Samar U.
Pro Learning and Instructional Technologists
What if your training courses didn’t just teach—they transformed? Let’s Build the Most Impactful Professional Training Courses Together 🚀 I'm Samar Usman, pro learning experience designer and learning technologist (Upwork Expert Vetter - representing top 1% in my area of expertise) with 14+ years of experience and a genuine passion for shaping content that teaches and connects. I’ve developed over 200 courses across industries, business, tech, education, healthcare, and more for global names like S&P Global, NHS UK, BCG, and California University’s CLAMPS Project. AI, Synthesia, Articulate Suite and Canva are my home tools, and I’ve used it to create everything from executive training for C-Level, doctors and healthcare workers engineers, business consultants and analysts to 5 year kindergartners teaching them to count upto 7 in to pirate-themed numeracy adventures. (Yes, really.) Why Choose Me? 🎖️Upwork’s Expert-Vetted Talent: Recognized as part of the top 1% of professionals on Upwork. 🚀 Proven Results: I’ve worked with clients across industries to deliver learning experiences that drive real impact. 🧠 Strategic Thinker: I don’t just design courses—I design solutions that align with your business goals. 🤝 Collaborative Partner: I’m not just a freelancer; I’m an extension of your team. Your success is my success. 🛠️ Cutting-Edge Tools: Proficient in Articulate Storyline, Rise, AI-powered tools, and multimedia design to create modern, engaging learning experiences. 💎 My Services 1. Proven Expertise in Professional Training : Designed and delivered 200+ learning modules for global organizations, developed courses on Business Analysis, Consulting, and High-Performance Skills, breaking down complex topics into simple, actionable lessons. 2. LMS Mastery : Expertise in LearnWorlds, Teachable, Kajabi, and Thinkific for seamless course setup, content upload, and learner engagement. Experience with 20+ LMS platforms, ensuring courses are intuitive, interactive, and easy to navigate. Rise | TalentLMS | KAJABI |Cornerstone OnDemand | Absorb LMS | iSpring Suit | Thinkific | Teachable | Moodle| Canvas | Blackboard Learn| SAP Litmos - You name it! 3. Engaging Content Creation: Skilled in graphic design (Canva, Adobe Suite) to create sleek, professional visuals like slides, infographics, Videos and workbooks. Developed interactive elements—quizzes, case studies, and practical exercises—to reinforce learning and boost retention. 4. Instructional Design Excellence: Applied ADDIE and SAM models to structure content for maximum engagement and retention. Designed learner-centric experiences that align with organizational goals and deliver measurable results. 🎯 How I Can Help You Achieve Your Goals - My Services 1. Instructional Design: Crafting learner-centered experiences tailored to your audience’s needs. 2. Conducting thorough needs analyses to create storyboards and wireframes that align with your goals. 3. Developing interactive eLearning modules, quizzes, and multimedia courses using SmartBuild. 4. Visual Design; Using color theory, layout, and typography to create visually appealing and effective learning materials. Designing presentations and course materials that enhance clarity and engagement. Use tools like Canva, Adobe Express, and InDesign to create professional visuals that align with your brand. 5. AI-Powered Learning: Leveraging native LMS interactivities and AI tools for content generation, video editing, and audio production. Creating dynamic, multimedia learning experiences that feel modern and innovative. 6. Collaboration & Alignment: I will work closely with your team to align content with your unique voice and high-impact approach, ensuring every course reflects your mission to build the most impactful professional training. 💼 Portfolio: My portfolio showcases projects where I served as the lead instructional designer, developing gamified assessments, managing question banks, and collaborating closely with clients. You’ll also find examples of my work integrating interactive multimedia and learner-centric strategies. I also have a licensed Storyline, Canva, Elevenlabs, Synthesia and ElevenLabs 💬 Let’s Create Something Amazing Together Let’s schedule a call to discuss your vision for this program and how I can help you achieve your goals. I’d be happy to provide a customized proposal tailored to your requirements. Looking forward to collaborating with you!
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $6.3k
Billed in all: $77,604$78k
$1.6k in the last 6 months
Across 33 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 7% in K-12 Online
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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