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Crawford Creations

I’m John Crawford, a digital designer and U.S. Air Force veteran who builds engaging online learning experiences. Leveraging a Master’s in Instructional Design and a passion for AI, I specialize in creating efficient and accessible training solutions.


 

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SKILLS

My expertise spans the full lifecycle of digital learning design and management. I am proficient in the industry-standard tools and platforms required to build and deliver exceptional, accessible online education.

✍️ Authoring Tools

My expertise lies in utilizing industry-leading software, such as Articulate 360 and Lectora, to create engaging, SCORM-compliant eLearning modules. I possess the right tools and expertise to craft a truly engaging learning experience for your team.

  • Adobe Captivate Specialist
  • Articulate 360 (Storyline, Rise)
  • Lectora

⚙️ Coding

I utilize front-end coding skills in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to develop custom solutions and enhance the functionality of standard authoring tools. It’s all about cracking the code to a more powerful and flexible learning experience.

  • HTML5 & CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Ⓦ WordPress
  • xAPI (Tin Can)

💡Creative

With full-stack creative skills in the Adobe Creative Cloud, I produce all the assets required for a rich and visually stunning learning experience. From polished images in Photoshop to professional videos in Premiere Pro, my creative suite is at your service.

  • Adobe Creative Cloud
  • Adobe Express
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Canva
  • TechSmith Camtasia

💼 Microsoft

I'm highly skilled with essential Microsoft programs, including setting up and managing SharePoint sites that enable teams to collaborate securely and seamlessly. Using tools like Power Automate and PowerApps, I have the power to streamline your team's operations

  • SharePoint
  • Power Automate
  • Microsoft 360 Suite

🌐 Platforms

I have extensive experience managing and deploying content across various learning management systems, including Cornerstone, Litmos, and Moodle. This ensures your learning content is always delivered on a solid platform, ready for your team to launch into their training.

  • Cornerstone
  • Litmos
  • Moodle
  • Workday Learning

🎓 Education

Master of Science in Education Capella University

  • Instructional Design for Online Learning
  • Summa Cum Laude

🎓 Education

Web Design and Multimedia Westwood College of Technology

  • Bachelor of Applied Science
  • 🏅 Alpha Beta Kappa (ΑΒΚ)
  • Summa Cum Laude

SAMPLES

Collaborate closely with subject matter experts to transform knowledge into engaging digital learning experiences that make a real difference.

🎛️ Interactive Skills Dashboard

This is more than a list; it's an interactive toolkit designed to navigate my diverse skill set. I've engineered this space for you to explore my proficiency in everything from eLearning development with Articulate Storyline 360 to automating workflows with the Microsoft Power Platform.

🪪 Dynamic & Interactive Resume

Why settle for a flat document when experience can be brought to life? This interactive resume showcases my career of turning complex requirements into proven results, from boosting productivity to developing engaging training for thousands of employees.

🎬 Digital Studio Design & Management

This project provides a behind-the-scenes look at my comprehensive video production skills, from initial studio planning to multi-camera HD editing and green screen work. I manage the entire lifecycle to deliver impactful, quality video content.

📊 Instructional Design Process

A demonstration of my systematic and proven three-phase process for creating effective learning experiences. This project details an approach that ensures alignment with business goals and delivers measurable results, from analysis through implementation.

📈 Training ROI & Impact Dashboard

This project demonstrates the final, critical step in the instructional design process: measuring and visualizing results. Built as a proof-of-concept around the Kirkpatrick Model, this dashboard showcases how to connect learning initiatives to tangible business outcomes. I've engineered this interface with Chart.js to transform raw data—from learner satisfaction to key performance indicators—into a clear and compelling narrative for stakeholders.

Interactive Simulation: Automated Onboarding and MS Teams

This interactive portfolio piece demonstrates a fully automated new hire onboarding process built within a simulated Microsoft Teams environment. Leveraging the Power Platform (Power Automate, SharePoint, Forms) and Power BI, the system showcases distinct user and admin experiences, from initial data entry to final reporting. Explore the workflow, view dynamically generated notifications, and discover how responsive design and thoughtful automation can create efficient and scalable enterprise solutions.

AI Collaboration & Creative Intelligence

This space showcases my ongoing collaboration with Google AI—a generative partner that helps accelerate innovation across my instructional design, LMS development, and interactive media projects. From creating dynamic JavaScript quiz applications like 'Nexus of Knowledge' to architecting custom LMS solutions and ROI dashboards, Google AI has been pivotal. It has supported the rapid creation of scalable, enterprise-ready solutions, allowing me to streamline complex workflows, enhance data-driven reporting, and bring polished, playful digital experiences to life.

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Certifications

Intro-Gen-Ai

Intro to Generative AI

Google-Prompting

Prompt Engineering

Gen-Ai-Microsoft-LinkedIn

Generative AI by Microsoft and LinkedIn

Adobe Captivate Specialist

Adobe Captivate Specialist

Litmos Dojo Black Belt Training

Litmos Dojo Black Belt Training

Alpha Beta Kappa

Alpha Beta Kappa

ai-articulate-360

AI Assistant in Articulate 360

Accessible Elearning in Articulate 360

Accessible Elearning in Articulate 360

Transform Classroom Training to ELearning with Articulate 360

Transform Classroom Training to ELearning with Articulate 360

What Colleagues Are Saying

"Your thoroughness right from the start made it very easy to work with you. The attention to detail and willingness to answer my questions quickly made it a very smooth process. That’s what our organization looks for in vendors."

📣 Skip
Executive Director/Board President

"John is reliable, an extremely hard worker, and has great creative brainstorming skills. He helped train myself and others on professional video editing software, and his patience and skill at teaching technical subjects was incredibly valuable. John works great in a collaborative atmosphere and would be a valuable asset to any team. Because of these reasons I would highly recommend him to any employer."

📣 Lauren
Global Principal Learning Development Specialist

"John is wonderful to work with! He has impeccable digital design skill with Power Automate tools, Excel, SharePoint, and many others. John regularly learns about new resources and suggests how the team can create value with them. He also took the time to teach and demo skills in department wide meetings and on an individual basis."

📣 Jennifer
Learning And Development Specalist

"He was instrumental in helping us successfully import over 20,000 team members into our LMS... He brings particular strength in tools like SharePoint and Microsoft Forms, and he has a knack for creating straightforward solutions and processes that make life easier for end users. If you’re looking for someone dependable, collaborative, and focused on delivering practical tech support and process improvements, I’d recommend John Crawford without hesitation."

📣 Katie
Vice President of Learning and Development

"John has an incredible eye for design and thinks outside the box when faced with a challenge. He takes initiative and is always looking to improve either his design skills or technical aptitude. Having John as a part of your team means that you have an exceptional talent that not only strives to improve himself, but those around him as well."

📣 Donovan
Corporate Talent Specialist

"I first met John in the early 2000s when we were going to Westwood College to obtain our graphic design and multimedia degree. We both took our learning very seriously and met in a class we had together. We became very good friends as we worked on projects together. What I like about working with John is creative thinking outside the box. One of his main goals is creating a product that's message is clear and to the point. John has also done pro bono work for our Unknown Donors team. When we needed a new look for our team logo, I asked John to help us out. He created a new look that is professional and now known in the organ, eye, and tissue donation and transplantation communities throughout Colorado and Wyoming, also known as Donate Life. John would be an excellent addition to any team looking for a strong member who looks for answers, not excuses."

📣 Scott
Volunteer and Advocate

CONTACT

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