Katelin DeFranco

My Experience

Senior Instructional Designer

GEICO , April 2017– Present

Conducts detailed analysis to determine both functional and company-wide learning needs. Designs and implements a wide range of training solutions such as e-learning, instructor-led, coaching guides, job aids, simulation exercises, and self-study resources.

New Hire and Ongoing Trainer

GEICO, March 2015 - April 2017

Led training program for new hire cohorts by coordinating resources, preparing and customizing learning curriculum, facilitating instructor-led sessions, conducted simulation exercises, providing ongoing support and coaching, and tracking and measuring results.

Supervisor

GEICO, July 2011 - March 2015

Led training program for new hire cohorts by coordinating resources, preparing and customizing learning curriculum, facilitating instructor-led sessions, conducted simulation exercises, providing ongoing support and coaching, and tracking and measuring results.

My Design Process

I follow the ADDIE process and adult learning theory to create a course that meets the learners and companies needs.

First, I conduct a through needs and audience analysis to determine if training is the solution and the objectives.

Next, I select instructional modalities and methods, develop the basic course design, and create the course map. Upon approval, I move to the development phase.

During and after implementation, I gather data to determine the success of the learning and what improvements could be made.

Lastly, I evaluate the course by using measurements to understand the overall learner experience and to track the impact to organizational results.

Recommendations

Ed Sand, Co-Worker

Rachel Spengler, Lead

"Kate is a true asset! She is one of the most thorough and organized individuals I've ever worked with. Her attention to detail and ability to prioritize make her a go-to resource in our department. Her work often went above and beyond what was asked of her due to her ability to critically analyze the request and foresee potential issues or areas for improvement.

Her proactive approach resulted in exceptional learning content that left the learners with a deep understanding and ability to immediately apply their knowledge on the job. She is also a supportive teammate who never hesitates to mentor, assist, or volunteer when she sees a need.

Kate is thoughtful, reliable, and a gifted instructional designer. I'm excited to see her accomplishments as she continues honing her skills and tackling new challenges. I know she has a bright future."

"I'm happy to write a LinkedIn recommendation for Kate, who's been an excellent instructional designer to work with. I enthusiastically endorse her for any instructional design gig because she's got some seriously tremendous skills and is super committed to her work.

Kate has this unique talent for taking complicated stuff and turning it into fun and easy-to-understand learning materials. She's great at breaking things down into bite-sized chunks and making courses that people really enjoy. Her knack for making things interactive and visually appealing makes her work stand out as top-notch.

One of the things I love about Kate is how easy she is to work with. She's a champ at collaborating with experts, team members, and everyone in between. She communicates really well and is open to feedback, which makes her a joy to work alongside. Plus, she's always on top of deadlines and can switch gears when things get crazy.

Kate is not just a pro at what she does; she's also super passionate about education. She stays up-to-date with the latest trends and tech in instructional design, and she's always coming up with cool new ideas. Her willingness to try out new tools constantly improves our learning materials.

Kate's professionalism and strong work ethic make her a valuable addition to any team or project. I have no doubt she'll keep rocking it as an instructional designer and do great in any role that needs a creative and results-driven pro like her. It's been awesome working with Kate, and I can't wait to see all the awesome stuff she'll achieve in the future."