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About the Designer

The Mind Behind the Method.

I bring a decade of experience in training, technical writing, and mass communication, with a strong foundation in developing clear, effective learning content. My work spans corporate training programs, published instructional materials, and communications strategies that drive employee engagement and development.

I have a proven track record of delivering training outcomes and learning products that strengthen organizational performance, business results, and knowledge transfer. Strategic training should include timeless design choices, collaboration, and measurable impact for sustained success.

Jakaria Ross
CURRENT STATUS
Senior Instructional Designer
Learning Strategist · 10+ years
Open to opportunities
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Design Philosophy
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Plan & Design

Identify learning gaps, pain points, goals, metrics, and compliance standards to design focused, effective training solutions.

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Deploy & Develop

Quickly build scalable, inclusive learning content—e-learning, mobile, scenario-based—without compromising quality.

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Measure & Track

Use analytics, xAPI, and data-driven metrics to monitor performance, learner progress, and refine learning strategy.

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Strategic Impact

Align training content with business objectives to drive consistent performance, knowledge transfer, and organizational results.

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Experience

Career Timeline

2025 – Present

Instructional Design Services

Sole Proprietor (The Global Training Association, LLC)

Designing and developing structured learning solutions including interactive eLearning modules, instructor-led training programs, and curriculum frameworks aligned with operational goals.

June 2024 – January 2025

Lead Instructional Designer

Cardone Ventures

Led digital learning program design supporting business growth and employee capability development. Delivered interactive eLearning modules using Articulate Storyline and multimedia tools.

August 2023 – May 2024

National Senior Instructional Designer & Trainer

Curaleaf

Designed and implemented national training programs supporting workforce development across multiple operational units using Articulate Storyline and multimedia technologies.

December 2022 – August 2023

Organizational Development Training Consultant & Instructional Designer

Maricopa County Clerk of the Superior Court

Delivered enterprise training solutions supporting workforce development. Conducted performance gap analyses and designed targeted learning programs for operational efficiency.

November 2021 – December 2022

Data / Content Analyst

Vaco – Google

Conducted data analysis to optimize digital content strategies. Applied instructional design principles to develop internal learning resources supporting HR systems training.

Credentials

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (CLSSBB)

Cert.

Certified Articulate 360 — Association of Talent Development (CSC)

Cert.

Connected Leadership — Yale (CL-YALE)

Cert.

Social & Behavioral Research — CITI (SBR)

Cert.

Human Resource Professional — GSDC

Cert.

Doctorates of Business Administration

In Progress

Master of Innovation

Completed

B.A. Mass Communications & Media Studies

Completed
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Technical Proficiency

The Toolset

Articulate 360 / Rise / Storyline95%
E-Learning & Mobile Learning93%
LMS Administration & UX90%
Technical Writing92%
Needs Analysis & Data-Driven Design90%
Gamification & Badging Systems85%
xAPI / SCORM / Analytics88%
Project Management (Agile)87%
Ready to Collaborate

Now accepting new clients & contracts.

Whether it's a full curriculum redesign, an LMS buildout, onboarding plans, or a single high-stakes module—let's start with the problem.

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