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Julie Gillespie’s work as strategic partner and learning experience designer
Great learning doesn’t start with content; it starts with clarity.
Even the best materials fall flat if people can’t find what they need or use it confidently. I help teams design simple, effective learning and knowledge systems that actually work.
Whether you’re building a new enablement strategy, reworking onboarding, or turning your knowledge base into a reliable go-to, I focus on creating clear, engaging, and scalable solutions that drive results.
Take a look at my work below and let’s connect.
Projects
eLearning, LXD, and KM pharma projects
SaaS onboarding and training projects
“Julie Gillespie is one of the best instructional designers I have worked with.”
— Julie Noonan, Julie Noonan Consulting LLC
“Do you need help in developing complex Knowledge Management solutions, from thought to finish? Call Julie.”
— Giovanni Piazza, Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Designs
Interview compliance course
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Learning experience designed to empower managers to lead fair, effective, and compliant interviews. The training helps minimize legal exposure, promote consistency, and enhance the candidate experience. This course is based on compliance standards and resources from EEOC.gov, SHRM.org, DOL.gov, and other organizations.
Take a look: Take the course, LXD Overview, Storyboard, Facilitator Guide, Job Aid, Observation Checklist, Readiness Form
Tools: Articulate Storyline, Vyond, Gen AI tools
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This isn’t just another system training—it’s a performance-focused, scenario-based learning experience designed to help finance professionals use Anaplan with confidence and clarity. In under 10 minutes, learners get what they need to navigate the platform, update a forecast, and make smarter decisions, faster.
Built with mobile access, accessibility, and real workflows in mind, this training meets people where they are—supporting day-one adoption and long-term ROI.
Take a look: Learning Design Submission, How I created this proposal in 6 hours
Tools: Articulate Rise and Gen AI tools
Financial software transition training
Professional development learning experience
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Conceptual learning experience I designed to equip ND professionals with real-world business acumen, personal knowledge management, and project planning tools to navigate and thrive in complex work environments. Through accessible, self-paced modules and actionable deliverables, learners build confidence and capability for long-term career growth.
Take a look: LXD Blueprint, LXD Plan
Tools: NovoEd course materials, Gen AI tools
Interactive technical training
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Interactive training prototype I developed to demonstrate the integration of Vyond videos into an Articulate Storyline course. This proactive training is designed to demonstrate to drivers how to change a tire. This course includes animated demonstrations, interactivity, a knowledge check, and a quiz.
Take a look: Take the course, Design Doc, Storyboard, Job Aid
Tools: Articulate Storyline, Vyond, Adobe Creative
Virtual instructor-led training (VILT)
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Conceptual VILT I designed for my ATD Training Certification course.
Take a look: Learning Lesson Plan
Tools: PowerPoint, Zoom
Healthcare microlearning video
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Microlearning series I helped develop to enhance the onboarding experience for healthcare providers and improve information retention.
Tools: Vyond
“Julie’s broad range of design and development skills rescued several of our projects.”
— Steve Brooks, Public Partnerships (PPL)
Julie was a thought partner during our course redesign project… and supported us during each step of the process.
— Denise Senmartin, KM & Learning Specialist Consultant
A strong prototype speaks louder than a lengthy pitch…
It can make all the difference in securing stakeholder buy-in and project funding. Whether you need a case study, a proof of concept, or both, I am here to help you take that first step with confidence. Let’s talk!
Industries Supported