David Connolly

About David Connolly

I have over 20 years of professional experience in leadership across various industries and areas, skilled in design and numerous learning and training materials, working with subject matter experts, leadership teams, senior managers, and other professionals to deliver results.

Experience

1. Director of Art & Design

   Neighborhood Explorer

   Jul 2020 — Present

   Responsible for visualizing innovative ideas, designing support assets, art direction, creative project management, and serving as a liaison between creative and strategy teams. Conducted instructional research and analysis for clients and contexts. Evaluated current branding, products, and company details to create new style guides and present alternative styles and dashboard designs. Generated optimal data models to support data analysis numbers. Developed interactive scenario-based demos using adult learning theory techniques. Led a team of 10 by creating concepts, visual mockups, and specifications and presenting designs to the product team. Streamlined effective copy, instructional text, and audio scripts/video scripts for presentations. Customized templates to meet company eLearning standards utilizing effective written communication skills. Implemented Research and needs analysis with a User experience (UX) psychological approach while interviewing and accessing what the client needs. Developed navigation and flow using Figma. Conducts needs analysis and UX processes in order to create innovative wireframes and interactive prototypes. Produced static and animated infographics assets. Created instructional videos within Camtasia software, Adobe Captivate, and Microsoft Teams while using experience in Final Cut Pro, and Adobe After Effects to enhance videos for clients. Utilized Microsoft Office and Google Docs as a tool to expand verbal and written communication skills with clients and team members. Ensured eLearning brand standards and guidelines were followed using instructional technology and organizational psychology.Competencies: UX/UI Design, Research, Data Story Visuals, Prototyping, Team Collaboration, Dynamic Flow Charts, Pitch Decks, User Stories, Custom Art/Illustrations/Layout/Print Design, Content Writing, Content Development, and Technical Writing

Education

• The University of Tulsa

  Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Visual Arts and Art History

  1993 — 1997

• The University of Tulsa

  Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Art and Art History

  1997 — 2001

Skills

• Video Art
• Curating
• Art Education
• Art History
• Gallery Management
• Mediation
• Negotiation
• Sales
• Operations Management
• Art Instruction
• Curriculum Development
• Digital Photography
• Management
• Art Exhibitions
• Public Art
• Research
• Visual Arts
• Presentation Skills
• Lecturing
• Writing
• Higher Education
• Art Handling
• Contemporary Art
• Galleries
• Teaching
• Museums
• Studio Art
• Arts Administration