My education is important to me. I am always looking for ways to grow personally and professionally, and be the best version of ME for myself and the world.

COLLEGE
Austin Community College – Austin, TX
Associate of Applied Science in Visual Communications - Graphic Design, 2006
Associate of Arts in English, 2004
DESIGN CONFERENCES
Adobe Max - October 20-22, 2020 (Graphic Design + AR/VR track)

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
AIGA - American Institute of Graphic Arts (Sustaining Member 2020)

ADDITIONAL TRAINING
Lynda.com (2017 - 2020):
After Effects: Principles of Motion Graphics
Agile Instructional Design
Animation Foundations: Fundamentals
Articulate Storyline 360: Advanced Actions
Articulate Storyline 360: Increasing Learner Engagement 
Articulate Storyline 360: Interactive Learning
Articulate Storyline 2: Advanced Techniques
Brain-based eLearning Design 

Business Analysis Foundations
Converting Digital Training in to Face-to-Face Learning
Creating and Deploying Microlearning
eLearning Essentials: Storyboarding
eLearning Techniques: Visual Design
Flipping the Classroom
Foundations of Corporate Training
Gamification for Interactive Learning
Gamification of Learning 
Inclusive Instructional Design
Instructional Design: Needs Analysis
Introduction to 3D
Learning Adobe Animate CC
Learning How to Increase Learner Engagement
Leading With Emotional Intelligence
Learning Articulate Storyline 3 
Measuring Learning Effectiveness
Practical Success Metrics in Your Training Program

Tactics for Learner Engagement
Udemy.com (2017 - 2020):
Adobe Illustrator CC Advanced Techniques
Gamification: Motivation Psychology and the Art of Engagement
Guide to Smartphone Virtual Reality (VR)
Learner Experience Design (LXD) 
Photography Fundamentals for Beginners
Storyline 2 Advanced eLearning Game Design 


Capella University (2014 - 2016):
Ongoing Instructional Design training


ASTD (American Society for Training Development) (2013):
ASTD eLearning Certificate - Dallas, Texas
ASTD Conference - Dallas, Texas

Dell - Instructional Design Training (2012):
Dell Training Tool (DTT)
Dell Certified Social Media and Community Professional

Dell / Caveo Instructional Design Training - ADDIE (6 courses)
Dell ePRP (Enhanced Phase Review Process) Series: Define, Plan, Develop, Launch and Sustain
Dell SABA LMS (Learning Management System)

ACE (American Council on Exercise) (2004 - present):
ACE Certified Personal Trainer - My Profile

I renew my certification and first aid/cpr every two years:
Smarter Workouts (2022) - in progress

ACE Weight Management Specialist (2020)
Core Training Anatomy; Myofascial Release; Strength Training Anatomy (2018)
Practical Yoga for Personal Trainers (2016)
Adult Beginner Ballet Fitness (2014)

Holistic Fitness Specialist Certificate (2013)
Vinyasa Yoga Specialist Certificate (2010)
Mind/Body Healing (2008)
Practical Nutrition for Fitness; Vegetarian Nutrition (2006)

Joe Verde Sales and Marketing Training for Automobile Industry (2001 and 2003):
Austin, TX
Atlanta, GA

Sessions.edu Certificates (2003):
Web Design I
Drawing I
Information Design


National Association for Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) (2001):
Advanced Photoshop Techniques


University of Texas at Austin (2000):
Web Design I
 
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