JESSE CLARK
Instructor, Technology Trainer, Business Developer, Instructional Designer, L&D Specialist
Peoria,Arizona
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Summary
Proactive Trainer, Designer, and Business Consultant with 10 + years experience in small start-up business environments. Effective driver of business lifecycles from concept to delivery. Communicative and collaborative with proven history of improving business operations to support corporate growth and revenue. Talented Instructor effectively facilitates learning for students of all ages by providing engaging, relevant instruction. Proficient in crafting lesson plans with clear objectives easily communicated to students.
Skills
Business development and digital marketing - JCT LLC (Canva, Vista Create, Adobe CC, Google My Business Certified, ChatGPT AI, CRMs)
Instructional Design (Adobe Captivate, Adobe CC, Camtasia, Articulate Storyline)
Microsoft Office and Google Workplace Platforms
LMS Platforms (Moodle, BusinessU, Canvas, Microsoft Teams, Google Classroom, PowerSchool, Synergy)
Developmentment of workflows and training materials for new client training and onboarding
Administrative, supervisory, and project management with small businesses and nonprofits
Strong ability and desire to learn new concepts and softwares quickly Excellent communication skills and motivated by facilitating live and recorded trainings
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate and Small Business Consultant and Technology Trainer
JCT LLC
Peoria, AZ
01.2010 - 05.2023
- Increased website views and engagement through content marketing, ChatGPT OpenAI, best web design practices, and on-page SEO
- Assisted business owners and stakeholders in streamlining business processes in order to achieve quarterly and annual goals
- Developed training materials through live webinars and pre-recorded instructional videos
- Monetized YouTube Channel with over 2000 subscribers and 100 videos (CTE/College Instructor) Digital Media and Marketing
- Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions
- Created dashboards to monitor and track key performance indicators
Instructor/Director of Operations
Maricopa Community Colleges/Peoria Unified School District
Peoria, AZ
05.2015 - 05.2023
- Taught students of vastly diverse population in subjects of Digital Media and Marketing including Adobe CC suite and Final Cut
- Student Store Director - Improved marketing efforts to increase sales by $300/day in 2022
- DECA Advisor - led 11 students to National Competition in Atlanta, GA and Orlando Florida
- Curriculum writer and designer for high school students in Digital Media and Marketing programs in Peoria Unified School District
- Utilized various LMS for instruction including MS Teams, Moodle, BusinessU, Canvas, and Virtual Business
- Produced morning news show for school with student body of 2500 and local community at www.psbnonline.com
- Consistently met annual TQI goals for Sales and Marketing programs while working with industry program partners
- Examined and modified curriculum framework and CTE Program Model for district marketing programs in order to meet state standards
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish
Web Developer, Email Marketer
Jewish Voice Ministries
Phoenix, AZ
02.2013 - 08.2016
- Developed and implemented donation forms, social media campaigns, and newsletters for daily and weekly campaigns to reach over 100,000 constituents
- Analyzed data to increase engagement in digital marketing efforts for online constituents
Project Manager, Digital Marketer
MySmart Blog
Phoenix, AZ
06.2011 - 07.2014
- Consulted with over 50 business owners to define goals while helping with business development and processes
- Managed marketing campaigns to cultivate brand awareness and drive website traffic
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects
- Increased customer acquisition and ROI through continuous optimization, testing and experimenting with ad creative work, bid strategies, audience targeting and placements
Instructor
The Art Institute of Tucson/Vail Unified School
Tucson, AZ
07.2004 - 12.2011
- Taught high school and college students of vastly diverse populations in subjects of Digital Media and Marketing including Adobe CC suite and Final Cut, and Web Design.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning
- Advisor of FBLA student organization Curriculum writer and designer for high school students in Digital Media and Marketing programs in Peoria Unified School District
- Scheduled air times and acted as project manager to produce morning news show deployed to community and student of over 2500 students