I’m Mari Jo Acabal-Bragg, a learning design expert and senior instructional designer with 8+ years in education, corporate training, and e-learning development. I design and deliver engaging learning experiences for academic, professional, and financial services audiences, combining needs analysis, curriculum design, and technology-enabled instruction to meet current industry demands. I thrive on collaborating with subject matter experts, leading remote teams, and building robust learning ecosystems using Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Suite, and modern instructional frameworks. When I’m not designing courses, I’m exploring new tools to improve accessibility, interactivity, and outcomes for diverse learners.…

Mari Jo Acabal-Bragg

I’m Mari Jo Acabal-Bragg, a learning design expert and senior instructional designer with 8+ years in education, corporate training, and e-learning development. I design and deliver engaging learning experiences for academic, professional, and financial services audiences, combining needs analysis, curriculum design, and technology-enabled instruction to meet current industry demands. I thrive on collaborating with subject matter experts, leading remote teams, and building robust learning ecosystems using Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Suite, and modern instructional frameworks. When I’m not designing courses, I’m exploring new tools to improve accessibility, interactivity, and outcomes for diverse learners.…

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I’m Mari Jo Acabal-Bragg, a learning design expert and senior instructional designer with 8+ years in education, corporate training, and e-learning development. I design and deliver engaging learning experiences for academic, professional, and financial services audiences, combining needs analysis, curriculum design, and technology-enabled instruction to meet current industry demands.

I thrive on collaborating with subject matter experts, leading remote teams, and building robust learning ecosystems using Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Suite, and modern instructional frameworks. When I’m not designing courses, I’m exploring new tools to improve accessibility, interactivity, and outcomes for diverse learners.

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

E-learning Developer at Financial Services Institute
August 1, 2024 - Present
Design and develop interactive online courses and learning modules for financial services and business related topics, ensuring they meet educational standards and the FSI’s objectives. Portfolio: mjbraggport.carrd.co
Senior Instructional Designer at Ab² Institute of Accounting
April 1, 2022 - July 31, 2024
Lead and manage a remote team of IDs, collaborate with SMEs and ensure materials align with organizational goals. This role focuses on learning excellence on all courses, ensuring robust learning experience.
Instructional Designer at Ab² Institute of Accounting
October 1, 2018 - June 1, 2021
Design and develop innovative learning solutions and e-learning material (technical & leadership skills) using Articulate 360 & Adobe Creative Suite for accounting and finance professionals. Key Projects: Instructional designer for Ab2 Institute’s Accelerator Program (Generalist Accountant); Emerging Leaders & Lead the Way; Self-paced accounting software training.
Communications & CS Trainer at CTC BPO INC.
June 1, 2015 - October 1, 2017
Deliver and design training classes and materials to customer service and technical support representatives to maximize communication and customer care skills for the IT and service industry.

Education

BA at Silliman University
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2015
MA at Silliman University
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Coursera Certificate: Learning Technologies and Applications
June 1, 2020 - December 23, 2025
Preply Certificate: Mandarin (150 小时中文的上课 )
September 1, 2022 - December 23, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Financial Services, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment