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David Conover

Austin,TX

Summary

Resourceful and innovative Instructional Designer with over 14 years of experience in e-learning and curriculum development for various cultural and professional backgrounds. Offering an insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired business outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Instructional Designer

PFISD
03.2008 - Current
  • Created Video Game Design curricula, researched "Serious Games" topics, and conceptualized course format, subject matter, and presentation.
  • Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
  • Organized, scheduled, and facilitated 35-week-long courses based on need.
  • Designed course materials and support implementation.
  • Targeted diverse learning modalities in developing new course content and training programs.
  • Provided job analysis in line with instructional design principles for successful mentoring.
  • Teamed with subject matter experts to evaluate and revise training tools to continually improve learning platforms.
  • Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
  • Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
  • Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for Video Game Design, Digital Media, and AI in Disaster Preparation.
  • Reached out to vendors to evaluate available curriculums and associated materials.

Elearning Servant-Leadership Curriculum Developer

AmeriCorps VISTA
02.2007 - 04.2008
  • Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
  • Teamed with subject matter experts to evaluate and revise training tools to continually improve learning platforms.
  • Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creating instructional materials.
  • Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
  • Created curricula and research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter, and presentation.
  • Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.

Co-Founder & Creative Director of Streaming Video

Zoom Culture
01.1999 - 01.2003
  • Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
  • Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Investigated and addressed business development challenges to mitigate problems proactively.
  • Advised on high-level hiring decisions for key leadership positions, conducted senior hire interviews, and nominated new board members.
  • Aligned organizational objectives with company mission, increasing revenue, profit, and business growth by collaboratively developing integrated strategies.
  • Coordinated and implemented practical training for over 30 college professionals to improve Live Streaming Video and Broadcasting processes.

Video Streaming Educational Media Producer

Real Education
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Planned video shoots in studio and remotely by managing production through stages to completion.
  • Presented production ideas and determined, creative scenarios for production and delivery.
  • Developed schedules for production, editing, and duplication for timely delivery.
  • Researched, developed, and pitched stories that reflected unique sensibilities of Real Education network brand.
  • Coordinated with producers and on-air talent to create program content, new ideas, and segments.
  • Guided producers and engineers in best story development practices and sound design concepts to encourage innovation in production techniques.
  • Improved Streaming Media production company operations and profitability by applying new technologies and fostering evolution of production standards.

Co-Founder and Streaming Video Producer

Encoding.com
01.1998 - 01.1999
  • Managed and coordinated post-production video editing, motion graphics design, compositing, and quality assurance reviewing.
  • Scheduled shoots and set up filming by communicating with talent and crew.
  • Managed capture and editing of video footage to monitor consistency.
  • Streamlined processes to minimize production delays and achieve intended strategy.
  • Facilitated development of innovative scripts and storyboards.
  • Produced and edited high-impact segments and stories.
  • Developed brand content by pitching ideas, developing concepts, producing online content, and contributing to commercial spots.

Streaming Media Production Development

RealNetworks
01.1997 - 01.1998
  • Coordinated launch of streaming media campaigns with marketing, communications, and sales departments.
  • Developed advertising strategies, converted ideas into concrete tasks, and delegated tasks to appropriate individuals and departments.
  • Built and maintained positive business relationships with clients while advocating for company in Streaming Media negotiations.
  • Streamlined operational processes and workflow to increase efficiency of team performance and resource allocation.

Education

Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership

University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE
06.2008
  • Relevant Coursework: Instructional Collaborative Teaching & Learning Strategies for Distance Learning
  • Study Abroad: The University of Wollongong, Visual Literacy and Distance Learning
  • Capstone Project: Masters of Science in Curriculum and Instructional Technology, Instructional Designer, Explored Streaming Video for Natural Disaster Preparation.

Bachelor of Arts - Theater Arts

The College of Wooster, Wooster, OH
07.1991
  • Capstone Project: Transitions, Producer and Director of Interactive Theatre

Skills

  • Training Program Improvement
  • Utilities Industry Knowledge
  • Career and Technical Education
  • Video Storytelling
  • Industry Best Practices
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Methods of Production
  • Course Materials Creation
  • Preparing Course Materials
  • Outreach Programs
  • Team Member Development
  • Learning Modalities

Accomplishments

  • Collaborating with a team of six to develop an Unreal Digital Twin of IBM's Cube Satelite Endurance.
  • Participating in an NSF AI and Machine Learning grant for course design for at-risk high school students in 2022
  • EPIC Games, MegaGrant Recipient in 2021
  • Collaborated on NSF Grant to introduce AI Chabot development with at-risk high school students in 2021

Affiliations

  • ISTE
  • Future World Alliance
  • Texas Blockchain Council
  • SXSW EDU Advisory Board
  • Digital Promise HP MS Fellow
  • IBM Champion
  • Serious Games

Certification

  • ISTE, AI Exploration Certification 2022
  • Berkley School of Music, Desktop Music Production 2004
  • University of Miami, Digital Film 1998
  • New York University, Digital video Production 1997


Timeline

Instructional Designer - PFISD
03.2008 - Current
Elearning Servant-Leadership Curriculum Developer - AmeriCorps VISTA
02.2007 - 04.2008
Co-Founder & Creative Director of Streaming Video - Zoom Culture
01.1999 - 01.2003
Video Streaming Educational Media Producer - Real Education
01.1999 - 01.2000
Co-Founder and Streaming Video Producer - Encoding.com
01.1998 - 01.1999
Streaming Media Production Development - RealNetworks
01.1997 - 01.1998
University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Master of Arts, Organizational Leadership
The College of Wooster - Bachelor of Arts, Theater Arts

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