About Me

My name is Michael Zielinskie-as you may have already guessed-and I strive to create dynamic and visually compelling learning solutions. My tool belt is packed to the brim with graphic design principles, instructional design theories, and an insatiable hunger for personal development. When it comes to my work and my passions, I have two speeds: Flash and Sonic the Hedge Hog.

Education

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
M.S. in Instructional Technology
December 2017
Summa Cum Laude

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
B.A. in Art Studio, Minor in Anthropology
May 2014
Cum Laude

Experience

Verizon
Instructional Designer
March 2019 - Present

  • Trusted to deliver diverse solutions on all project scales across an enterprise client base.

  • Built and maintained relationships with stakeholders including: external vendors, internal SMEs, peer L&D organizations, and C-Suite leaders across the business.

  • Highly requested for ADDIE model proficiency and Agile development of asynchronous or synchronous learning.

  • Designed and developed top quality learning solutions with a focus on accessibility, inclusion, and UX design.

  • Templatized deliverables within brand to decrease peer development time by 50%.

  • Leveraged xAPI reporting to evaluate the success of courses and identify reinforcement opportunities.

  • Engaged in monitoring the industry for design trends and emerging technologies.

Law Firm eLearning
eLearning Developer
February 2018 - September 2018

  • Developed highly animated and engaging eLearning courses on complex legal topics.

  • Partnered with project managers to deliver products on time and on brand.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
National Learning Specialist
September 2017 - March 2018

  • Supported the National Learning team to uncover and resolve inefficiencies in learning programs.

  • Developed a modern style for eLearning courses and live training assets.

  • Converted flash-based courses to Captivate projects to ensure HTML5 compatibility.

E-PAGA, INC.
Instructional Systems Design Consultant
May 2017 - September 2017

  • Developed over 4000 assessment items for the Emergency Management Institute.

  • Developed a Excel formula to decrease quality assurance for entire project team.

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Instructional Technology Graduate Assistant
August 2016 - July 2017

  • Lead a team in converting synchronous university course offerings into asynchronous classes.

  • Developed eLearning courses for internal university use and external business clients.

  • Designed and developed graphic elements and materials for online distribution.

Skills

  • Agile eLearning Development

  • Audio & Video Editing

  • Audio & Video Production

  • Client Engagement

  • Content Analysis

  • Creative & Technical Writing

  • Facilitation – In Person and Virtual

  • Graphic Design

  • LMS Administration & Testing

Tool Proficiencies

  • Adobe After Effects

  • Adobe InDesign

  • Adobe Illustrator

  • Adobe Captivate

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Articulate Rise

  • Articulate Storyline 360

  • Audacity

  • Camtasia

  • Google Tool Suite (Slides, Sheets, Docs, Forms, Sites)

  • iSpring

  • Microsoft Office Suite

  • Vyond (Formerly GoAnimate)

Familiar With

  • CSS

  • HTML

  • Javascript

Awards

2022

Verizon Spotlight Awards - 2

2021

Gold Organization - Chief Learning Officer - Learning Elite

Best Results of a Learning Program - Silver - Reliability Matters

Verizon Spotlight Awards - 5

2020

Best Advance in Compliance Training - Gold - Code of Conduct: Integrity Always Matters

Verizon Spotlight Awards - 4

2019

Verizon Spotlight Awards - 5

2014

John Cook and Chip Callahan Memorial Scholarship

Lambda Alpha National Collegiate Honors Society for Anthropology

Dean’s List: Spring 2014

2013

Department of Liberal Arts: Art and Art History Outstanding Student Award 2013-2014

Dean's List: Spring 2013, Fall 2013

2010

Coal Township Alumni Association Scholarship