Rebekah Sedwick

Experience

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  Marshalls

  May 2011 - Aug 2011

  Sales and Management Intern

  Oversaw sales for children's department ; featured merchandise and made physical changes based on sales reports.Assisted onboarding team members with conducting interviews, checking references, and training new associates.

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  Reed Smith LLP

  Oct 2011 - Aug 2016

  E-learning course design knowledge and experience via Adobe Captivate. Advised presenters when developing course/training content.Developed traditional training programs for staff. Counseled attorneys on CLE-related and professional development needs.Managed several databases. Extensive event-planning and administrative support experience. Oversaw special projects and assignments as needed. Scheduled and reserved conference rooms and catering for CLE and Staff Support classes.Assisted in tracking CLE credits for lawyers and the issuing of CLE certificates.Managed several databases with the purposes of credit tracking, class creation, and roster confirmations.Trained and assisted new team members.Designed checklists and reference guides for Reed Smith University administrative functions.

  • Professional Development Specialist

    Jan 2013 - Aug 2016

  • Reed Smith University Intern

    Oct 2011 - Dec 2012
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  American Society of Training & Development Pittsburgh Chapter

  May 2012 - Dec 2013

  Vice President of Membership

  Designed and facilitated quarterly new membership orientations.Head of recruiting for chapter.

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  Association of Talent Development Pittsburgh Chapter

  Jan 2014 - Sept 2017

  Director of Student Membership

  Counseled student members.Oversaw chapter internship program.Oversaw chapter mentoring program.Maintained good relations with local universities.Recruited student members.

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  (various)

  Jan 2016 - now

  Freelance Writer

  Contributes articles to various sites including:A Practical WeddingMickeyBlogWDWInfoDisney TipsDisney Avenue

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  Software Engineering Institute | Carnegie Mellon University

  Aug 2016 - now

  Instructional Designer/Developer

  Develops eLearning course content for commercial and internal usage.Utilizes Articulate Storyline products to design all web-based programs.Uses Camtasia Studio to incorporate various multimedia elements into courses. Develops and maintains course survey content for both traditional and online training programs.Designs and develops course exams and exercises.Works directly with Subject Matter Experts to create course content.Performs routine maintenance on programs in the active library. Upholds/oversees 508 & WCAG compliance practices in course development and delivery processes. Assist other departments with solidifying and implementing accessible best practices. Manages all updates and archival of department process documentation.*AJ Award Nomination 2023: Nominated in the awards category of 'Leading and Advancing' for work on the Data Science for Cybersecurity Certificate 收起

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  Disney Fanatic

  Aug 2017 - Aug 2021

  Contributing Writer

  Regularly contributed articles covering topics such as theme park news, travel tips, and entertainment reviews. Utilized WordPress, Canva, and Search Engine Optimization tools to enhance article quality and improve online visibility.

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  Association of Talent Development Pittsburgh Chapter

  Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

  Director of Social Media

  Oversaw social media postings and engagement efforts for Pittsburgh ATD Chapter.

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  Carnegie Mellon University

  Aug 2019 - Jul 2021

  Participates as an SEI representative for the campus-wide organization, Staff Council, at CMU. Responsibilities include community service, participation on various committees, and acting as liaison between the Software Engineering Institute and Carnegie Mellon University staff. Active Committees:Kennywood and Entertainment DiscountsRewards and Recognition*Rookie of the Year Reward Recipient - 2021* Instructs weekly Broadway-style jazz classes for CMU staff, faculty, and students.

  • Staff Council: At Large Representative

    Feb 2021 - Jul 2021

  • Dance Instructor

    Aug 2019 - May 2021
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  Carnegie Mellon Women's Association

  Dec 2020 - Dec 2021

  Peer Mentor

  Responsible for guiding and assisting my assigned mentee regarding their professional and personal development.