GAYLE L. BOWER, M. ED.

EXPERIENCE

Adjunct Instructor, Bryan University | 2022 - Present

• Develop and delivery workshops focused on fostering Student Success

• Develop and maintain a learner-centric approach through strategic application of experience design abilities

• Implement innovative learning strategies and outreach to enhance student engagement and improve overall course performance

• Use quick learning capability to adapt to new curriculum launches, and manage mentoring software that enhances communication and progress tracking with students

• Utilize persuasive abilities to inspire students towards setting and achieving their educational goals

• Leverage word processing expertise in creating informative materials and presentations aimed at boosting student achievement

• Apply analytics in evaluating feedback from learners to continuously improve course design and delivery

Learning Producer, H&R Block | 2022 - 2023

• Developed and reviewed tax-specific assessments using Lectora; imported tests into the LMS Cornerstone

• Served as LMS Administrator for published courses, communicating with tax professionals across the United States

Community Manager, Instructional Design Company, Part-Time | 2022

• Produced and facilitated synchronous training sessions on various topics to enhance the adult learners' success as future Instructional Designers

• Provided one-on-one coaching for students on their projects, focusing primarily on application development using Adobe, Storyline, Rise, and Premiere Pro

• Served as a Tech Producer for online events and was a guest speaker at several events discussing Instructional Design and Graphic Design

• Created online content for social media, including a public Facebook group for the Instructional Design Company (IDC) and a private group hosted by the IDC

Creative Service Manager | 2012 - Present

• Oversee the creative direction for all marketing and branding efforts for the company as well as our sub-brands

• Manage a team to create engaging multimedia content, elevating brand experiences for several Fortune 500 companies.

• Expertly apply layout design and develop comprehensive instructional media for an ADP-supported Learning Management System (LMS) , enhancing the onboarding experience for new employees. My graphic work encompassed logo design, infographics, job aids, branding, presentations, storyboarding, and engaging video content

• Work collaboratively with directors, account leads, and key stakeholders to effectively scope projects and set goals using interpersonal skills and project management skills

• Develop and facilitate dynamic training sessions that addressed software updates and changes to company processes, fostering a culture of continuous learning

• Effectively assess and improve concepts developed by staff, offering guidance to ensure successful implementation across various channels