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Maren Patterson

Instructional Designer

Digital Content Developer

Technical Artist

http://www.marenpatterson.com

marenpatterson@yahoo.com

CA 1-805-419-5605

TX 1-972-379-8639


Skills/Experience

Instructional Design and Development, Quality Matters College Course Reviewer, Front-end Website Development, Back-end Website Development, Mobile Application Development, Branding, Graphic Design, Video Production, Video Editing, Audio Production, Audio Recording and Mixing Engineering, Product Photography, Talent Photography, 3d Character Design, 3d Modeling, 3d Visualization, Video Game Environment Development, Game Designing, Mentoring, Instructor, UI/UX Design, etc.

Software

Apple

Final Cut Logic Pro Xcode Garageband iMovie iDVD iWeb iPhoto Keynote Pages Numbers iWorks iLife

Microsoft

Word Excel Power Point Publisher Visual Studio Outlook Office

Misc

Unreal Metahuman Creator Articulate Storyline RISE 360 Reallusion iClone Reallusion Character Creator 8 Canvas LMS Camtasia Linux Avid ProTools Blender Adobe CS Master-Suite Photoshop Illustrator Flash Premier Pro After Effects Dreamweaver Fuse XD Sublime Text Unreal Engine Unity DaVinci Resolve Vyond



Certificates and Achievements


Certificate achievements, in addition to the following listed degrees awarded.



Employment History

Digital Learning Developer II (HR)

(Technical Artist | Front-End Web Developer | 3D Game Environment Developer)

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

“Maren, I am blown away by the many talents and skills you have. Your name keeps coming up in meetings, and everyone wants you on their team. You're in such high demand! We truly appreciate you and the work you are doing for the company.“ (Deb Lowry, VP & Kim Thompson, VP & Jamie Byler, VP)


“RECOGNITION
For your incredible work in creating the 3d space rooms for the project. The layouts you have designed are truly top notch and added so much value to the overall vision!
Additionally, I really appreciate your flexibility and willingness to take up new tasks, especially after transitioning from accelerate to LE. Your ability to adapt and contribute whenever needed has not gone unnoticed, and it speaks volume about your dedication and professionalism.
Thank you for all your hardwork and being such a reliable and talented team mate.“
(Anup Kamat, Project Associate)

“RECOGNITION
Special gratitude to the development team in Digital Solutions for bringing the content design to life. This group of creative, passionate and talented individuals is creating a whole new way of learning at the company.
Thank you for your partnership. We look forward to launching an amazing new program for managers in the new year!“
(Erik Fuentes, VP & Kim Thompson, VP)

“RECOGNITION
In the spirit of EAW, we want to express our heartfelt appreciation for the time and talent you bring to our Servicing and CORE Excellerate missions. Your creativity and consistent excellence never cease to amaze us. Thank you for making our missions both fun and outstanding.
With gratitude...“
(Christy Welzbacher & Minerva Cruz-Martin, Pipeline Owners)

“RECOGNITION
Maren, Thank you for being an extremely kind and creative member of our team. Your compassion and innovative ideas greatly enhance our work environment, and I truly appreciate all that you do.“
(Michael Lacy II, VP)

“RECOGNITION
Maren, It has been a pleasure getting to know you and seeing all of your design talents over the past few months. I am thankful to have you on our team and look forward to all you can do. Your team support and skills have bee an intrical part of our team. Thank you.“
(Jamie Byler, VP)

“RECOGNITION
Hi Maren, ...I just wanted to let you know you crushed it on the production of my content. I know a lot of my ideas are needlessly complex but you brought the idea to life so well! ...Awesome stuff! Thanks for helping develop my rediculous ideas in such a great way!“
(Andrew Leslie, Training Associate)

“Maren, I wanted to thank you for all you have taken on and for the amazing work you have done so far for the Excellerate project... It's great to see the work you are turning around!“ (Deb Lowry, VP & Project Manager)

2024 - Current

  • Development of courses for a global audience of employees, managers, and partners
  • Educational/Instructional animation creation and editing
  • Video/Audio Studio Engineer/Technician
  • Process Review and Standard Operating Procedure development
  • 3D modeling and design
  • Game world / 3D environment design & development
  • Website development
  • Webapp development


Multimedia Mobile E-Learning Specialist
DSI Systems inc. (AT&T)

“The courses and modules that Maren has developed for the SalesPro app are amazing! Maren has done a great job with the animations and video content also!“ (JoAnn Herness, AT&T Senior Program Project Manager)

2019 - 2024

  • Online Course Development & Technical Artist
  • Development of management training courses
  • Development of Human Resources courses
  • Development of employee onboarding courses
  • Development of AT&T Mobile Application
  • Courses provide training for all AT&T reps nationally
  • Courses provide training for call center reps internationally
  • Educational/Instructional Animation Creation and Editing
  • Educational/Instructional Video Production
  • Online Course Reviewer
  • CMS Course layout Design
  • Video/Audio Production


Instructional Designer, Digital Content Developer, Multimedia Studio Manager
Harding University Center for Learning with Technology

“Because of his versatility in graphic and web design, video editing and programming, he would be an asset to any company that seeks his skill set. These skill sets were used on various projects in The Center for Learning with Technology, and they were well done.” (Naomi Valentine, Senior Instructional Designer)

2018 - 2019

  • Quality Matters Logo Certified - Addressing Accessibility and Usability (AAU)
  • Quality Matters Logo Certified - QM Rubric Update Sixth Edition (RU)
  • Quality Matters Logo Certified - Quality Matters Peer Reviewer (PRC)
  • Quality Matters Logo Certified - Applying the Quality Matters Rubric (APPQMR)
  • Educational/Instructional Video Production
  • Online Course Development and Review
  • Canvas LMS Course layout Design (HTML, CSS)
  • Website Design (HTML, CSS)
  • Web-App Design/Development (HTML, CSS, PHP)
  • Studio Designer, Technician, Manager


Website Developer and Digital Content Developer
Escape Chambers LLC

“I have been repeatedly blown away by the projects he puts together... Besides being incredibly professional, polite, and an overall great human being to work with, he has a unique sense of creativity and continues to knock it out of the park when we task him with projects.“ (Ben Holt, Marketing Director)

2016 - 2018

  • Front/Back End Website Development (WordPress, HTML, CSS)
  • Graphic Design
  • Branding
  • Video/Audio Production
  • Photography
  • Virtual Reality Game World Design


Office Administrator
Holland YRC

“Mr. Patterson has great attention to detail, and quality clear concise information. He takes great pride in the work he completes...” (David Closner, Operations Manager)

2015 - 2016

  • Daily preparation of paperwork for freight transport
  • Customer service and call center representative


Services Associate
Brensten Education College

“His versatility in IT, graphic design, web design, and video editing makes him a very attractive candidate for any organization looking to upgrade their current employee roster.” (James Bush Jr., Co-worker)

2014 - 2015

  • Developed a digital attendance tracking system for the campus (intern project)
  • Reported directly to the Vice President of IT
  • Mentor students
  • *Pearson VUE Certified Test Administrator


Website Developer and Graphic Designer
LSFBLC Inc.
2010 - 2011

  • Developed company website
  • Designed advertisement, weekly flyers, and weekly course workbook


Lead Multimedia Technician-Engineer
Brentwood Church of Christ (.org)
2009 - 2011 (Volunteer 2000 - 2009)

  • Radio program producer and host for ten years (volunteer engineer - promoted to lead engineer)
  • Managed, recruited, and trained the Multimedia Ministry team
  • Instructor of multimedia and safety workshops/seminars
  • Computer build, website development, graphic design, audio/video production, photography, project management/development


Instructor and Security
Maasai Institute High School
2006 - 2007

  • Public safety and campus security
  • Designed curriculum and taught digital audio production course
  • Designed curriculum and taught Kung Fu course/ managed campus Kung Fu Club


Education

Nanodegree - Intro to Programming
Avatar Udacity

Updating and refreshing skills in website development, website application design, and programming.


Master Graduate Certificate (MGC-SDP) - Software Development and Programming
Avatar Denver University

Renewing my understanding in the design and development of software, web-apps, and mobile apps.


Master Graduate Certificate (MGC-IDT) - Instructional Design and Technology
Avatar Full Sail University

Enhanced my ability to develop educational programming, course work, and related digital content.


Master of Arts Degree (M.A.) - Strategic Communication and Digital Media
Avatar Regent University

Studying the worldview of ethics in communication, journalism, entertainment-education, and digital content development to promote social change.


Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.S.) - Digital Entertainment and Game Design

Training in digital video game development, animation, 3d modeling, and software development.


Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Information Technology and Multimedia

Education in computer builds and repair, application design, audio engineering, video production, and website development.



*Professor / Grand Master - Personal Safety and Combative Science

(12th Degree Black Belt)

Avatar World Wide Martial Arts Association
Avatar formerly United States Martial Arts Association

Head/Senior Instructor of health, personal protection, and safety. Studying Shaolin Gung Fu, Chi Kung, Tai Chi Chuan, JuJutsu, Taiho Jutsu, etc.