Justin Yarkin
7424 Leighton Dr.  Falls Church, VA 22043  Cell: 925-389-0395  jyarkin@gmail.com
Profile
 Seven years in instructional systems design and project management for all phases of training from
analysis to evaluation
 Skilled in leading and contributing to the design and development of Web-based training (WBT),
instructor-led training (ILT), adult learning and business development
 Multimedia and video production experience
 Skilled at measuring evaluation and executive reports
Clients
 Government
 Department of State (DoS)
 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
 Centers for Medicare & Medicade Services (CMS)
 Commercial
 San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)
 Education
 San Diego State University (SDSU)
 University of the Rockies
 Ashford University
Professional
Experience
Booz Allen Hamilton, Instructional Systems Designer
12/2012 to Present
Provides consulting expertise to develop strategy, vision and goals for different agencies. Works
internally and with government organizations to build new and continuous training programs using
ADDIE. Utilize Instruction Design principles and practices to evaluate organizations and programs for
training effectiveness.
 Eligibility and Enrollment- Centers of Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Rapid Online Content Creation Environment (ROCCE) developer. Utilized Instructional Design best
practices to maximize information retention regarding the Affordable Care Act. Updated
configuration and accessibility of content through the ROCCE development tool. Analyzed content
for reading level and consistency based on style guide.
 VA Technical Training
Revised content from ILT into WBT. Main instructional systems designer (ISD) for Joint Knowledge
Online Rapid Online Content Creation Environment (JKO ROCCE). First to deign development on
new internal WBT course development tool, BOLDER. Developed and reviewed course content, job
aids, and other course materials. Conducted a comprehensive analysis of ILT information. Made
multiple development and delivery recommendations during the development phase. Worked
closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to adapt and deliver content based from Instructor
Guides and Participant Guides into outlines and storyboards for WBTs. Conducted reviewed of
terminal learning objectives and enabling learning objectives to ensure mapping to content.
Team Sharepoint administrator and administrator for the DoD Nemesis Learning Management
System (LMS) and BOLDER. Made sure entire project met SCORM and Section 508 standards
required for the VA. Delivered final project based on level 2 interactivity.
 Get Smart Mobile Application
Lead developer in setting up mobile User Experience (UX). Developed an interactive model working
between two software programs implementing HTML5 to deliver content to a mobile workforce.
Developed many of the media; logos, video editing, training tutorials. Helped to develop marketing
material over multiple mediums. Analyzed results based on Kirkpatrick Evaluation levels to update
training curriculum. Planning on being a keynote speaker at the SALT conference in September.
 Internal
Lead a training effort in designing a comprehensive Training Needs Analysis (TNA) document for
new hires. Explained the 5 steps process of completing a TNA including Tips and Tricks and how to
identify the gaps in learning. Developed a Job Aid for ISDs who utilize Adobe Captivate as their tool
Justin Yarkin
7424 Leighton Dr.  Falls Church, VA 22043  Cell: 925-389-0395  jyarkin@gmail.com
for training. This Job Aid helps the ISD understand what needs to be done in order for the WBT to
be compliant with Section 508 Standards.
Freelance, Instructional Design
02/2012 to 12/2012
Worked on my own to find companies and departments who need short term contract work. I worked for
companies like San Diego Gas & Electric and Department of State, while doing minor media development
(video editing, photo cleanup) for small businesses. I worked in the training department for the electrical
side of SDG&E and the Budget office for Department of State.
Bridgepoint Education, Learning and Development Specialist
07/2010 to 02/2012
Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of multiple WBTs using Captivate. Defined
and managed project scope and maintained resources. Developed storyboards for multiple projects and
began development for many of the projects. Made technical contributions to many projects. Developed
status reports, tracked issues and executed problem resolution. Responsible for total project quality.
 Web Based Trainings
Managed and organized multiple aspects of a robust technical infrastructure. Designed complete
WBT on different functions of the software. Worked with multiple SME’s based on different
processes of a project during the analysis phase. Prepared Job Aids, workflows, and procedures for
users and stakeholders.
 LMS Implementation
Worked closely with the LMS Administrators to design curriculums for different WBT lessons.
Delivered content to a nationally diverse work force which incorporated knowledge checks and pre
and post evaluations.
 Business Process Development
Managed multiple business process evaluations. Worked with many SME for small business
processes including; marketing, Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Registrar, Graduation, and
Student Dispute and Resolution. Worked to develop current and new-hire trainings.
SDSU Visualization Center ASIA, Project Coordinator
07/2009 to 07/2010
Responsible for leading a team of computer analysts in Asia. Developed database infrastructure and
interface along with coordination of meetings with top government and educational officials in the
region. While in the US, used our lab to help in emergency response efforts including: H1N1, Earthquakes
in Mexico and US, San Diego Fires, Exercise 24.
 Database Management
Managed the flow of open source information into a database. Experience using different types of
data to represent information in multiple ways; geographically, chronologically, historically.
 Computer Analyst Management
Testing different software for functionality and usability. Demonstrate basic understanding of
functionality of different computer languages and database management.
 Mobile Command Center
Constructed mobile command centers in remote regions. Corresponded information in nearly real
time before adaptation of technology.
 Software Testing
Tested mobile application development for security risks. Worked with a team of programmers
with algorithm testing and implementations.
 Training Development
Determined best way to represent finding of database information. Presented information in
academic, laboratory, and business meetings. Delivered to diverse audiences with little
development time and extremely low budget.
Justin Yarkin
7424 Leighton Dr.  Falls Church, VA 22043  Cell: 925-389-0395  jyarkin@gmail.com
College Works Painting, District Manager
10/2006 to 11/2008
Responsible for increasing the visibility of the organization, providing training/technical support, and
mentoring managers of all levels. Directed Managers in: marketing strategies, sales forecasts, sales
presentations, recruitment of employees, management of employees, project management, contract
negotiation, and contract management. Utilized On-the-Job Training (OJT) throughout my tenure.
Conducted weekly one-on-one meetings to all managers in order to make sure they were on track with
the Individual Development Plan (IDP) I designed for each.
 Training Development
Manager training in focus group and individual training. Train-the-Trainer sessions on how to
recruit and train employees. Ran role-played scenarios in safe environments before OJT.
Redeveloped organizational recruitment techniques based on my ILT delivered at annual company
retreat.
 Leadership Development
Provided expert guidance in assessing, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating
leadership programs. Assisted all managers with forming their own Individual Development Plans
(IDP). Held managers accountable for specific objectives and helped to analyze matrix’s based on
goals they decided on. Taught how to maximize efficiency with the use of technology along with
leverage K-12 schools in the area.
 Business Development
Taught managers how to maximize profitability and prioritize tasks on different projects.
Demonstrated effective phone calls and how to develop action items from individual or group
conference calls. Developed awareness of different ways to measure Return on Investment (ROI).
Recommended best practices for managing budgets to middle management.
Education
LANGEVIN LEARNING SERVICES — Washington, DC
Certified Instructional Designer/Developer, 2013
UNIVERSITY OF THE ROCKIES — Online
M.A., Organizational Development and Leadership, Corporate Training & E-Learning 2012 [incomplete]
SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY — San Diego, CA
M.S., Homeland Security, 2009
B.S., Criminal Justice, 2007
Software
Microsoft Office Suite: Access, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher, Sharepoint, Word, Visio
Adobe Suite: Captivate, Flash, InDesign, Photoshop, Presenter
Video editing: Camtasia, Windows Movie Maker, uPerform
Mapping: ArcGIS, GoogleEarth
Languages: ActionScript, HTML, HTML5, Python, XML
Management Systems: Atlas2, Cornerstone, CRMS, Blackboard, eCollege, Joomla, PeopleSoft, Plone, SAP
SCORM: 1.2, 2004
Mobile: Train-by-cell, Brainshark, PhoneGap, Airwatch (MDM)
Training Development Tools: ROCCE, JKO ROCCE, BOULDER, Articulate
Associations
American Society for Training and Development, ASTD