Jeff is professional actor turned instructional designer, e-learning developer, short-form media producer, and trainer. At the root of everything he does is a love for people and a love for telling stories; especially the stories that support the growth of the people he loves.
This portfolio is a sampling of work completed over 10+ years working as professional educational media developer. The bulk of it comes from his time as Director Educational Media at the University of Massachusetts Global. Jeff also develops short-form content through his freelance business Notabot Media.
Jeff resides in Murrieta, California with his beautiful wife and two daughters.
University of Massachusetts Global 2013 - Present
Director of Educational Media 2020 - Present
Responsible for managing a team of media developers as we collaborate with faculty at the university to develop original course content for our online courses.
Project managing a pipeline of over 100 media projects on an annual basis.
Creative solutions specialist that seeks to utilize the technology we have at our disposal to create high quality, engaging, and innovative learning experiences for students.
Oversee the distribution and management of all educational media resources on university servers and the Kaltura Video Management service.
Oversee and manage all asynchronous training materials for the Center for Instructional Innovation, including website, videos, job aids and technology simulations.
Technical development of advanced e-learning interactive material using Articulate Storyline 360 and Captivate.
Instructional Designer - Educational Media 2013 - 2020
Design and develop asynchronous training materials including Blackboard LMS video training series for both faculty and students, Adobe Connect video training series
In collaboration with the curriculum teams and instructional designers, assist with building, development and re-development of online and blended courses using the Bb LMS. Course building work will include uploading documents designed and developed by faculty, creating discussions, group work, library resources, links to internal and external sites and resources, exam and quiz building.
Provide application and advanced technical support to Brandman LMS users and its integrated applications.
Provide escalated help and support over the phone and internet for Brandman users in troubleshooting and problem solving in the more advanced technical uses of the LMS platform.
Assistance in maintaining and tracking of systems for instructional design and courseware development projects, as needed.
Assist with the development of instructional materials for workshops and LMS trainings. 10% Collaborate with Manager of Online Course Administration to plan the development and revision of online and blended programs and courses.
Provide assistance with approved policies and procedures, under the guidance of the online and blended course team, relating to Blackboard course management that could include course archiving, portal functions, user roles, user privileges and authentication, and authorization.
Communicate with other university support services to coordinate support for online and blended faculty, students, and potential students in an attempt to make the entire online education experience more user-friendly, effective, and seamless.
Notabot Media 2015 - Present
Owner - Freelance E-Learning Development & Video Production
Design and develop e-learning and online course shell for online courses at Concordia University.
Produce short-form video production resources for Instructional Innovation Institute.
Website development for PNW Solar solutions.
Graphic design for Andrew Lewis Homes.
Social media short-form teaser video for Living Beautifully.
Animated logo design for TriuneIT.
Produced music video "Holding You" by Flood the Stone.
Faith Bible Church 2015 - Present
Administrative Leader for Men's Ministry 2022 - Present
Event planning and coordination for large scale promotional and training events. Including food, activities, teaching and media production.
Taught several topics at weekly gatherings.
Planned and coordinated a multi-day retreat.
Managed budget and expenses for all ministry activities.
Designed and developed curriculum in a digital and printed workbook using Adobe InDesign.
Visual Ministry Leader 2015 - 2022
Design graphics for weekly services and build presentations in ProPresenter using Adobe Photoshop, After Effects and Illustrator.
Maintain and set up large scale projections, and operate ProPresenter transitions for weekly services.
Concordia University 2012 - 2015
Adjunct Professor
Curriculum Development for Introduction to Theater for Non-Majors
Taught Voice for the Actor
Taught Movement for the Actor
Taught Introduction to Theater for Non-Majors
Directed a production of 39 Steps
Directed a touring production of Christ in the Concrete City
La Mirada High School 2012 - 2013
Theater Arts Director
Taught Basic Drama
Directed a production of Sound of Music
Administrative assistant to the Visual and Performing Arts Director
Vanguard University of Southern California 2004 - 2009
Financial Aid Counselor
Verified and Awarded federal aid to all incoming graduate and SPS students at Vanguard.
Vanguard University of Southern California 2003 - 2007
Bachelor of Arts in Theater Production & Directing
Regent University 2009 - 2012
Master of Fine Arts in Acting & Directing
Training Center International 2020 - 2023
Leadership Training Certificate
E-Learning Development Video Production Graphic Design Administrative
Articulate Storyline 360 Adobe Premier Pro Adobe InDesign Event planning
Articulate Rise Adobe After Effects Adobe Illustrator Google Suite
Adobe Captivate Final Cut Pro Canva Microsoft Office
Camtasia Videography/Photography Lucidchart Mac/PC
Vyond Animation