Maria Elena Hernandez

About Maria Elena Hernandez

As a senior instructional designer at Celigo, I craft and optimize content for the company\'s online university, blending creativity with strategy to deliver high-impact learning experiences. I specialize in multimedia course development using tools like Camtasia, Articulate Storyline, and Articulate Rise, bringing concepts to life through engaging visuals, interactive modules, and learner-centered design.With 10+ years of experience in video production, journalism, and digital marketing, I bring a unique storytelling lens to instructional design. My background allows me to create content that\'s not only pedagogically sound but also visually compelling. I\'ve produced and edited content using Avid, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Final Cut Pro, ensuring professional polish across all media.My mission is simple: design learning that works. I collaborate with subject matter experts and other stakeholders to build content that aligns with instructional goals, supports learner outcomes, and meets competency benchmarks. From assessments to supporting materials, every element is crafted with intention and backed by best practices in adult learning theory and instructional design.I\'m a lifelong learner who thrives on curiosity and continuous growth. Whether it\'s mastering a new tool or exploring emerging trends in L&D, I\'m always seeking ways to elevate the learner experience.I enjoy connecting with professionals across industries, especially those passionate about learning, development, and innovation. If you\'re looking for a results-driven instructional designer or just want to exchange ideas, feel free to reach out here on LinkedIn or email me at m•••••@malena.me. Let\'s build something impactful together.

Experience

1. Senior Instructional Designer, Technical Product Enablement

   Celigo

   Mar 2024 — Present

   Converted technical content into engaging, accessible courses with simulations for technical and non-technical customers, which aligned with business objectives and leveraged multimedia tools (Articulate 360, Camtasia, and Adobe Creative Cloud) and learning strategies best practices• Collaborated with enablement team members on multiple projects which drastically improved learner engagement, including migrating learning management systems from Litmos to Skilljar, streamlining certification processes within 3 months, and implementing Zendesk support ticket system• Identified and addressed customer education learning gaps and monitored product updates to identify necessary course revisions

Education

• Texas State Technical College

  27 Credits, Telecommunications

  2003 — 2003

• Full Sail University

  Master's, Internet Marketing (now called Digital Marketing)

  2009 — 2010

• The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

  Graduate Certificate, E-Learning, Educational/Instructional Technology

• The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

  Master of Education - MEd, Educational/Instructional Technology

  2021 — 2021

• San Antonio College

  AAS, Radio-TV-Film Technology

  1999 — 2000

• The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

  Graduate Certificate, Online Instructional Designer

  2021 — 2021

• Texas Christian University

  Radio-TV-Film

  1997 — 1999

• University of Texas at Brownsville

  Bachelor's, Interdisciplinary

  2006 — 2007

Skills

• Video Editing
• Video
• Snapchat
• Web Analytics
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Adobe Photoshop
• Writing Skills
• Video Production
• Digital Media
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Web Content
• Television
• Social Networking
• Social Media
• Social Media Marketing
• Computer Literate
• Microsoft Excel
• Editing
• Media Relations
• Proofreading
• Facebook
• Broadcast
• Microsoft Office