Jennifer (JJ) Jacobus
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Lyn Papile
Jennifer has the capacity and commitment to tackle large, complex projects, absorb a myriad of detail, and execute successful, polished results with a focus on the user experience. She and I worked together on L&D initiatives to support an enterprise-wide software implementation in a large tech organization. Against a hard deadline to deliver results in support of a high visibility project, Jennifer remained focused on the research and preparation to ensure assets were on target from initial strategy and design through a successful launch. As important as her considerable L&D track record is, is the fact that Jennifer’s leadership style blends commitment and focus on the needs and goals of the project with a sense of humor that engages others, builds meaningful relationships, and gets results!
Jennifer V. Johnson
I’ve had the distinct pleasure of working with JJ on multiple projects. JJ applies her extensive design and development background along with her broad experience and passion for learning strategy to each project which allows the team to take a more holistic view of the learning development and delivery. This provides a more comprehensive and seamless experience for our customers. Besides being an expert in her field, as a person JJ is a valuable asset to any team she joins. She’s collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and clear on her intentions. Her drive, passion, and self-starter attitude will enable any team to reach their goals! Highly recommend JJ for any senior learning and development role!
Lyn Papile
Jennifer has the capacity and commitment to tackle large, complex projects, absorb a myriad of detail, and execute successful, polished results with a focus on the user experience. She and I worked together on L&D initiatives to support an enterprise-wide software implementation in a large tech organization. Against a hard deadline to deliver results in support of a high visibility project, Jennifer remained focused on the research and preparation to ensure assets were on target from initial strategy and design through a successful launch. As important as her considerable L&D track record is, is the fact that Jennifer’s leadership style blends commitment and focus on the needs and goals of the project with a sense of humor that engages others, builds meaningful relationships, and gets results!
Jennifer V. Johnson
I’ve had the distinct pleasure of working with JJ on multiple projects. JJ applies her extensive design and development background along with her broad experience and passion for learning strategy to each project which allows the team to take a more holistic view of the learning development and delivery. This provides a more comprehensive and seamless experience for our customers. Besides being an expert in her field, as a person JJ is a valuable asset to any team she joins. She’s collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and clear on her intentions. Her drive, passion, and self-starter attitude will enable any team to reach their goals! Highly recommend JJ for any senior learning and development role!
Lyn Papile
Jennifer has the capacity and commitment to tackle large, complex projects, absorb a myriad of detail, and execute successful, polished results with a focus on the user experience. She and I worked together on L&D initiatives to support an enterprise-wide software implementation in a large tech organization. Against a hard deadline to deliver results in support of a high visibility project, Jennifer remained focused on the research and preparation to ensure assets were on target from initial strategy and design through a successful launch. As important as her considerable L&D track record is, is the fact that Jennifer’s leadership style blends commitment and focus on the needs and goals of the project with a sense of humor that engages others, builds meaningful relationships, and gets results!
Jennifer V. Johnson
I’ve had the distinct pleasure of working with JJ on multiple projects. JJ applies her extensive design and development background along with her broad experience and passion for learning strategy to each project which allows the team to take a more holistic view of the learning development and delivery. This provides a more comprehensive and seamless experience for our customers. Besides being an expert in her field, as a person JJ is a valuable asset to any team she joins. She’s collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and clear on her intentions. Her drive, passion, and self-starter attitude will enable any team to reach their goals! Highly recommend JJ for any senior learning and development role!
Lyn Papile
Jennifer has the capacity and commitment to tackle large, complex projects, absorb a myriad of detail, and execute successful, polished results with a focus on the user experience. She and I worked together on L&D initiatives to support an enterprise-wide software implementation in a large tech organization. Against a hard deadline to deliver results in support of a high visibility project, Jennifer remained focused on the research and preparation to ensure assets were on target from initial strategy and design through a successful launch. As important as her considerable L&D track record is, is the fact that Jennifer’s leadership style blends commitment and focus on the needs and goals of the project with a sense of humor that engages others, builds meaningful relationships, and gets results!
Jennifer V. Johnson
I’ve had the distinct pleasure of working with JJ on multiple projects. JJ applies her extensive design and development background along with her broad experience and passion for learning strategy to each project which allows the team to take a more holistic view of the learning development and delivery. This provides a more comprehensive and seamless experience for our customers. Besides being an expert in her field, as a person JJ is a valuable asset to any team she joins. She’s collaborative, transparent, inclusive, and clear on her intentions. Her drive, passion, and self-starter attitude will enable any team to reach their goals! Highly recommend JJ for any senior learning and development role!
Credentials
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Explorations into Mindfulness
IBM Skills NetworkAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Impact Tilt - Change Catalyst
Tilt 365Jun, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Aquinas Leadership Group
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United States
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Professional Training and Coaching
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1 - 100 Employee
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Instructional Architect
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Oct 2022 - Present
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Red Hat
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United States
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Instructional Designer/Learning Strategy Support
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May 2021 - Jun 2022
In collaboration with L&D teams, sales enablement, and the leadership center of excellence, I supported the strategy, curation, design, and development of two enterprise learning solutions: (1) cohort-based exponential leadership program for senior technical engineers (2) foundational sales training redesign for new hires. In collaboration with L&D teams, sales enablement, and the leadership center of excellence, I supported the strategy, curation, design, and development of two enterprise learning solutions: (1) cohort-based exponential leadership program for senior technical engineers (2) foundational sales training redesign for new hires.
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2e Creative
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Learning Strategist
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Mar 2020 - Mar 2021
As a client-facing strategist, I supported the company's high profile agency of record account, designing and leading the development of a year-long training program for an elite ophthalmology sales force. Led the creation of several standardized tools, templates, and processes in ongoing stretch assignments for Project Management team. As a client-facing strategist, I supported the company's high profile agency of record account, designing and leading the development of a year-long training program for an elite ophthalmology sales force. Led the creation of several standardized tools, templates, and processes in ongoing stretch assignments for Project Management team.
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Red Hat
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United States
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Software Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Instructional Designer/Training Writer
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May 2019 - Mar 2020
Supported the design and development of several high-profile enterprise initiatives: (1) Skills-based training on the implementation of a corporate-wide human capital management software (2) Virtual instructional-led training enabling associates and managers to effectively navigate change and map the personal brand, career paths, and development plans. Supported the design and development of several high-profile enterprise initiatives: (1) Skills-based training on the implementation of a corporate-wide human capital management software (2) Virtual instructional-led training enabling associates and managers to effectively navigate change and map the personal brand, career paths, and development plans.
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Learning Strategist, Instructional Designer, Training Writer
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Mar 2016 - May 2019
Supported the strategy, design, and creation for multiple high profile projects: (1) Specialty sales training model, curriculum, and supporting assets for leading pharmacy chain (2) National sales training meeting for a high-performing therapeutic nutrition portfolio team (3) Global training workshops enabling sales force to more effectively navigate complex market access landscape. Supported the strategy, design, and creation for multiple high profile projects: (1) Specialty sales training model, curriculum, and supporting assets for leading pharmacy chain (2) National sales training meeting for a high-performing therapeutic nutrition portfolio team (3) Global training workshops enabling sales force to more effectively navigate complex market access landscape.
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Critical Thinking Company
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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Director, Educational and Instructional Services
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2015 - 2016
As a lead strategist, designer, and writer for this paradigm-shifting sales training boutique, I led the development of educational programs that challenged and exceeded traditional customer engagement strategies, sales training approaches, and adult learning methodologies. As a lead strategist, designer, and writer for this paradigm-shifting sales training boutique, I led the development of educational programs that challenged and exceeded traditional customer engagement strategies, sales training approaches, and adult learning methodologies.
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Red Nucleus
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United States
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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500 - 600 Employee
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Instructional Designer
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2013 - 2015
As a lead designer for this award-winning eLearning organization, I supported the design and development of innovative pharmaceutical sales training programs. Implemented the company’s 1st pilot program providing ‘On-Demand’ instructional design services for a high-profile client’s professional development curriculum. Key responsibilities: client-facing lead, learning strategist, instructional designer, content developer. As a lead designer for this award-winning eLearning organization, I supported the design and development of innovative pharmaceutical sales training programs. Implemented the company’s 1st pilot program providing ‘On-Demand’ instructional design services for a high-profile client’s professional development curriculum. Key responsibilities: client-facing lead, learning strategist, instructional designer, content developer.
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WPP
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United Kingdom
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Advertising Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Director, Content Development and Instructional Design
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2009 - 2013
Collaborating with internal and client teams (executive leadership, sales, marketing), I supported the delivery of industry-leading US/Global pharmaceutical sales training programs. Guided and supported the efforts of 25-30 freelance writers, subject matter experts (SMEs), instructional designers, and artists to develop best-in-class training assets.
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Senior Instructional Designer/Writer
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2005 - 2009
Created customized training solutions addressing unique client/audience needs spanning multiple learning modalities, topic areas, and skill levels. Translated complex content and concepts into user-friendly design documents, instructional material, and executive presentations.
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Education
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1990 - 1994
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Communications (Concentrations in Marketing and Education)
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