SUSI R SCHMIDT
Lynnwood,Washington
Summary
Dynamic instructional designer and program manager with a proven track record at The Boeing Company, enhancing training effectiveness by 84%. Expert in e-learning design and adult learning methodologies, adept at fostering collaboration and driving curriculum innovation. Skilled in LMS mastery and project management, delivering impactful learning solutions across diverse teams.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Designer | Program Manager | E-Learning Curriculum Developer
The Boeing Company
Everett, WA
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Developed curriculum for top engineers, impacting {73%} in training enhancements by streamlining processes and aligning learning based outcomes
- Utilized Agile methodology for rapid development cycles.
- Optimized aviation projects training for {25%} cost reduction by spearheading curriculum development for Boeing engineers
- Developed multimedia elements such as video clips, audio files, animations and graphics for course delivery.
- Improved digital curriculum effectiveness and learner retention by {84%} through innovative designs for top executives
- Enhanced executive training satisfaction by {75%} by integrating design thinking in high-level curriculum development
- Achieved {65%} reduction in training costs by streamlining content delivery processes for top engineering teams
- Cultivated strong enterprise relationships facilitating cross-functional collaboration with {15} HR partners
- Enabled effective learning solutions for {64} departments by collaborating with senior management on innovative strategies
- Developed and tracked digital learning modality roadmaps that resulted in elite technical aerospace engineer training that improved learner retention rates by 35% globally
- Demonstrated and communicated technical knowledge of Workday Learning LMS and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Prism)
- Used design thinking principles, adult learning methodologies and learning theory in identifying and managing digital complex group dynamics
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Manager- Instructional Designer | Pharmacy Program Management | E-Learning-Online Developer
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ
08.2008 - 09.2022
- Increased student placement success rate by {20%} by recruiting new internship sites
- Managed a program budget of {$100,000} ensuring timely accounts payable
- Maintained ASHP accreditation by annually reviewing and updating the curriculum
- Developed a comprehensive curriculum for {10} pharmacy technology courses
- Supervised {10} adjunct faculty, enhancing mentoring programs
- Improved adult learner engagement by {30%} by developing training materials
- Designed pharmacy technology and healthcare training curricula by applying modern methodologies
- Facilitated transition from internship to job placement by streamlining vaccination record collection
- Enhanced curriculum relevancy by annually adapting to industry standards
- Supported college advisory training programs with curriculum design expertise
- Experienced in developing, training and teaching materials to adult learners using adult learning methodologies
- Subject-matter expert in pharmacy and compounding operations
- Experienced in using a variety of learning management systems, such as Web CT, Blackboard Vista, Moodle and Desire2Learn (D2L)
Education
Master Trainer Certificate -
Association of Training Development
05.2025
Master's Degree - Educational Technology
Boise State University
Master's Certificate - Workplace Instructional Design & Performance Improvement
Boise State University
Bachelors degree - Health Education & Promotion
University of Arizona
Skills
- Content development
- E-Learning
- Instructional design
- Program management
- Adult learning methodologies
- Agile
- Predictive
- SCORM
- LMS mastery
- Virtual Reality
- Curriculum development
- Learning management systems
- E-learning design
- Project management
- Data analysis
- Needs assessment
- Adult learning principles
- Training facilitation
- Blended learning
- Multiple learning design authoring tools (Storyline, Rise, Articulate 360, DomiKnow)
Certification
- Association for Talent Development (ADT)-Master Trainer Certificate, 05/25
- Project Management Professional Certification, 05/25
Accomplishments
- Increased learner retention by 35% through e-learning enhancements for aerospace engineers globally.
- Led design of diabetes program for the American Heart Association, reaching 200+ patients & Staff.
- Reduced training costs by $3M by optimizing aviation projects curriculum.
- Enhanced curriculum effectiveness by 20% through innovative designs.
- Boosted executive training satisfaction by % using targeted high-level courses.
Work Portfolio
https://susischmidt.com
Affiliations
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude
- Master Trainer Certificate (Association for Training Development-ATD)-Completion May 2025
- Master Instructional Designer Certificate (Association for Training Development ATD June 2025)
- PMP Completion May 9, 2025
- Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD-Complete May 2025)
Timeline
Instructional Designer | Program Manager | E-Learning Curriculum Developer
The Boeing Company
09.2022 - 01.2025
Manager- Instructional Designer | Pharmacy Program Management | E-Learning-Online Developer
Pima Community College
08.2008 - 09.2022
Master Trainer Certificate -
Association of Training Development
Master's Degree - Educational Technology
Boise State University
Master's Certificate - Workplace Instructional Design & Performance Improvement
Boise State University
Bachelors degree - Health Education & Promotion
University of Arizona
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