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I scripted, designed, and produced the project using: AI-generated visuals to build a vibrant, engaging world Veo AI video creation for seamless storytelling AI voiceover to deliver a polished and approachable tone The result is a fun, modern introduction for new employees that demonstrates the power of AI-enabled tools to create memorable and human-centered onboarding content. Tools: ChatGPT, Google Vids, Veo3, AI voice-over https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/23e1660c-647d-4f83-99ef-8d123ed3b1f1/Portfolio+video.jpg MicroLearning - Video Project: How to Use Zoom Sample video on using the Zoom feature on PowerPoint showcasing screen capture, call-outs, zoom and pan, and intro/outro. Tools: Video Script, Camtasia, Canva, PowerPoint, voice narration https://www.candysugarman.com/instructor-led daily 0.75 2025-05-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/3a36c8cc-11e4-455c-b841-34eb06ee55f3/Screenshot+for+ILT+Boost.png Instructor Led - Facilitator’s Guide Description: This ILT sample was created as part of a 15-minute live training demonstration. The goal was to teach three simple yet impactful Outlook features that enhance day-to-day productivity. The attached PDF includes a static version of the slide deck and detailed speaker notes designed for a facilitator to deliver the session easily. While the PDF does not reflect the live animations or transitions used in the presentation, the notes serve as a script and instructional guide to ensure consistent delivery. The session was structured using adult learning principles to ensure clarity, engagement, and immediate application of skills. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/4046a320-0efe-4794-827f-38e8773275d2/cover+of+facilitator+Entrepreneur+first+steps.png Instructor Led - Facilitator’s Guide for Instructor-Led Training Description: Facilitator’s guide for the Entrepreneur Course. This document details the course information and the words the facilitator should say for each slide. Click the image to view a portion of the Facilitator’s Guide. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/1d94317b-09d3-47ac-8f5f-3f3e6b307db9/Entrepreneurship+-+The+First+Steps.jpg Instructor Led - Entrepreneurship Course Description: A three-hour entrepreneurial workshop designed for individuals contemplating business ownership. Tailored for those intrigued by the idea but unsure if it's the path for them, this course delves into the intricacies of building a business—from generating ideas to budgeting and beyond. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/579b5175-ddb6-410a-9b19-2ec69aaa68ba/VILT+facilitator+guide+cover.jpg Instructor Led - Facilitator’s Guide for Virtual Instructor-Led Training (vILT) Description: Sample facilitator’s guide for Social Media Content Creation training. Training is designed for interns who have social media experience but do not have business social media content creation experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/0c7c07ec-5a9a-4d9b-854a-2ffb3012861a/3.jpg Instructor Led - Social Media Marketing Content Creation PowerPoint Description: Sample PowerPoint for vILT training. Training is designed for interns with personal social media experience but do not have business social media content creation experience. The training is for the interns to create business-specific social media content that is audience-specific with respect to where that audience is in the ‘buying journey’. https://www.candysugarman.com/instructionaldesign daily 0.75 2024-08-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/43818425-505f-45d1-abf8-8c7e4aa76a98/bakeware+design+doc+pic.jpg Instructional Design - Design Document - Bakeware Description: Sample for fictional company Bakeware and the sales representative’s eLearning Training in Storyline. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/1656445920524-IBEE016DKBC2SXGIIAGC/bakeware%2Bstoryboard%2Bimage.jpg Instructional Design - Storyboard - Bakeware Description: Sample for fictional company Bakeware and the sales representative’s eLearning Training in Storyline. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/4a37d862-446d-4bee-bf91-196cdcf860bd/zoom+script++image.jpg Instructional Design - How to Use Zoom on PowerPoint -Script Description: Sample script for video-based learning on how to use a feature on PowerPoint. Click on Video Sample to view the video. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/cd19d2b7-891c-4b63-bd9e-9aee8ed23a29/design+doc+screen+shoot+for+walk+dogs.jpg Instructional Design - Design Document - Walking Shelter Dogs Sample for fictional non-profit Shelter X. Training shelter volunteers for walking the shelter dogs to minimize dogs escaping kennels, getting dogs to walk well on the leash, and training dogs. eLearning was created in Rise 360. Click eLearning Sample button to view the eLearning training. https://www.candysugarman.com/elearning daily 0.75 2025-06-23 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/d96e4506-8814-429d-9032-9618c7c7ef2f/adaptive+learning+graphic.png eLearning - Project: Warehouse Safety Training Details: This interactive module was designed to help users learn by doing, using an exploratory approach rather than traditional instruction. Built in Articulate Storyline 360, the course removes linear navigation and instead encourages learners to freely investigate a scene to identify four workplace hazards. Key features include: Non-linear navigation with clickable hotspots A hint system to support users without giving answers Custom variables and triggers to track progress and unlock completion Clean interface that promotes intuitive exploration Tools Used: Articulate Storyline, Canva, ChatGPT (AI) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/529a1558-1483-4a33-91c0-1470457866aa/cover+of+rise+course+mental+health.png eLearning - Project: Course on 3-Day Challenge to Improve Your Mental Health. (Sample) Details: This quick eLearning sample explores three ways to improve mental health. The objective of the training is to provide actionable and easy activities that anyone can do in order to improve their mood. Tools Used: Articulate 360 Rise, Canva, ChatGPT (AI) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/f62c5354-abe4-4c40-aad9-b09a256cf533/cover+for+storyline+accordion+sample.png eLearning - Project: Sample Storyline Interaction Details: As part of a corporate training initiative, I developed an interactive accordion feature using Storyline 360, which was seamlessly integrated into a Rise 360 course. The complexity and depth of the content necessitated the use of a Storyline block, allowing for enhanced interactivity and user engagement. The training material encompassed four main sections, with one section containing additional appendices. To effectively manage this intricate structure, I opted for an accordion interaction, providing learners with a clear and organized way to navigate through the content. Section D was strategically locked to ensure a sequential learning path, requiring users to engage with all preceding sections before accessing the appendices. Due to confidentiality constraints, all original content and images were substituted with placeholder text and visuals. The final design balanced functionality with user experience, ensuring that the complex information was presented in a manageable and learner-friendly format. Tools: Articulate 360 Storyline https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/39b9b062-a35c-400b-af3c-61343e508d98/Rise+course+cover.jpg eLearning - Project: Shelter X Volunteer Walking Shelter Dogs Training Sample for Applied Instructional Design Academy (AIDA) Details: Fictional Shelter X has had a decrease in dog adoptions in the last three months. Adopters point out dogs are unruly on the walks. The objective of the training is to decrease dog’s disruptive behavior before, during, and after walks by educating the volunteers on behavior and commands. Tools Used: Articulate 360 Rise, Canva https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/e74423a9-c561-43a7-a503-0ffb745726c6/elearning+course+storyline.jpg eLearning - Project: Bakeware’s Sales Representative Training Sample for Applied Instructional Design Academy (AIDA) Details: Fictional company Bakeware sales across the nation are lagging with more than 65% of the sales staff not meeting minimum sales numbers every month. The objective is to increase all store's sales by staff by 35% in the next three months after the eLearning course has been taken. 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Click on the image to see the entire video script. Click on Video Sample to view the video. https://www.candysugarman.com/bakeware-doc daily 0.75 2025-06-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/43818425-505f-45d1-abf8-8c7e4aa76a98/bakeware+design+doc+pic.jpg Bakeware documents - Design Document - Bakeware Description: Sample for fictional company Bakeware and the sales representative’s eLearning Training in Storyline. Click eLearning Sample button to view the eLearning training. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62965c496f29c93e30d5b4c2/1656445920524-IBEE016DKBC2SXGIIAGC/bakeware%2Bstoryboard%2Bimage.jpg Bakeware documents - Storyboard - Bakeware Description: Sample for fictional company Bakeware and the sales representative’s eLearning Training in Storyline. 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