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Instructional Designer

Bryn Hotes

MS Instructional Design & Technology BA Advertising & Public Relations

This portfolio provides a comprehensive illustration of my instructional design identity, expertise, and process. Each piece showcases a different facet of my design thinking, from research-driven artifacts that document my decision-making to fully developed learning experiences that highlight my visual design skills and outcomes. 

 

I aim to demonstrate my authentic process, celebrating my strengths while embracing a growth mindset.

Spotlight Projects
Key projects that showcase my process, approach, and learner-centered outcomes
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CORPORATE INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN

SMART Software & Process Curriculum

Role: Lead Instructional Designer & Project Manager

Orlando Utilities Commission

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HIGHER EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL DEV

AssistStaff: An AI Literacy Platform

Role: UTampa Graduate Student, Co-Lead

The University of Tampa

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EDUCATION CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

Color Theory Maker-Based Curriculum

Role: UTampa Graduate Student, Co-Lead

The University of Tampa

Your Just-In-Time Portfolio Guide

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Awards and Honors

Cum Laude Honors

Cum Laude Honors

Spring 2025

National Honor Society Honors

National Honor Society

Fall 2021 - Spring 2025

Dean's List Honors

The University of Tampa

Fall 2023 - Spring 2025

Congressional Outstanding
Achievement Award

United States Congress

Spring 2021

Goal Statement

As an instructional designer, I create learning experiences that are flexible and adaptive, designed to help learners reach their academic goals and succeed in their careers. Whether I am working in K to 12 education or for a corporation, my focus is on developing content that is easy to use, effective, and helps learners build both knowledge and practical skills. I believe that good design must serve two purposes: it should empower learners through personalized, interactive experiences while providing instructors with creative, practical tools that respect their limited time and resources. My approach is built on both formal education and real world practice. Through the University of Tampa’s Instructional Design and Technology program, I have gained a strong understanding of how people learn, which I apply to every project I build. My work as an intern at the Orlando Utilities Commission complements this by giving me hands on experience with managing projects, working with experts, and testing my designs with real users. These experiences have helped me learn how to work within budget and time limits to deliver online projects that are both impactful and accessible to everyone. My background in brand strategy also gives me a unique advantage in project management. My previous work with agencies like Hang Ten Creative has taught me how to research the people I am designing for, talk through complex needs with clients, and use professional design principles to make sure the final product looks polished and works well. By combining my knowledge of how people learn with my skills in visual design and project leadership, I am able to lead projects that meet business goals and stakeholder expectations. My goal is to continue using this combination of technical skill and a willingness to learn to lead projects that solve real world problems.

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