Portfolio

ANDY LOCKWOOD | eLearning Developer | Writer | Videographer

eLearning Modules

I’ve been developing course content for remote and on-demand training since 2007. The lion’s share of that time has been developing in Lectora and Storyline, though I have dabbled in demos of other platforms.

The Buzz about Bees [Storyline] – This project was by request to show the basics of what I was capable of. I’m not a fan of templates. I prefer bespoke content development specific to the project. For this example, I decided to have some fun with information about bees. None of the content is mine. These images are for example only.
Board Game Activity [Lectora] – The challenge was to create a quiz that wasn’t a quiz. By replacing the typical quiz format, we are able to present a single-page quiz (up to 30 questions) with instant feedback and up-to-the-minute scoring. The learner can see how they are doing before the quiz is even complete.
The Training Room [Lectora] – An effort to get away from typical page-turning courses. Each room in the course is its own content area; each item in the room supports and reinforces the topic. Designed to be engaging and interactive, the open design allows learners to choose their own path and their own order for learning.
The Builders Risk Worksite activity [Lectora] – This activity reinforces good policy knowledge regarding worksite issues. Playing off seek-and-find games, the user searches the site for issues, and then verifies with the policy whether or not this issue is covered. Multiple worksites and policies are covered in the full course.
Effective Business Writing examples [Lectora] – Examples included show ways to keep a stagnant wall of text from becoming boring by adding animation cues to change avatars and show new items. The second example is a punctuation activity that utilizes graphics and animation to turn a simple multiple choice quiz into something more engaging and interesting.
Claims Handling Guide Question Path [Lectora] – This was both a first attempt at reframing a quiz into something more visually appealing, and reinforcing effective use of the Claims Handling Guide. Users are given access to the guide and asked to find the answer to these questions within. Again, this activity is not about knowing the answers to these questions, but about providing opportunities to use the CHG to find them.

Augmented Reality (AR) Apps

Completed AR cohorts in 2021 and 2022. I love the capability and potential AR has for learning as well as entertainment. Familiar with the Zappar AR platform. To interact with these examples, download the Zappar app on your phone or visit web.zappar.com and scan the splash images below:

Author site example [Zappar] – An example to generate attention for my author site. Through interaction, the viewer can “meet” me in a brief introduction video, visit my site, or contact me directly by email.
Informative App [Zappar] – In an effort to promote something other than myself, I toyed with animations in the platform and decided on some additional features via a larger menu. I highly recommend seeking out a local humane society or shelter when seeking your next pet.
Widgets/Deep Linking [Zappar] – With the intent to build a resource library for new associates, I build a widget library that branches out from a main widget through a series of “deep links.” IMPORTANT: To properly view this app as it was designed: Open your browser and go to the web.zappar.com web browser, allow permission to use your phone’s camera, then scan the above code.
Quiz/Branching App [Zappar] – The focus was to route the user in specific directions using the content to guide them. In a simple quiz form, I lead the user through the questions – correct answers guide the user forward; incorrect answers guide them back to the question for another attempt – until they reach the end of the course. I made the most of gif animations to liven up the interactions and reinforce the right/wrong feedback.

Videos

Before I turned my attention to elearning, my passion was film. I have 2 degrees in film: Associate in Motion Picture Production; Associate in Motion Picture Direction. I love storytelling and am eager to express that passion in most forms. Lately, corporate video production has been Vyond-based, but I have also produced live event content, script-based live content, screen-capture tutorials, and kinetic typography.

Demo Reel – A sampling of videos I have produced over recent years, showcasing some of my ability.
New Associate Manager Support – An example of proficiency in Vyond animation.
Cause of Loss – An example of AfterEffect animation.
AO Inside – An example of a screen-recorded tutorial.
MoFILM: Chevy Sonic commercial – Contest submission. Co-writer, camera work, co-director, editor.
CourseCenter Teaser Commercial – Another example of AfterEffects animation.

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EXPERIENCE

Senior Learning & Development Specialist | Smile Brands, Inc.
Remote | March 2022 – Present
• Streamlined educational offerings to reduce wasted seat time, reducing wasted workforce hours by $300,000 in 2024
• Engagement-focused course development to craft learning experiences that increase retention and reduce passivity
• Image and video creation for company communications and course assets
• Curriculum builds, user profile maintenance, report generation and other author/learner assistance as LMS Admin

Senior Instructional Developer | Auto-Owners Insurance Company
Lansing, MI / Remote | May 2015 – March 2022
• Restructured onboarding program to reduce on-site HQ training by 40 hours
• Developed distinctive, interactive onboarding to engage new hires while training required subjects and reinforcing company core values
• Produced video, audio, and graphic content as required for course designs approved by stakeholders
• Report generation and maintenance, as well as regular support to managers and users facing issues with their LMS experience

EDUCATION

Lansing Community College | Lansing, MI
Associate in Arts: Motion Picture Direction, 2008
Associate in Arts: Motion Picture Production, 2008

SKILLS

Authoring: Articulate Storyline 360; Lectora Publishing Suite/Lectora Online
Video editing: Premiere Pro, After Effects, Camtasia Studio
Animation: Photoshop, After Effects, Camtasia, Vyond
Media creation and design: Photoshop, Affinity, SnagIt
AR Development: Zappar
Operating Systems: Mac, Windows
Microsoft Office
User Experience (UX) testing and iterative development
Event Coordination App development: HelloCrowd
General hardware and software installation, setup, and troubleshooting
Audio/Video production and recording (live or studio recordings)
LMS administration and support: CourseCenter, CourseMill, Docebo, Kallidus
Educational training and client support
Basic HTML coding and web design skills
Familiarity with SCORM standards
Still photography
Design principles
Adult learning theory and instructional design best practices
DVD design and authoring
Clear written and verbal communication
Independent or collaborative team member