About Nikki

I am a results-oriented learning and development professional who leverages an interdisciplinary sensibility toward instructional and visual design to transform complex topics into impactful learning journeys.

By integrating storytelling with innovative solutions and tools such as Articulate Rise, Storyline, and Adobe Creative Suite, I create experiences that meet diverse learners' needs and align with objectives. I drive measurable improvements in accessibility, engagement, retention, and inclusivity, ensuring that each project supports organizational goals and fosters a culture of continuous learning and development.

Professional Experience

  • 2023-Present

    University of Pittsburgh

    Instructional Designer
  • 2022-2023

    University of Pittsburgh

    Instructional Design Intern
  • 2020-2023

    Indiana University of Pennsylvania

    Instructional Design Assistant
  • 2016-2020

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh

    Marketing Communications Specialist
  • 2015-2016
  • 2011-2016

    Chabad Fox Chapel

    Marketing Communications Coordinator
  • 2010-Present
  • 2006-2008

    Indiana University of Pennsylvania

    Office Coordinator/Lab Assistant

Education

Master of Arts,
Instructional Design and Learning Technologies

Bachelor of Arts,
Journalism

Tools

  • Articulate Rise 360
  • Articulate Storyline 360
  • H5P
  • Adobe Captivate
  • Lectora
  • Camtasia
  • Canvas
  • Brightspace D2L
  • Moodle
  • Blackboard
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Canva
  • Sketch
  • Figma
  • GIMP
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Vyond
  • Genially
  • Prezi
  • Screencast-O-Matic
  • YouTube
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Animoto
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • WordPress
  • Airtable
  • Asana
  • Google Workspace
  • Padlet
  • Jira
  • Microsoft Project

Skills

  • Needs analysis
  • Gap analysis
  • Curriculum development
  • Learning objective creation
  • Assessment design
  • Course mapping and outlining
  • ADDIE Model
  • SAM Model (Successive Approximation Model)
  • Backward Design
  • Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels of Evaluation
  • Bloom’s Taxonomy
  • Gagne’s Nine Events of Instruction
  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
  • Competency-Based Learning
  • Scenario-Based Learning
  • Blended Learning
  • Storyboarding
  • Scriptwriting
  • Course design and development
  • Interactive content creation
  • Multimedia integration
  • Gamification
  • Microlearning
  • Adaptive learning technologies
  • UDL (Universal Design for Learning)
  • Accessibility (WCAG compliance)
  • DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) guidelines
  • Video editing
  • Audio editing
  • Graphic design
  • User Interface (UI) Design
  • User Experience (UX) Design
  • HTML/CSS coding
  • LMS administration
  • Project management
  • Stakeholder/SME/Faculty management
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Technical support
  • Quality assurance and testing
  • Continuous improvement
  • Research and trend analysis
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Creativity
  • Teamwork
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Lifelong learning
  • Empathy