About me
My career has covered a lot of ground, and I believe that is my greatest strength.
It began in PhD-level Chemical Research, followed by two decades as a Science and ICT teacher. My background also includes several years as a Professional Videographer and a Tutor/Assessor for Digital Apprenticeships. I joined the University of Staffordshire as an Online Learning Technologist in 2019 and currently hold the position of Digital Education Officer.
I’ve always been driven by two things: solving problems, which is why I did a PhD in Chemistry, and helping people. When I struggled with IT myself as a complete novice, that experience shaped how I train and support people with it today. I understand what it feels like to find technology confusing, and that’s precisely what makes me good at explaining it clearly.
As a teacher, I always enjoyed seeing that light-bulb moment, when someone who was struggling suddenly gets it. Creating a video that genuinely helps someone work independently and confidently is something I find deeply satisfying. That’s why I do this work.
What I Bring
I bring the analytical mind of a scientist and the patience of a teacher to every technical problem I encounter. I have hands-on experience across a wide range of platforms including Microsoft 365, Blackboard Ultra, Canvas, Moodle, Aptem, OneFile, SharePoint, Teams and Zoom and a track record of making them accessible to people who find them daunting.
I produce clear, professional instructional video guides using screen capture and Adobe Premiere Pro, scripting and recording step-by-step walkthroughs that help people work independently and confidently. I also deliver live training via Microsoft Teams, working with groups and individuals to build genuine digital skills rather than just surface familiarity.
Beyond individual tools and platforms, I have experience designing and implementing large-scale digital workflows and induction processes. Most notably, I led the transition from face-to-face to fully online digital inductions for over 4,000 student police officers across West Midlands Police, Staffordshire Police, West Mercia Police and Warwickshire Police. My work was commended directly to my Director by West Mercia Police:
Accredited Practitioner
I am a Certified Member of the Association for Learning Technology (CMALT). CMALT is a professional accreditation awarded by the Association for Learning Technology, recognising practitioners who can demonstrate effective, evidence-based practice in learning technology.
