I am a bilingual educator and multimedia learning designer with a passion for turning language learning concepts into clear, engaging content. I have built curricula, lesson plans, and multimedia resources for learners and teachers, collaborating with editors, designers, and freelancers to align with pedagogical objectives and learning outcomes. I enjoy facilitating workshops, creating accessible online courses, and blending instructional design with creative storytelling. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and am adept at delivering high-quality content on tight timelines while maintaining a learner‑centered approach and strong attention to clarity and impact.

Francis Lee

I am a bilingual educator and multimedia learning designer with a passion for turning language learning concepts into clear, engaging content. I have built curricula, lesson plans, and multimedia resources for learners and teachers, collaborating with editors, designers, and freelancers to align with pedagogical objectives and learning outcomes. I enjoy facilitating workshops, creating accessible online courses, and blending instructional design with creative storytelling. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and am adept at delivering high-quality content on tight timelines while maintaining a learner‑centered approach and strong attention to clarity and impact.

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I am a bilingual educator and multimedia learning designer with a passion for turning language learning concepts into clear, engaging content. I have built curricula, lesson plans, and multimedia resources for learners and teachers, collaborating with editors, designers, and freelancers to align with pedagogical objectives and learning outcomes.

I enjoy facilitating workshops, creating accessible online courses, and blending instructional design with creative storytelling. I thrive in cross-cultural teams and am adept at delivering high-quality content on tight timelines while maintaining a learner‑centered approach and strong attention to clarity and impact.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner

Work Experience

Content Writer and Instructional Designer at Freelance / Self-employed
November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Content writing and instructional design for language courses; led multimedia production; established KPIs; managed budgets around €250K; coordinated a team of three full-time staff and 50+ freelancers; collaborated with actors, designers, and sound engineers; created and updated course content with data-driven improvements.
English Language Trainer at Progression and Transfer Languages Schools, Paris
July 1, 2006 - July 1, 2006
Taught English as a foreign language; designed and delivered lesson plans; adapted to learner needs; supported students’ progress and engagement.
Studio Coach / Entrepreneurial Consultant at Studio Coaching
December 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Engaged in studio coaching and explored entrepreneurial opportunities; gained insights into business development and independent project management; paused to raise child before re-entering the workforce.
Head of Multimedia at Gymglish
November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023
Led multimedia content production for language courses, coordinating three full-time staff and over 50 freelancers. Streamlined production workflows, managed a ~€250K annual budget, and coordinated with actors, recording artists, graphic designers, and sound engineers. Drove on-time delivery of high-quality content, improved audio quality, expanded engaging course materials, and developed educational materials and email templates to support learning. Maintained high editorial standards and collaborated with tech/support teams to refine processes and tools.
Content Writer and Instructional Designer at Progression and Transfer Languages Schools, Paris
July 1, 2006 - July 1, 2006
Progressed and delivered English language training materials; authored instructional content and designed course materials for corporate clients. Hosted webinars and produced instructional materials; collaborated with marketing, tech, and sales teams to enhance customer experience; led a team to create and deliver multimedia content for language courses and managed audio production including casting, contracts, and payments.

Education

BA in French & History at University of Warwick
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1997
CELTA Certificate (TEFL) at University of Warwick
January 1, 1997 - December 9, 2025
Transfer Training at Paris
January 1, 2004 - December 9, 2025

Qualifications

CELTA Certificate (TEFL)
January 1, 1997 - December 9, 2025
Transfer Training
January 1, 2004 - December 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services