Learning & Development Portfolio

Nina Jackson Mitchell

M.S. · Doctoral Student, Applied Learning Sciences · Atlanta, GA
“Designing learning experiences that elevate performance, build capacity, and connect people to their fullest potential.”
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About

10+ Years Building Learning Systems That Work

I am a Learning & Development professional with a decade of experience designing, building, and managing training programs that drive measurable performance outcomes for diverse organizations. My work spans corporate enablement, higher education, and entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Currently completing a doctoral degree in Applied Learning Sciences at the University of Miami, I bring both the hands-on craft of instructional design and the research-grounded rigor of adult learning theory to every program I build.

My practice is rooted in a simple belief: the best training does not just transfer knowledge. It changes behavior, builds confidence, and creates the conditions for people to do their best work.

10+
Years in L&D and Instructional Design
440+
Consultants Trained and Developed
3.8
GPA, Doctoral Student, University of Miami
3
Active Roles Across L&D, Education & Consulting
Expertise

Core Capabilities

01

Instructional Design

ADDIE, SAM, Backward Design, and Universal Design for Learning. From needs assessment through evaluation, I own the full design lifecycle with precision and purpose.

02

eLearning Development

Articulate 360, Rise 360, HTML/CSS training portals, and multimedia content creation using Adobe Creative Suite. Building engaging self-paced experiences that scale.

03

Facilitation & Delivery

Instructor-led, virtual, and hybrid training delivery for diverse adult learner populations. Adaptive facilitation grounded in adult learning principles and real-time responsiveness.

04

Program Strategy

Building training ecosystems from the ground up. Needs assessment, curriculum architecture, LMS administration, performance measurement, and continuous improvement.

05

Stakeholder Partnership

Cross-functional collaboration with SMEs, executive leadership, and operational teams. Translating ambiguous business needs into practical, right-sized learning solutions.

06

AI-Enhanced Design

Integrating generative AI tools into content development and learning workflows with strong human judgment, quality control, and responsible-use practices.

Work Samples

Selected Projects

Featured · Doctoral Research · Interactive eLearning

“I Am Enough” — Digital Toolkit for Black Teenage Girls

A fully interactive, research-based digital learning toolkit designed to help Black teenage girls navigate imposter syndrome. Built as part of doctoral coursework in Applied Learning Sciences at the University of Miami, this toolkit applies evidence-based adult learning theory, culturally responsive design, and Universal Design for Learning principles to create a safe, empowering, self-paced learning experience. Features a self-assessment quiz, journaling activities, confidence-building strategies, role model spotlights, and downloadable resources.

Interactive eLearningResearch-Based DesignCulturally ResponsiveUDL PrinciplesDoctoral Project
9
Interactive Modules
Live
Hosted Experience
Ed.D.
Doctoral Research Project
Certification Prep · Interactive eLearning · Mastery-Based Design

GACE Ethics for Leaders — Interactive Study Guide

A self-paced, mastery-based study guide built to prepare for the GACE Ethics for Leaders assessment (Test 352), the Georgia educator certification exam required for school leadership roles. Covers all ten standards of the Georgia Code of Ethics for Educators, plus the moral turpitude distinctions central to Standard 1 reasoning, through eighteen scenario-based questions drawn directly from GaPSC guidance. Built on a mastery-lock progression model: learners must answer each scenario correctly, with full rationale shown for any incorrect response, before advancing, mirroring how the actual assessment treats ethics as applied judgment rather than memorization.

Interactive eLearningMastery-Based DesignScenario-BasedGaPSC-AlignedSelf-PacedCertification Prep
10
Code of Ethics Standards
18
Scenario Questions
Mastery
Lock Progression Model
Test 352
GACE Ethics for Leaders
Micro Training Series · Agent Development · Multi-Part

Micro Training Series: Agent Development for Remote Travel Agents

A multi-part interactive training series designed for remote travel consultants in The Elite Travel Group network. Each part is built around a memorable framework structure that makes complex skills immediately applicable. Part 1: Where to Find Clients introduces the 4 P’s of Prospecting (People, Places, Platforms, Partnerships), covering every channel a real client comes from. Part 2: How to Market Yourself introduces the 3 C’s of Travel Agent Marketing (Content, Character, Conversion), covering brand voice, content strategy, and the path from scroll to deposit. A companion Action Workbook walks agents through a 7-day plan, content audit, and hook-writing exercise.

Interactive TrainingCurriculumProspectingBrand StrategyAction Workbook440+ LearnersElite Travel Group
2
Parts in Series
26
Total Slides
4 P’s & 3 C’s
Memorable Frameworks
7-Day
Action Plans Included
Interactive eLearning · Onboarding

New Travel Agent Onboarding Course

A self-paced, progress-tracked onboarding experience for new independent travel consultants joining The Elite Travel Group. Guides learners module by module from welcome and orientation through credentialing, business setup, vendor registration, niche identification, and launch, with progress saved as each module is completed. Built to reduce ramp time and create a consistent, welcoming first experience for every new hire.

Interactive eLearning12 ModulesProgress Tracking440+ LearnersSelf-Paced
Facilitation Series · New Agent Curriculum · Three Parts

New Agent Training Series: From Onboarding to Closing

A comprehensive three-part interactive training curriculum for new Elite Travel Group consultants, designed using ADDIE and grounded in adult learning theory. Part 1: Welcome to YOUR Business covers the business owner mindset shift, back office setup, booking website personalization, vendor access, and a structured 7-day action plan. Part 2: Qualifying Clients & Making Bookings introduces the FORM method for client qualification, a step-by-step first call script, commission clarity, and pipeline building. Part 3: Protecting Your Work & Closing More Deals covers objection handling, the Ghost Problem, the non-refundable consultation retainer, and how to transform raw vendor quotes into personalized branded proposals using AI. Each part includes scenario-based application examples and an interactive knowledge check.

ADDIE FrameworkThree-Part CurriculumScenario-BasedKnowledge ChecksFORM MethodObjection Handling440+ LearnersElite Travel Group
3
Parts in Series
37
Total Slides
ADDIE
Design Framework
440+
Learners Reached
Interactive eLearning · Mastery-Based Design · Leadership Track

Elite Leadership Academy

A six-module, mastery-gated leadership training built for rising leaders preparing to sponsor and mentor new travel consultants at The Elite Travel Group. Each module pairs original content with a knowledge check that must be passed before advancing, ensuring leaders demonstrate understanding rather than simply clicking through. Modules cover Active Participation, Support and Volunteerism, Leadership and Mentorship, Training and Education, Professionalism, and Communication. The experience is personalized to each learner by name and closes with a printable Certificate of Completion recognizing the Certified Elite Leader designation.

Interactive eLearningMastery-Based DesignLeadership DevelopmentKnowledge ChecksCertificate of CompletionElite Travel Group
6
Leadership Modules
Mastery
Gated Progression
1
Knowledge Check per Module
Certified
Elite Leader Designation
Facilitation · New Hire Training

Quick Start: New Agent Orientation

A live orientation session designed for newly onboarded Evolution Travel consultants, covering back office setup, personal booking site configuration, vendor access, compliance requirements, social media strategy, and income activation. Designed to get new agents connected, credentialed, and revenue-ready in their first seven days.

Live FacilitationNew Hire Orientation33 SlidesEvolution Travel
Program Design · Cross-Functional

Prior Learning Assessment Framework

Developed in partnership with the Atlanta Police Department, this Prior Learning Assessment framework translates field-based law enforcement expertise into recognized academic credentials. The project involved SME interviews, skills gap analysis, rubric development, and the creation of a scalable evaluation system now in active use at Georgia Piedmont Technical College.

Needs AssessmentSME CollaborationRubric DesignGPTC · APD
Facilitation · Agent Training Series

Qualifying Your Cruise Client: From First Contact to a Polished Proposal

Part 1 of the Elite Travel Group Agent Training Series. A scenario-based facilitation guide walking agents through the full client qualification process, from communication best practices and cruise scheduling logic through intake questioning and proposal development. Includes full speaker notes, real-world scenarios, and job-ready frameworks designed for new consultants.

Scenario-BasedSpeaker Notes440+ LearnersElite Travel Group
Job Aid · Performance Support

New Agent 30-Day Execution Guide

A comprehensive daily execution workbook and training plan for new travel consultants, mapping out week-by-week learning objectives, certification requirements, mock booking practice, and social media activities across the first 30 days. Designed as a performance support tool to bridge formal onboarding with on-the-job skill development and early revenue generation.

Job Aid30-Day PlanDaily ChecklistsElite Travel Group
Downloadable Resources

L&D Job Aids Collection

Four professionally designed, single-page job aids covering core instructional design and travel industry workflows. Each aid is branded, print-ready, and built to support on-the-job performance.

Instructional Design

The ADDIE Model: Quick Reference

A one-page reference guide covering all five phases of the ADDIE instructional design model with key actions, design questions, and a pro tip on iterative practice.

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Adult Learning Theory

Adult Learning Principles: At a Glance

Knowles’ six principles of andragogy translated into practical design implications. A reference card for trainers and instructional designers at any level.

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Agent Resource · Elite Travel Group

How to Book a Royal Caribbean Cruise: Step-by-Step

A six-step agent workflow guide covering client intake through post-booking follow-up using Cruising Power, Royal Caribbean’s agent portal. Designed to reduce errors and accelerate new consultant ramp time.

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Agent Resource · Elite Travel Group

New Agent Commission Guide

A comprehensive commission reference covering how travel agents earn, commission rates by booking type, and a payment tracking checklist for new consultants.

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Marketing & Creative Design

Brand Storytelling

AI-assisted video and visual design work created for Elite Travel Group marketing and agent recruitment.

AI-Generated Video · Brand Promo

Elite Travel Group: New Trainings, New Tools, Same Community

A short-form promotional video built for agent recruitment and team morale, combining an animated gold brand reveal, a recruitment message highlighting new trainings and tools, and a closing cinematic cruise ship shot that lands on the team motto, “Pray. Grind. Repeat.” Concept, copy, and AI video generation directed end to end to stay on-brand with the navy and gold Elite Travel Group identity used across all training and marketing materials.

Credentials

Education & Certifications

Education

Doctoral Student, Applied Learning Sciences

University of Miami · GPA 3.8
Expected 2027

M.S., Criminal Justice

Grambling State University · GPA 3.8
2024

B.S., Criminal Justice

Grambling State University
2022

Certifications & Training

2026
  • Leading ProjectsPMI
  • Hybrid Team Building with PurposeLinkedIn Learning
  • Top 10 Behaviors that Drive Team SuccessLinkedIn Learning
  • Tips to Work with Difficult PeopleLinkedIn Learning
  • Transform Classroom Training to ELearning with Articulate 360LinkedIn Learning
  • Creating Inclusive Learning ExperiencesHRCI
  • What You Need to Know to Get Started with Your Training ProgramHRCI
  • Learning in the Flow of WorkLinkedIn Learning
  • Generative AI for Learning and Development Professional CertificateLinkedIn Learning
  • Learning to Teach OnlineLinkedIn Learning
  • Setting and Managing Realistic Expectations for Your L&D ProgramHRCI
  • Using Neuroscience for More Effective L&DHRCI
  • Leading Inclusive TeamsNASBA
  • Leading Diverse Teams to SuccessPMI
  • Generative AI for Digital MarketersPMI
  • Generative AI in Learning and DevelopmentHRCI
  • Applications of Generative AI in Learning and DevelopmentHRCI
  • L&D Basics: Getting Your Strategy Up and RunningSHRM
  • The Future of Workplace LearningHRCI
  • Foundations of Accessible ElearningLinkedIn Learning
  • Creating Binge-Worthy L&D ContentLinkedIn Learning
  • Microsoft Copilot: The Art of Prompt WritingLinkedIn Learning
  • Applying Learning Science to Training and DevelopmentLinkedIn Learning
  • Learning MoodleLinkedIn Learning
  • Coaching for ResultsPMI
  • Articulate Storyline Essential TrainingLinkedIn Learning
  • Conducting a Company Training Needs AnalysisLinkedIn Learning
  • Maximizing Your Learning and Development OutcomesLinkedIn Learning
  • Build Your Own Professional Training: Quick Start GuideLinkedIn Learning
  • Storytelling Tips for Learning and Development LeadersLinkedIn Learning
  • Leading at a DistanceLinkedIn Learning
  • How to Use AI for Upskilling and Lifelong LearningLinkedIn Learning
  • Coaching in Action for Leaders and ManagersLinkedIn Learning
2025
  • Top 10 Rules for Highly Effective LeadershipLinkedIn Learning
  • Coaching Skills for Leaders and ManagersLinkedIn Learning
  • Think Faster, Talk Smarter: Master Impromptu SpeakingLinkedIn Learning
  • L&D Foundations: Essential Skills for L&D LeadershipLinkedIn Learning
  • Ethical HR LeadershipLinkedIn Learning
  • How to Be a Better Professional Speaker in the WorkplaceLinkedIn Learning
  • Rise and Shine: Create a Powerful Morning RoutineLinkedIn — Book Bite
  • 1% Leadership: How Tiny Changes Forge Great LeadersLinkedIn Learning
  • Improving Your Judgment for Better Decision-MakingLinkedIn Learning
  • Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with LessLinkedIn — Book Bite
  • Mastering the Eight Paradoxes of Effective LeadersLinkedIn Learning
  • CEO Excellence: The Six Mindsets of Exceptional LeadersLinkedIn — Book Bite
  • Extend Microsoft 365 Copilot with AI AgentsLinkedIn Learning
  • Tips for Learner EngagementLinkedIn Learning
  • Learning Microsoft 365 Copilot for Work (2024)LinkedIn Learning
  • Building Accountability into Your CultureLinkedIn Learning
  • Active Listening for Better Leadership CommunicationLinkedIn Learning
  • Managing TeamsLinkedIn Learning
  • Delegating TasksLinkedIn Learning
  • Train Your Brain to Develop Better HabitsLinkedIn Learning
  • Leadership MindsetsPMI
  • SOGA GA@Work Basic Navigation TrainingGeorgia Piedmont Technical College
2024
  • Blackboard Ultra Faculty TrainingCanvas Credentials
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Available for full-time L&D, Instructional Design, and organizational learning leadership roles. Open to remote, hybrid, and Atlanta-based opportunities.