Julie K. Marsh
Richmond,Virginia
Summary
Innovative Instructional Designer and Higher Education Leader with 17+ years in scalable online learning and faculty development. Expertise in Learning Experience Design (LXD), assessment, and emerging technologies, including Quality Matters and equity-centered design. Proven skills in curriculum development and multimedia content creation, with a strong focus on measurable outcomes and collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Designer
Colorado State University
01.2021 - Current
- Design high-quality online courses aligned with QM and institutional standards.
- Partner with faculty to develop accessible, outcomes-aligned learning experiences.
- Conduct professional development on instructional design, technology, and assessment.
- Lead course improvements in areas of accessibility, facilitation, and Community of Inquiry presences based on learner feedback data.
- Developed interactive e-learning modules to enhance student engagement and knowledge retention.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in instructional materials and improve course offerings.
- Analyzed feedback data to refine instructional materials, ensuring alignment with learner needs and institutional goals.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables under tight deadlines.
- Developed instructor-led training materials that supported face-to-face classroom instruction for blended learning environments.
- Designed multimedia presentations that incorporated audio, video, and graphics for engaging online courses.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Conducted comprehensive needs analysis to identify areas for instructional improvement and targeted training solutions.
- Evaluated existing course materials, identifying opportunities for enhancement or revision based on learner feedback.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Applied adult learning principles to ensure optimal engagement levels among diverse groups of learners.
- Facilitated team collaboration during design meetings, providing constructive feedback on proposed ideas and concepts.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
Instructional Designer
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Led course design for online, hybrid, and on-ground programs.
- Developed workshops on pedagogy, engagement, and assessment.
- Supported LMS use, multimedia development, and accreditation readiness.
- Contributed to Quality Matters initiatives and faculty coaching.
- Developed interactive e-learning modules to enhance student engagement and knowledge retention.
- Collaborated with faculty to design curriculum aligned with educational standards and best practices.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in instructional materials and improve course offerings.
- Implemented assessment tools to evaluate learner outcomes and inform instructional improvements.
- Facilitated workshops for faculty on instructional technologies and best practices in course design.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive training programs for diverse learning environments.
- Analyzed feedback data to refine instructional materials, ensuring alignment with learner needs and institutional goals.
- Enhanced e-learning experience by designing interactive and engaging instructional materials.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate, relevant, and effective learning content.
Coordinator, Distance Education & Instructional Design
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Directed strategic planning for online education.
- Designed faculty training on instructional technology and best practices.
- Implemented policies to support course quality and evaluation.
- Collaborated with IT on multimedia and LMS improvements
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and enhance communication.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to increase operational efficiency across departments.
- Managed scheduling and resource allocation for multiple projects, ensuring timely deliverables.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff, promoting adherence to company policies and best practices.
- Analyzed data trends to identify areas for improvement, supporting strategic decision-making initiatives.
- Led regular team meetings to align objectives and foster collaboration among stakeholders.
- Established tracking systems for project milestones, enhancing visibility and accountability within teams.
- Cultivated relationships with external vendors to optimize service delivery and procurement processes.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Education
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia05.2028
M.Ed. - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Richmond
Richmond, Virginia05.2012
M.A. - Literature
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia05.2009
B.A. - English
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, Virginia05.2007
Skills
- Instructional design expertise
- Proficient in educational technology tools
- Continuous quality evaluation
- Cross-functional collaboration skills
- Learning strategies
- Instructional strategies
- Storyboarding
- E-learning design
- Video editing
- Training program development
- Course material creation
- LMS administration
- Interactive design
- Learning theory
Certification
- Quality Matters Master Reviewer
- QM Course Review Manager
- QM Online Program Design Certification (2025)
- QM Learner Success & Support Certifications (2024)
- Quality Matters Exemplary Program Status (2025)
Timeline
Instructional Designer
Colorado State University
01.2021 - Current
Instructional Designer
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
01.2020 - 01.2025
Coordinator, Distance Education & Instructional Design
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing
01.2016 - 01.2020
Ed.D. - Educational Leadership
Virginia Commonwealth University
M.Ed. - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Richmond
M.A. - Literature
Virginia Commonwealth University
B.A. - English
James Madison University
Selected Peer Reviewed Conference Presentations
- Marsh, J.K. & Mahoney, K. (2024). Universal Design for Learning Guidelines 3.0 and Generative Artificial Intelligence in Teacher Education: Questions for Practical Implementation. Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE).
- Marsh, J.K. & Mahoney, K. (2023). Bridging Overlaps and Addressing Gaps: Exploring the Intersection of Culturally Responsive Teaching and Universal Design for Learning. Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE).
- Marsh, J.K. (2015). Design Thinking, Participatory Culture, and Creative Problem Solving in the Higher Education Learning Environment. American Educational Research Association (AERA).
Selected Teaching Experience
- Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, Richmond, VA
- Disruptive Texts: Exploring Human Rights (2021–2025), undergraduate, asynchronous
- Minnesota State University, Mankato College of Education
- Assessment & Evaluation (2023–2024), graduate synchronous online
- Leveraging Technology for Professional Learning (2025), graduate asynchronous
- College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, VA School of Education
- Designs for Technology-Enhanced Learning (2013–2015), graduate/undergraduate K-12 teacher licensure course
- Henrico County Public Schools, Henrico, VA
- 8th grade English Teacher (2010-2012)
Tools & Technologies
Canvas, Blackboard Ultra, D2L Brightspace, Google Classroom; Articulate Storyline 360, Articulate Rise 360, Camtasia, Genially, H5P; Qualtrics, QuestionPro; Miro, Lucidchart, Figma; Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, Illustrator); Canva; AI tools for instructional design (ChatGPT, Synthesia, Descript); Accessibility tools (Blackboard Ally, UDOIt); Microsoft Office & Google Workspace.