With decades of teaching and instructional design experience, a UBC Master of Educational Technology degree, in-house video production capacity, and a wide range of performing arts talents, Gary is truly the complete learning design package.
Specialty: Videos for learning


Interactive Video with Quiz
This video features embedded quiz questions that prompt learners to self-check their own understanding of key content (formative assessment). It can be hosted in either an ordinary website or in a Learning Management System with SCORM tracking so responses can be used for summative assessment.
Interactive Video with Articulate Storyline
This interactive Storyline slide is an adaptation of a short video posted on YouTube by Digital Learning Pills International. It’s an example of how one can find excellent Creative Commons content and repurpose it for engaging microlearning activities.
Interactive Video with Navigation
This video demonstrates two methods for launching drones, some basic drone navigation techniques, and a safe method for landing. It also allows viewers navigate to any segment they want to watch. interact with the video.
Interactive Video with Quiz
This video features embedded quiz questions that prompt learners to self-check their own understanding of key content (formative assessment). It can be hosted in either an ordinary website or a Learning Management System with SCORM tracking so responses can be used for summative assessment. Tap on the image to interact with the video.
Interactive Video with Articulate Storyline
This interactive Storyline slide is an adaptation of a short video posted on YouTube by Digital Learning Pills International. It’s an example of how one can find excellent Creative Commons content and repurpose it for engaging microlearning activities.
Interactive Images
Learners can be better engaged and informed by augmenting images with interactive hotspots. This can be experienced in the map image below by hovering/tapping over the silver markers. Also, the red button on the bottom-left will open an Articulate Storyline map that includes audio and video!















Hover or Tap on Markers for More Info
Tap/click here for StatsCan Infographic
Tap/click to open another map. This one features audio and video! (Hosted by Articulate Storyline)
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What could the “complete learning design package” possibly contain?
What could the “complete learning design package” possibly contain?
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STRONGEST TALENTS
Unless you really need Seth Rogen or Peter Mansbridge, these will probably meet your needs:
- Creative Problem Solving & Sharing a Positive Vision 100%
- Teaching, Public Speaking, Presenting, Talking Heads, and Interviewing Others 99%
- Moderating Virtual Learning Activities 98%
- Acting & Engaging Learners with Humour 98%
- Video & Sound Production 96%
TECHNICAL SKILL-SET SUMMARY
- using chroma key (green screen) technology for eLearning
- aerial (drone) videography/photography
- concept development and script writing
- studio lighting, sound, and backdrops
- video and audio editing
FAVOURITE TOOLS (partial list)
- Articulate Storyline & Rise
- TechSmith Camtasia and Snagit
- Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop
- Microsoft Teams and Stream
- Slack, Flipgrid, Padlet, Trello
- Learning Management Systems
- Web design
Studio Tools and Equipment
Audio
Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Professional Headphones
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Professional Headphones
Neewer Professional Microphone Pop Filter Shield with A Flexible 360 Degree Gooseneck Clip Stabilizing Arm
On Stage Stands MS7701 Tripod Boom Microphone Stand (2 each)
Neewer Adjustable Microphone Suspension Boom Scissor Arm Stand
Rode DeadCat VMP+
Rode NT-USB Versatile Studio-Quality USB Cardioid Condenser Microphone
Rode PSA1 Swivel Mount Studio Microphone Boom Arm
Rode SMR Premium Microphone Shock Mount with Rycote Lyre Suspension
Rode VideoMic Pro+ Compact Directional On-Camera Shotgun Condenser Microphone
Rode Wireless Go - Compact Wireless Microphone System, Transmitter and Receiver
Samson Go Mic Compact USB Microphone (2 each)
Samson SWGMMHHQ8 GoMic Mobile Handheld Transmitter
Samson SWGMMSLAV Go Mic Mobile Professional Lavalier Wireless System for Mobile Video
Sony MDRXB950B1/B Wireless Headphone (2 each)
Tascam DR-10L Portable Digital Audio Recorder with Lavalier Microphone
Tascam TM-10LB Lavalier Microphone
Video
Cameras, Lenses, and Accessories
Aodelan Camera Remote Shutter Release for Canon SL2
Caddie Buddy Teleprompter
Canon EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens
Canon EOS Rebel SL2 DSLR Camera with EF-S 18-55mm STM Lens - WiFi Enabled
Canon BR-E1 Wireless Remote Control
Canon Ew-83J Lens Hood For Ef-S 17-55 F2.8 Is
DJI OSMO ACTION 4K Video Camera
DJI Osmo Mobile 2 Handheld Gimbal
DJI Osmo Pocket
Feelworld F6 Plus 5.5 Inch Touch Screen 3D LUT 4K IPS HDMI On-Camera Field Monitor
PolarPro WiFi Tripod Adapter for DJI Osmo Pocket
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus
Tiffen 77mm UV Protection Filter
Drones and Exterior Shoot Equipment
BatPower ProE 2 ES7B 98Wh Power Bank
DJI Mavic Air Drone with 1/2.3” 12-megapixel CMOS sensor and f/2.8 lens
Mavic 2 Zoom with 1/2.3-inch 12-megapixel sensor with up to 4x zoom, including a 2x optical zoom (24–48 mm)
DJI Mavic 2 Fly More Kit
DMI Mini 2 Microdrone
GoPro Performance Chest Mount (GoPro Official Mount)
Hiluckey Solar Charger 24000mAh Portable Power Bank
Lowepro Fastpack BP 250 AW II - A Travel-Ready Backpack for DSLR and 15" Laptop and Tablet
Neewer 35"x7"x8"/90x18x20cm Padded Carrying Bag
PolarPro Action Mount for DJI Osmo Pocket
PolarPro Vivid Filter Collection for Mavic 2 Zoom
PGYTECH Filter for OSMO Pocket - ND/PL SET (Professional)
Yiliwit Extension Rod for Gimbal - 29 inch Adjustable Selfie Stick Compatible with Gimbal Stabilizer DJI Osmo
Tripods, Stands, and Mounts
CAMO Handheld Gimbal Adjustable Scalable Holder Extended for Gimbal stabilizer
CAMVATE Super Clamp with 1/4"-20 to 1/4"-20 Screw Converter (4 each)
CAMVATE 7" Articulating Magic Arm V1
CAMVATE 11" Articulating Magic Arm for Camera Monitor (2 each)
K&M Stands 26000-500-02 Microphone Stand with Heavy Round Base
Manfrotto MKCOMPACTACN‐BK Compact Action Tripod
Manfrotto MTPIXI-B PIXI Mini Tripod
Moman Mini Tabletop Tripod for DSLR Camera (3 each)
Moman Tripod Fluid Drag Pan Head with Handle and 1/4 Quick Release (2 each)
Neewer Metal Desktop Mini Tripod
Neewer Mini Tripod Head Mobile Phone/Camera Ball Head with Handle and 1/4 inch Quick Shoe Plate
Neewer Mini Travel Tabletop Camera Tripod
PolarPro Tripod Mount for DJI Osmo Pocket
Ulanzi Aluminum Tablet Tripod Mount for iPad with Cold Shoe Mount
Ulanzi PT-2 Aluminum Alloy Universal Cold Shoe Extension Bracket
Ulanzi ST-02S Aluminum Phone Tripod Mount w Cold Shoe Mount
Vanguard Alta Pro 263AGH Tripod with Grip Head
Vanguard Multi-Mount 6 Horizontal Bar for Mounting Multiple Devices on One Tripod
Zeadio Metal Mini Tripod
Lighting and Backdrops
Aputure Amaran AL-M9 LED Video Light
CanadianStudio Photo Studio 5' x 7' Collapsible Flex-Out Green/Blue Chromakey Twist Double Sided Backdrop Background
Cowboystudio 33 inch Photography Studio Translucent Shoot Through White Umbrella
Godox LED64 Video Lamp Light Led Video Light for DSLR Camera Camcorder mini DVR (2 each)
Elgato Green Screen - Collapsible chroma key panel
Kate 7x5ft Grey Backdrop Portrait Backdrops Muslin Background Old Master Photo Backdrop
LitraTorch 2.0 LED Photo Light - Black - LT2202 (2 each)
Mobifoto Mobilite 12-12" Ring Light Kit
Mountdog 2M x 3M/6.5ft x 10ft Photo Backdrop Stand Kit
Mountdog 2.6M x 3M/8.5ft x 10ft Photo Backdrop Stand Kit Photography Studio Background Support System
Neewer Bi-Color 660 LED Video Light and Stand Kit Includes: 3200-5600K CRI 96+ Dimmable Light with U Bracket and Barndoor and 75 inches Light Stand (4 each)
Neewer Collapsible Softbox Diffuser Compatible with Neewer 480/660/530 LED Light Panels
Neewer LED Light Panel Softbox for 660 LED Panel: 9.25x9.25 inches Opening
Neewer LED Light Studio LED Lighting Kit - 2 Packs Light Handheld LED Video Light Stick 5500K
Phot-R Type G Universal Swivel Light Stand Bracket and Umbrella Holder for Canon
VIJIM DSLR LED Video Light on-Camera Dimmable Bi-Color 3000-6500K CRI 96+ Built-in 2800mAh Battery 96 Beads
Additional Expertise
Adult Education Background Learning Design Expertise Educational Research Critical Thinking Clear & Open Communication Modern Learning Theory Creativity & Humour Authenticity & Caring Careful Consultation Flexible Collaboration Social Constructivism Visionary Leadership Agile Innovation Engaging Content Problem Solving Proven Technologies Inclusion & Diversity Data Analytics Purposeful Reflection
Experienced Accomplished Professional Creative Genuine Collaborative Motivated Warm Passionate Engaging Innovative Communicative Attentive Visionary

VIDEOGRAPHY, PHOTOGRAPHY, AND AUDIO PRODUCTION
Passions include drone piloting, aerial imaging, utilizing chroma key and other filmmaking tools, and using creativity & humour to engage learners.
Excellent People Skills & Leadership Ability
Exceptional interpersonal and collaborative skills with strong leadership ability; adept at working in either multidisciplinary teams or autonomously.
Speaking, Presenting, and Facilitating
Radio broadcasting, community theatre, and educational TV experience empower me to engage, entertain, inspire, and inform a wide diversity of learners.
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Framework
Every course I develop includes clear goals and multifaceted affordances that are based on research-based insights into how humans learn.
Digital/Media Literacy & Lifelong learning
10+ years of creating engaging, informative & motivational multimedia pieces that promote lifelong learning and digital/media literacy.

Extensive Background of Instructional Design
Expert & innovative designer of spaces where big ideas, learning theory, & storytelling converge with relatable human emotions to build knowledge.

Exceeding Expectations by Embracing Challenges
As a lifelong learner who habitually seeks new challenges and takes intelligent risks, my work constantly raises the bar and delivers transformative learning experiences.

Formative and Summative Evaluations
15+ years of formative and summative evaluation experience with strong analytical skills to develop recommendations for improved student learning outcomes.
Advocate of Social and Constructivist Learning
Specialist of best practices that emphasize building knowledge with social learning activities & scaffolding with More Knowledgeable Others (MKOs) and blended learning.
Online Resume
Experience
- Learning & Development Advisor. With an amazing team of other professionals who are also passionate about lifelong learning, I create engaging & inspiring learning experiences for 1200+ employees in a corporate setting. The online spaces are safe, inclusive, interactive, fun, and based on the latest educational research. Course titles include Inclusion & Diversity, Essential Communication Skills, Telephone Etiquette, Resolving Member Concerns, and Becoming a Federal Credit Union, so most of my recent projects have dealt primarily with soft skills that are needed in all fields of endeavour. Not only do I collaboratively design courses, but I also produce multimedia content – from voiceovers to talking head videos to instructive screencasts to comedic transition pieces. Other aspects of my work include co-facilitating virtual classrooms, conducting learning labs for the L&D team, and contributing a monthly series called Digital Dialogue in which I cover timely aspects of media & digital literacy.
First West Credit Union | 08/2018 to present - Instructional Designer (ID) at the Centre for Teaching & Educational Technologies (CTET). I managed a portfolio of course design projects by collaborating in a team environment with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), faculty, and staff to design, develop, and deliver all components of blended, online, and face-to-face courses. Our ID team also provided training to faculty and staff on the effective and pedagogical use of current and emerging technologies and, as the CTET liaison for the School of Communications and Culture, I consulted with and advised program associates, coordinators, and faculty to facilitate clear communication channels and program consistency.
Royal Roads University | 03/2017 to 08/2018 (contract position) - Asst. Professor | Educational Technologist | Committee Chair As a professor, I instructed EFL learners in presentation skills and digital literacy. As an educational technologist, I developed websites for program initiatives and designed constructivism-based learning environments for students. I also prepared and delivered Professional Development (PD) and student workshops on topics ranging from social constructivism to useful technologies to digital and media literacy. Furthermore, I served as chair for HYU’s English Film Festival committee to promote and advance digital literacy, co-chaired the Basic Academic English (BAE) Blended Course committee, and advised the Teaching with Technology committee
Hanyang University, Seoul, South Korea | 03/2010 to 03/2017 - Foreign Language Lecturer. I planned, prepared, and implemented a variety of communicative learning activities that maximized student talking time with pair/group work and task-based learning (TBL). I also initiated the use of Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL), to better address the various learning styles and needs of EFL learners.
Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, South Korea | 03/2009 to 03/2010 - Educational Consultant and Trainer. Working from my home office, I delivered interactive presentations, conducted workshops, and offered training on numerous Universal Design for Learning (UDL) resources at conferences, conventions, seminars, symposiums, in-services, schools and district offices across Canada. To provide ongoing training and support, I developed a website that hosted training videos and up-to-date information about UDL resources.
Insight Media Centre, Surrey, BC | 07/2007 to 02/2009 - Publisher’s Representative. In addition to my regular duties of consulting with educators at schools, book displays, and conferences across BC, I researched, developed, and implemented a major initiative that resulted in the addition of more than 150 Saunders book titles to the province’s Educational Resource Acquisition Consortium (ERAC) recommended resources list
Saunders Book Company, Collingwood, ON | 08/2006 to 06/2007
Formal Education
- Master of Educational Technology (MET). Interest areas: eLearning, mobile learning, constructivist pedagogy, Open Education; earned an A+ average with a GPA of 92.9%University of British Columbia | 2015
- Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA). Coursework was completed at Cambridge University’s approved centre, Global Village in Vancouver, BC; 135 total hoursUniversity of Cambridge | 2008
- Bachelor of Education (Honours). Major: Secondary Education; Specialization: English; courses were completed at Union College’s satellite campus, Canadian University College (now Burman University) in Lacombe, ABUnion College / Canadian University College | 1994
Awards
- Louise McKinney Post-Secondary Scholarship. Awarded for ranking as top student, with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 4.000, in the first year Education class
Union College / Canadian University College | 1992 - English Department Award. Awarded for excellence in language & literature studies
Union College / Canadian University College | 1993
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