Deborah Hendrickson
Instructional Designer
Learner-centered instructional design for real-world performance.
About The Designer
I am an instructional designer with a background in education and business who creates clear, engaging learning experiences that support real-world performance.
My work blends learner-centered design, visual communication, and strategic thinking.
Project Spotlight
Leading Through Uncertainty: The Impact of Communication on Trust and Morale
Designed to support leaders navigating change, ambiguity, and high-stakes communication.
A scenario-based leadership learning experience that places learners in realistic workplace situations shaped by organizational uncertainty. Learners navigate communication choices and timing to explore how leadership presence influences trust, morale, and engagement over time. Through guided interaction and reflection, learners examine the impact of their decisions without prescriptive rules or graded outcomes.
Additional Project
When Data Misleads: Reframing Performance Trends Through Contextual Analysis
Designed to support leaders and decision-makers interpreting complex performance data in environments where context shapes conclusions.
Designing Learning Experiences
I design integrated learning experiences that combine scenario-based methods, data-informed content, and practical application.
My approach is guided by three core design principles.
Design Decision-Focused Learning Experiences
Craft scenario-based experiences that let learners practice real-world decisions, interpret complex data, and see the consequences of their choicesTranslate Data into Actionable Insights
Turn complex performance information into clear, meaningful insights that guide confident, evidence-based decisions.Connect Learning to Real-World Application
Align learning objectives to practical outcomes so learners can immediately apply what they’ve learned on the job.Skills Snapshot
A focused set of instructional design skills supported by data, tools, and collaboration.
Data Analysis & Metrics
Use performance and learner data to inform instructional design decisions and measure impact
Tools & Technology
Canva, Google Slides, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Articulate 360 (Storyline)
Instructional Design
Design engaging learning experiences for adult learners, including storyboards that map content, interactions, and feedback.
Project Management
Plan, organize, and manage instructional projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with learning goals
Collaboration & Communication
Collaborate effectively with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into learning solutions
Let’s Connect
Interested in collaborating or learning more about my work?
Open to instructional design roles and collaborative projects.