offerings through strategic redesign of program processes.