Christopher Panagopoulos
I am Christopher Panagopoulos and I am dedicated to advancing educational design, using my expertise in instructional strategies and my commitment in this field to build innovative learning solutions that empower organizations and learners alike.

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Curriculum Projects I Have Completed
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eLearning Modules I Have Developed
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Christopher Panagopoulos
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Resume
Musician, audio professional, multimedia designer, and instructional designer with over 25 years of experience helping individuals achieve their creative and educational goals through technology, sound, and design. Expert in consultative selling, building long-term relationships, and delivering personalized customer experiences. Proficient in designing and facilitating engaging, learner-centered training programs. Skilled in developing eLearning courses, instructor-led sessions, and multimedia learning experiences that enhance knowledge retention and performance. Combines creativity, technical expertise, and adult learning principles to inspire, motivate, and empower diverse audiences in both creative and professional environments.
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
- Authoring Tools: Articulate Storyline, Rise, Camtasia, Captivate
- Video Editing: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve
- Graphic Tools: Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva
- Multimedia & Animation: Vyond, Audition, Pro Tools
- LMS Platforms: Cornerstone, Moodle, ServiceNow
SALES COMPETENCIES
- Consultative Sales & Customer Engagement
- Pro Audio & Musical Instrument Knowledge
- Product Demonstrations & Gear Recommendations
- Upselling, Cross-Selling & Solution Selling
- Order Management & Inventory Coordination
- Team Collaboration & Peer Mentoring
- Technical Troubleshooting & Support
EDUCATION
CAPELLA UNIVERSITY – Masters of Science
M.S. Instructional Design & Learning Technology
February 2019
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX – Masters of Arts
M.A, Adult Education and Training
January 2015
CERTIFICATIONS
- Berklee College of Music, 2009 Sound Design & Audio Production
- Conservatory of Recording Arts & Sciences, 2006 Audio & Media Production
- Apple Certified – Logic Pro, 2006
- ProTools (Avid) certified, 2006
WORK EXPERIENCE
NÜBUDDHA DESIGN
Freelance Media Designer
January 2020 – Present
- Instructional Design: Designed custom instructional content for clients in production, education,
- media and marketing.
- Instructional Design: Advised clients on best practices in adult learning theory, accessibility
- (WCAG), and universal design for learning (UDL) and marketing optimization.
- Multimedia Production: Produced animated explainer videos, multimedia product demos, audio/video design, and scenario-based learning experiences using products from Adobe, Apple,
- Articulate, Avid, Canva, DaVinci, TechSmith, and Vyond.
CENLAR FSB
Instructional Designer II
May 2016 – April 2024
- Designed and developed eLearning and blended learning solutions using Articulate Storyline, PowerPoint, and Camtasia.
- Conducted needs analyses and partnered with SMEs to align learning objectives with business goals.
- Created interactive content, including video, voiceover, and performance-based assessments.
- Developed instructional materials such as storyboards, facilitator guides, and microlearning assets.
- Supported enterprise initiatives like ServiceNow training rollout, improving onboarding and system adoption.
CORINTHIAN COLLEGES
Senior Training & Content Development Specialist
March 2012 – January 2016
- Designed and delivered corporate training programs to support employee development, compliance, and performance goals.
- Developed instructional materials, including instructor-led training (ILT), eLearning, and job aids, using ADDIE methodology.
- Collaborated with SMEs and stakeholders to ensure training aligned with organizational needs and standards.
- Managed end-to-end training projects, from needs assessment through evaluation using models like Kirkpatrick’s.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and provided ongoing support through both virtual and inperson training delivery.
ALLEGRO AUDIO CONSULTANTS
Freelance Audio Consultant
January 2010 – January 2012
- Provided technical guidance and hands-on support for live sound, professional audio equipment, and lighting for restaurants, clubs, and houses of worship.
- Trained clients in audio production, including tracking, mixing, and mastering.
- Offered drum instruction to students of varying skill levels.
- Developed interactive demonstrations to showcase product capabilities.
- Consulted on audio and lighting setups for home studios and professional recording studios.
GUITAR CENTER
Sales Assistant Manager
January 2005 – January 2012
- Led a team of sales associates, coaching on product knowledge, customer interaction, and consultative selling.
- Help develop and deliver training courses for both employee and customers/clients
- Helped plan in-store events, promotions, and new product launches to enhance the customer experience.
- Monitored sales performance and implemented strategies to exceed goals.
- Mentored, coached and developed employees
Affiliations
- Association for Talent Development (ATD)
- The Learning Guild (formerly eLearning Guild)
- International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI)
- Online Learning Consortium (OLC)
- ACM SIGGRAPH
- Audio Engineering Society (AES)
Hobbies
- Sound Design Music
- Composition & Scoring
- Visual Arts
- Audio Production
- Video Production Live Streaming / Broadcasting / Podcasting
- Gaming
- Video Editing
- Concert Goer
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