Dillon Fornia
Seattle
Summary
Deadline-driven Graphic/Instructional Designer focused on overseeing projects from concept through final delivery. Successfully creates brand messages, strategies, key graphic productions, and training programs. Resourceful and hardworking with vendor sourcing expertise and empowering leadership skills illustrated over 13 years of industry success.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional/Graphic Designer
McDonalds
05.2023 - Current
- Created graphics, videos, interactive PDF templates, icons, gif's, images, SCORM and Articulate assets for training and leadership programs
- Managed content, SME’s, digital resources, and assets for a global audience
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
Instructional Designer
Whole Foods
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Gathered, analyzed, and leveraged data from multiple sources to identify user trends and improvement areas
- Modernized training content while including UX/UI, human centered learning, interactivity, and accessibility
- Developed innovative digital solutions on tight deadlines with a high impact on employee turnover rates
- Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
- Enhanced e-learning experience by designing interactive and engaging instructional materials.
Instructional Designer
Amazon
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Spearheaded mentorship program to support newly hired instructional designers, fostering culture of collaboration and growth.
- Achieved significant improvement in employee performance metrics by redesigning sales training curriculum.
- Streamlined learning content management, introducing efficient tools for updating and maintaining course materials.
Solutions Developer
McGraw Hill Education
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Championed best practices in coding standards and project management methodologies, fostering a culture of collaboration among team members.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive solutions addressing client needs and requirements.
Senior Instructional Designer
Committee For Children
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Managed and coached team members to help them reach career goals while continuing to grow their skills
- Collaborated with a team of research scientists to create a comprehensive SEL curriculum for adults and students
- Created and maintained human centered digital design and UX/UI standards for while serving as manager of the design team
- Applied adult learning theories to develop targeted training programs aimed at bridging skill gaps among employees.
- Delivered coaching, training and mentoring to course developers and instructors to boost confidence and understanding of materials.
Senior Digital Authoring Specialist
McGraw Hill Education
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Lead a team to design and create 170 interactive and accessible widgets designed to meet the needs of all business units
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
Instructional Designer
Caradigm
11.2014 - 07.2015
- Managed and designed three large-scale learning video games
- Developed instructor-led training materials that supported face-to-face classroom instruction for blended learning environments.
- Incorporated best practices in instructional design methodologies like ADDIE, SAM, and Agile into project workflows.
Principal and Teacher
Lake Washington School District
03.2002 - 08.2014
- Fostered a positive learning environment by promoting open communication among staff, students, and parents.
- Cultivated positive relationships between community members, school students, and teachers.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Led school improvement efforts by setting clear expectations for staff performance and providing regular feedback on progress towards goals.
Adjunct Facility
City University of Seattle
05.2008 - 05.2012
- Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Education
M.Ed - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Science, Web Design
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WASkills
- Graphic design
- Video editing, production, and effects
- Logo design
- Social media design
- Adult Learning Theory
- Articulate Storyline and Rise
- HTML, CSS, SCORM, Java Script
- UX & UI Design
- Project Management
- Mobile Interface Design
- Interactive design
- Accessibility design
- Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite
Timeline
Instructional/Graphic Designer
McDonalds
05.2023 - Current
Instructional Designer
Whole Foods
07.2022 - 05.2023
Instructional Designer
Amazon
02.2022 - 03.2022
Solutions Developer
McGraw Hill Education
11.2021 - 02.2022
Senior Instructional Designer
Committee For Children
08.2019 - 10.2020
Senior Digital Authoring Specialist
McGraw Hill Education
08.2015 - 05.2019
Instructional Designer
Caradigm
11.2014 - 07.2015
Adjunct Facility
City University of Seattle
05.2008 - 05.2012
Principal and Teacher
Lake Washington School District
03.2002 - 08.2014
M.Ed - Educational Administration
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education, Science, Web Design
Western Washington University
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