Hi! I'm Matthew!

I am a Passionate Instructional Designer with ​Extensive Education and Leadership Experience

I’m an instructional designer and e-Learning developer who is eager to ​apply my extensive background in education and leadership to create ​innovative learning solutions. My career is marked by a commitment to ​excellence, demonstrated by elevating learner success rates from 44% to ​97% and optimizing operations in demanding environments. This ​accomplishment highlights my ability to remove obstacles, implement ​strategic measures, and optimize efficiency through automation. Having ​guided over 500 learners and experience in managing complex learning ​and licensing services, I bring a unique blend of expertise, strategic ​planning, and a passion for continuous improvement to instructional ​design.

I've always found joy in making learning enjoyable, which naturally led ​me to instructional design. In any subject or environment, I focus on ​ensuring the learners stay actively engaged with the process.

In my role as Diagnostic Imaging Manager at St. Luke's Episcopal ​Hospital and previously as a Radiographic Technologist at Memorial ​Hermann Hospital, I honed my skills in operations optimization, team ​management, and delivering high-quality patient care under pressure. ​These experiences instilled in me a deep appreciation for efficiency and ​precision, skills that seamlessly translate into my current role as an ​Instructional Designer.

My 12-year military career in the U.S. Army further fortified my abilities in ​discipline, integrity, teamwork, and leadership. As a combat veteran, I ​sharpened my adaptability and problem-solving skills, which are ​essential in navigating complex challenges within instructional design.

Educationally, I possess a Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, ​a Bachelor of Science in Radiography, and an Associate of Applied ​Science in Radiography with a Graduate Certificate in Nuclear Medicine. ​These qualifications, combined with my hands-on experience, provide a ​solid foundation for creating engaging learning solutions that drive ​business outcomes.

As an instructional designer, I am passionate about leveraging cutting-​edge learning technology and methodologies to develop tailored ​learning experiences. I thrive on collaborating with Subject Matter ​Experts (SMEs) and business partners to align learning objectives with ​organizational goals. Keeping abreast of industry trends and best ​practices allows me to continuously innovate and deliver impactful ​training solutions that enhance learner engagement and retention.

Beyond work, I find creative fulfillment in woodworking and crafting, and ​cherish time with my wife, daughter, and our dog, Shen. I enjoy ​balancing professional achievements with personal joys.

I look forward to applying my extensive experience, leadership acumen, ​and dedication to excellence in any role that values impactful leadership, ​mentorship, and customer satisfaction.

Applied Instructional Design Academy ​Certifications, My Skills, and Work History

I thrived in the immersive Applied Instructional Design Academy (AIDA), a 9-​month program that delved deep into Instructional Design Fundamentals, ​Articulate Rise, Storyline, e-Learning Development, and the Instructional Design ​Process. As a dedicated member, I earned badges to mark my achievements while ​navigating through hundreds of lessons, receiving one-on-one personalized ​coaching, and tackling a rigorous series of learning activities. These included ​honing skills through practice, embracing feedback, revising tirelessly, and ​delivering polished content, including simulated client projects that met exacting ​standards.

Click each of the badges below to explore my journey through AIDA.

Skills: Applied Instructional ​Design | Articulate Rise 360 | Articulate Storyline | ​Camtasia | Vyond | Microsoft Office Suite | Google Suite | Apple Software Suite | ​InkScape Certification | Affinity Photo 2, Designer 2, & Publisher 2 | ​Communication | Organization | Creativity | Open Minded