

HELLO, I'M
Kris Watterson
Senior Instructional Designer | Creative Expert | Artist

Kris Watterson
BS in Graphic Design
MS in Instructional Design
Ed.D. Candidate in
Educational Technology

About
MY BACKGROUND
I’m seeking a Senior Instructional Designer role at a technology company and am the perfect fit for this role because I have the following relevant skills: Learning Strategy, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development & Learning Technology Leadership, E-Learning Development, Needs Assessment.
I am positioned to elevate enterprise learning strategy, as demonstrated by establishing eLearning standards, curriculum governance, and development workflows supporting a federal Oracle Health EHR transformation.
I am equipped to modernize workforce learning ecosystems, building on experience creating blended learning, Instructor-led training (ILT), eLearning, videos, competency assessments, and evaluation frameworks using ADDIE, SAM, Agile, and Kirkpatrick methodologies.
In addition, I have the following qualifications:
- Positioned to lead enterprise learning strategy and digital transformation initiatives, as demonstrated by directing learning standards, curriculum governance, and eLearning development for a federal Oracle Health EHR implementation.
- Equipped to strengthen organizational capability through scalable instructional design and cross-functional leadership, building on success leading development teams, mentoring designers, and delivering enterprise learning solutions across healthcare and higher education.
- Prepared to accelerate workforce performance through innovative learning technologies, as evidenced by implementing agile instructional practices, managing enterprise learning ecosystems, and producing award-winning multimedia learning experiences.
I want to serve an organization that prizes humility, honesty and humor among its employees. I’m excited to be on a team built around innovation, learning and optimism. I know I will thrive at a company where empathy is valued, as well as creativity and balance. I want to be a part of an organization that infuses curiosity into their brand, culture, and market, and who I can help make a difference in the world.
Education
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
Experience
WHERE I’VE WORKED
2025 - Present
Oral Roberts University
Bachelor of Science; Graphic Design - Video
S&P Consultants,
E-Learning Development Team Lead
Indian Health Services (IHS) government contract
2025 - 2025 (Semester)
Emporia State University
Masters of Science; Instructional Design & Technology
(Expected 2027)
Boise State University
Doctorate of Educational Technology (Ed.D.)
Emporia State University
Adjunct Instructor
Online Graduate IDT course on eLearning Development
2022 - 2025
GEHA,
Instructional Design Trainer - Digital,
Learning & Development Team
2016 - 2022
Cerner Corporation / Oracle
Senior Grapghic Designer, Creative Services Team
Senior Graphic Designer, Instructional Design Team
Manager, Population Health Marketing
Secondary Teacher
Certified in Secondary Art and Biology. Taught Art, Biology, Physical Science, Graphic Design and Yearbook
Creative Director, Graphic Designer & Illustrator
(various companies)
See CV for more detail
Skills
WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE
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Visual Design Strategy
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Learning Experience Design
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Brand Stewardship & Design Systems
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Brand Guidelines & Brand Consistency
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Professional Learning & Curriculum Development
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Curriculum Layouts, Workbooks & Facilitator Guides
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Graphic Design, Visual Communication & Illustration
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Print & Digital Design
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Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat)
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Video, Audio & Animation Production
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Articulate Storyline, Rise & Vyond
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Accessibility, Inclusive Design & Section 508
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Project Management
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Stakeholder Engagement
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Vendor & Production Management
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Print Production & Preflight
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Asset Organization, Version Control & Workflow Optimization
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Quality Assurance
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AI-Supported Learning Technologies
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Asana, Jira & Cognota
Awards & Certificates
WHERE I SHINE
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2025 ATD BEST Award
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Josh Cavalier AI Intensive for L&D Professionals, 2025
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CITI Program Certified - Social and Behavioral Researchers
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ATD Certified - Virtual Training & Facilitation
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2023 Outstanding Graduate Student Award for Instructional Design & Technology, Emporia State University
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Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society, ESU & BSU
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Certified SalesForce Email Marketing Specialist
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Print Design Awards



Interests
OUT OF OFFICE
Creative Writing
Painting & Murals
Calligraphy
Cycling & Pilates
Reading
Digital Storytelling
Knitting & Crochet
Drawing


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