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I'm Joanna McFarland, a multimedia developer with over eight years’ experience in digital learning and web development, and a background in Further Education teaching. I have spent several years in the charity sector across London and Northern Ireland, engaging with stakeholders, building and maintaining funder relationships, and leading teams to deliver successful projects. I’m passionate about designing high-quality, accessible resources that meet end-user needs and drive impact. I’m a clear and confident communicator who enjoys collaborating with colleagues, trustees, and learners to create practical digital learning solutions. I thrive in multi-disciplinary teams and am motivated by turning ideas into well-structured resources and websites that support learning and development across education, non-profit, and community settings.…I'm Joanna McFarland, a multimedia developer with over eight years’ experience in digital learning and web development, and a background in Further Education teaching. I have spent several years in the charity sector across London and Northern Ireland, engaging with stakeholders, building and maintaining funder relationships, and leading teams to deliver successful projects. I’m passionate about designing high-quality, accessible resources that meet end-user needs and drive impact. I’m a clear and confident communicator who enjoys collaborating with colleagues, trustees, and learners to create practical digital learning solutions. I thrive in multi-disciplinary teams and am motivated by turning ideas into well-structured resources and websites that support learning and development across education, non-profit, and community settings.

Joanna McFarland

Instructional Designer, Web Developer, Content Creator, +4

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I'm Joanna McFarland, a multimedia developer with over eight years’ experience in digital learning and web development, and a background in Further Education teaching. I have spent several years in the charity sector across London and Northern Ireland, engaging with stakeholders, building and maintaining funder relationships, and leading teams to deliver successful projects. I’m passionate about designing high-quality, accessible resources that meet end-user needs and drive impact. I’m a clear and confident communicator who enjoys collaborating with colleagues, trustees, and learners to create practical digital learning solutions. I thrive in multi-disciplinary teams and am motivated by turning ideas into well-structured resources and websites that support learning and development across education, non-profit, and community settings.…I'm Joanna McFarland, a multimedia developer with over eight years’ experience in digital learning and web development, and a background in Further Education teaching. I have spent several years in the charity sector across London and Northern Ireland, engaging with stakeholders, building and maintaining funder relationships, and leading teams to deliver successful projects. I’m passionate about designing high-quality, accessible resources that meet end-user needs and drive impact. I’m a clear and confident communicator who enjoys collaborating with colleagues, trustees, and learners to create practical digital learning solutions. I thrive in multi-disciplinary teams and am motivated by turning ideas into well-structured resources and websites that support learning and development across education, non-profit, and community settings.

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I’m Joanna McFarland, a multimedia developer with over eight years’ experience in digital learning and web development, and a background in Further Education teaching. I have spent several years in the charity sector across London and Northern Ireland, engaging with stakeholders, building and maintaining funder relationships, and leading teams to deliver successful projects. I’m passionate about designing high-quality, accessible resources that meet end-user needs and drive impact.

I’m a clear and confident communicator who enjoys collaborating with colleagues, trustees, and learners to create practical digital learning solutions. I thrive in multi-disciplinary teams and am motivated by turning ideas into well-structured resources and websites that support learning and development across education, non-profit, and community settings.

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Work Experience

Content Editor at BibleMesh.com

March 1, 2025 - March 1, 2025

Edited research papers and video interviews into blog posts; followed in-house style using Canva; created graphics for social media. Published posts in WordPress and optimized content for SEO to reach target audiences.

Church Worker at International Presbyterian Church

April 1, 2023 - April 1, 2023

Designed and developed a fully responsive WordPress website, brand identity, and social media strategy. Managed large annual conference, youth camps, and trained teams. Edited weekly video for children’s group; initiated a youth club and ensured safeguarding and insurance requirements were met; liaised with parents and local schools on learning activities.

Teacher & Digital Learning Coordinator at Ploughshares International

March 1, 2019 - March 1, 2019

Designed and developed a digital learning website with branding, created templates for conferences, prepared learning resources, and delivered lectures. Managed an online course and contributed to curriculum development; taught 100 students from 20 countries; set up recording studio, live streamed lectures, and produced video content. Built relationships with trustees, prepared funding requests and project reports.

Volunteer at Charity, London

July 1, 2016 - July 1, 2016

Worked with Persian and Afghan communities, helping with social needs and teaching English as a second language. Designed and developed a WordPress website; ensured GDPR-compliant data handling and designed MailChimp templates; completed Entry Level of Farsi language.

Multimedia Developer at CCEA

May 1, 2015 - May 1, 2015

Designed and developed digital resources for the Northern Ireland Curriculum and external clients. Managed 60 subject sites; collaborated with subject matter experts; rigorous testing, SEO optimization, and Google Analytics monitoring. Delivered training on Document Management Systems, Moodle and Drupal; initiated a bespoke DMS using PHP to surface documents on pages.

Lecturer (Part Time) at Northern Regional College

June 1, 2013 - June 1, 2013

Planned and delivered Essential Skills ICT lessons and assessments to enable adult learners to achieve qualifications; worked across multiple campus locations.

Camp Leader (Voluntary) at SUNI, Scottish Junior Camp

July 1, 2015 - July 1, 2015

Managed a team of 25; ensured compliance with legal requirements and welfare of 80 campers. Managed an annual budget of £30k; coordinated transport Partners and bursar relations; planned a week of camp and reunion weekend; progressed from team member to camp leadership.

Project Coordinator at Presbyterian Church in Ireland

May 1, 2023 - Present

Coordinated projects and planned events including overseas trips, regular term time events, and one to one mentoring. Prepared and delivered lessons for a variety of settings, planned teaching for academic years.