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Karen M.

Learning Designer | Curriculum Developer | Instructional Designer

I bridge the gap between complex pedagogy and high-end visual design. With over 15 years of experience across Higher Education (HET) and vocational training, I specialise in creating evidence-based learning experiences that are as visually compelling as they are educationally sound. Core Strengths Dual Expertise: I integrate Visual Communication (BTech Graphic Design) with Educational Psychology (BA Psych) to produce multi-device optimised, accessible content that actually sticks. Full ID Lifecycle: Expert in curriculum mapping, stakeholder collaboration, and data-driven improvements using Articulate 360 and Adobe Creative Suite. Regulatory Knowledge: Deep experience with QCTO-aligned vocational frameworks and HET undergraduate module development (Pearson Institute, Inscape). Key Accomplishments Master of Education (Cum Laude): Research-led approach to modern teaching methodologies and academic integrity. Academic Leadership: Proven success as a Module Leader and Honours Supervisor, overseeing the delivery of high-impact curricula. Vocational Impact: Developed interactive, online short courses for diverse fields including Mechanical Engineering and Construction Management. Education M.Ed (Higher Education) – Cum Laude BTech: Graphic Design BA: Psychological Counselling I deliver student-centred solutions that meet rigorous academic standards while maintaining a focus on modern, digital-first engagement.

🇿🇦Gqeberha, South Africa$30/hr100% JSS5.00 (5)Since Jan 2023

Earnings and projects

MRR
$1.3k

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#38,517 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#215 / 2,548
Revenue, last 30 days
$0

Last 6 months: $7.6k

Total earnings
$21k

Billed in all: $23k

World#135,610 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#732 / 2,548
Per project
$1.1k

$7.6k in the last 6 months

World#119,063 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#725 / 2,548
Projects, last 6 months
1

Across 2 contracts

0% fixed100% hourly
World#128,092 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#683 / 2,548
Projects in all
20

Across 23 contracts

57% fixed43% hourly
World#133,447 / 412k
🇿🇦Country#646 / 2,548

Earnings, last 30 days

$23kNothing earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$22,500$22,750$23,000$23,250Oct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 5% in Illustration

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

  1. #11Higher Education163 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #1Top 7%
  2. #15Curriculum Mapping133 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #1Top 11%
  3. #23Academic Content Development387 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #1Top 6%
  4. #26Articulate157 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #2Top 17%
  5. #35Course297 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #1Top 12%
  6. #67Visual Communication1,029 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #5Top 7%
  7. #101Curriculum Development1,080 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #3Top 9%
  8. #131Education1,927 freelancers · 🇿🇦 #3Top 7%