Kari E. Busard 1409 Lafayette Ave Rocky Mount, NC 27803 (309) 333-9346 ke-busard@wiu.edu
Education Master of Science: Instructional Design and Technology Western Illinois University (Online Program) Macomb, IL Bachelor of Science: Instructional Design and Technology Western Illinois University Macomb, IL GPA: 3.620 (Cum Laude Distinction) GPA: 4.0 within my Major
Currently In Progress
May 2011
Honors Cecile A. Christison Sterrett College Scholar Nominee Western Illinois University Deans List Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Member
Spring 2011 Spring 2009 – Fall 2010 Fall 2010 - Current
Instructional Design Experience Illinois Education and Technology Conference Nov 16, 2011 Presenter Springfield, IL Design and Develop a stand up software training module for conference participants how to use Adobe Connect Conferencing Software Design and develop all supporting training materials (Facilitator guide, etc.) Deliver the formal training module to conference participants Complete the project following the ADDIE model Project Management Skills Western Illinois University Malpass Library Jan 2011 – May 2011 Instructional Designer Western Illinois University, Macomb, Il Conduct front end analysis to establish needs and goals of the project Design and Develop a stand up software training module for faculty and staff on how to use Adobe Connect Conferencing Software Design and Develop all supporting training materials Deliver the training module to WIU Administration and Faculty Complete the project following the ADDIE model Project Management Skills Fulton County Tourism and Museum Aug 2010 – Dec 2010 Instructional Designer Western Illinois University, Macomb, Il Photograph 10+ locations around Fulton County for video implementation Design and develop interactive videos for the Fulton County Tourism website Complete the project following the ADDIE model and Project Management Skills Office of the Provost Designer Western Illinois University, Macomb, Il Design the new Discover Western Presentation Board using graphic design principles and Photoshop CS4
Aug 2009-Dec 2009
Kari Busard Resume
Work Experience Western Illinois University Aug 2011 - Current Teaching and Graduate Assistant Western Illinois University, Macomb, Il Design, develop, and deliver classroom and online instruction to WIU Education Majors using adult learning theory during the Fall 2011 semester Design and develop e-learning courses for WIU Faculty and prepare courses for conversion during the Spring 2012 semester via online Center for the Application of Information Technologies Jan 2010 – May 2011 Instructional Design Student Assistant Western Illinois University, Macomb, Il Designed and developed online instructional modules for WIU faculty using best practices, the ADDIE model, adult learning theory, various graphic design methods, and instructional design methodologies Assisted Instructional Design team with course development, graphic design, photography, evaluation measures, and faculty relations Kari Busard Photography Jan 2010 – March 2012 Owner Macomb, Il and Rocky Mount, NC Created professional wedding and portrait photography for clients using digital photography and professional editing techniques Created and maintained all business records and advertising materials First Year Experience Program Aug 2009 – Dec 2009 Peer Mentor Western Illinois University, Macomb, Il Assisted first year students in acclimating to the university and classroom settings Designed and delivered review sessions, and provided mentorship to first year students Office of the Provost Jan 2009 – Jan 2010 Administrative Clerk Western Illinois University, Macomb, Il Designed the new Discover Western Presentation Board using graphic design principles and Photoshop CS4 Created various documents and presentations with use of Microsoft Office Applications Answered telephones, organized work space, and managed confidential faculty and staff files McDonough Telephone Cooperative Feb 2008 – Dec 2008 Customer Service Representative Colchester, Il Managed member account details and financial reports Collaborated with team members regarding payment collection practices and file management Collection Professional’s, Inc. Feb 2007 – Feb 2008 Debt Collection Specialist Macomb, Il Managed member and debtor account details and financial reports Trained new team members on federal regulations and office procedures Collaborate with team members regarding payment collection practices and file management
Kari Busard Resume
Computer & Technical Skills Operating Systems Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop Mac Dreamweaver PC InDesign Flash
Other Programs Adobe Connect Lectora Camtasia Final Cut Pro AfterEffects Garageband BlackBoard Smartboard
Photography & Video Film and Digital Darkroom Processing Basic Video Photo Editing
Microsoft Office Word Excel PowerPoint Project
References 1.
Dr. Hoyet Hemphill IDT Department Chair Western Illinois University 47 Horrabin Hall Macomb, IL 61455 309-298-1952 (work)
2. Mrs. Cindi Celske CAIT-Instructional Design Project Manager 91 Horrabin Hall Macomb, IL 61455 309-371-3642 (cell) 309-298-1804 (work) 3. Dr. James West IDT Professor Western Illinois University 47 Horrabin Hall Macomb, IL 61455 309-298-1952 (work) 4. Mrs. Darlene Deas - Instructional Designer CAIT-Instructional Designer 91 Horrabin Hall Macomb, IL 61455 309-298-1804 (work) 5. Mrs. Alicia Wester Staff Clerk Office of the Provost and Vice President 211 Sherman Hall 1 University Circle Macomb, IL 61455 309-298-1066 (work)
Dr. Hemphill is my Department Chair and Teaching Assistant Supervisor. He can speak to my skills in Instructional Design and Technology and overall work ethic.
Mrs. Celske was my supervisor and mentor for the Instructional Design Team. She can speak to my knowledge of ID principles and abilities, work ethic, and personal characteristics.
Dr. West is my professor. He can speak to my skills in Instructional Design and Technology and overall work ethic.
Mrs. Deas was my coworker on the Instructional Design (ID) Team. She can speak to my knowledge of ID principles and abilities, team work ethic, and personal characteristics.
Mrs. Wester was my supervisor in the Provost Office. She can speak to my professionalism, organizational abilities, and work ethic.