A LITTLE ABOUT ME
My journey into instructional design began while learning and teaching languages during my college years. As I expanded into teaching digital literacy skills, training new hires, and delivering training workshops, I discovered my true passion is helping adults learn... and not just languages. So, I pivoted to a career in learning experience design and elearning development.
I can take your training to the next level with scenario-based learning, interactive simulations, training transformations, among other training solutions.
Let's connect and create new experiences!
FEATURED PROJECTS
SCENARIO-BASED LEARNING
AUDIENCE
Managers at a financial institution
LEARNING GOAL
Foster an inclusive work culture through linguistics
RESPONSIBILITIES
Instructional design, e-learning development, prototyping, needs analysis, action mapping, storyboarding/content creation, visual design, text-to-speech and sound effects, video production and editing
SOFTWARE USED
Storyline 360, Vyond, Notion, Canva, Mindmeister, Murf AI, ElevenLabs, PlayHT, ChatGPT, Google Docs, Google Cloud
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MULTIMODAL E-BOOK
AUDIENCE
Beginner adult English language learners
LEARNING GOAL
Learn key high-frequency words in context
RESPONSIBILITIES
Storyboarding/content creation, visual design, text-to-speech voiceover, elearning development
SOFTWARE USED
Rise 360, Vyond, Notion, Canva, ElevenLabs, Google Drive, ChatGPT
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING...
Hi, I'm Wilson
I design, develop, and deliver simplistic yet impactful learning experiences that solve problems and equip people with skills to grow and excel.
I'm a learning
experience designer
in New York City.
I went to school for Linguistics at the University of Virginia. My journey into instructional design began while learning and teaching languages during my college years.
As I expanded into teaching digital literacy skills, training new hires, and delivering training workshops to community members, I discovered my true passion is helping adults learn new skills. So, I learned the theory and software, and put my skills into action.
Let's connect and create new experiences together!
I design, develop, and deliver simplistic yet impactful learning experiences that solve problems and equip people with skills to grow and excel.
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SCENARIO-BASED LEARNING
Audience: International employees at an American nonprofit
Learning Goal: Make polite request at work
Targeted Skill: Bilingual communication
Duties: Instructional design, elearning development, needs analysis, action mapping, storyboarding, visual design, text-to-speech and sound effects
Tools Used: Storyline, Notion, Canva, Mindmeister, Google Slides, ElevenLabs
OTHER STORYLINE SAMPLES
ADDIE TAB INTERACTION
Tab interactions help manage cognitive load by presenting one chunk of information at a time. This example shows how a simple project can be both educational and visually appealing.
Storyline Functionalities
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Adding text-to-speech for accessibility
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Adding and renaming slides and scenes
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Adding and modifying text and shapes
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Creating interactivity with slides, layers, states, and triggers
FINAL ASSESSMENT
This final assessment evaluates whether learners have achieved specific learning objectives: "Identify which phases of ADDIE an instructional design task is associated with."
Storyline Functionalities
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Number variables
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Reporting quiz data to LMS via a SCORM package
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A randomized 10-question bank to prevent memorization
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Actionable feedback for correct and incorrect answers
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SCORM-compliance and LMS integration to track learner performance
CUSTOM MENU
This interactive custom menu highlights learner choice, allowing users to control the order in which they engage with content.
Storyline Functionalities
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Importing PowerPoint and Storyline files and adding entrance animations
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Creating text entry fields and adding conditions to triggers
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Using text variables and using true / false variables to track section completion
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Changing states based on user progress
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Locked wrap-up content to ensure all sections are completed first
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Visually appealing buttons that update states with completion checkmarks
SCENARIO-BASED LEARNING
Audience: International employees at an American nonprofit
Learning Goal: Make polite requests at work
Targeted Skill: Bilingual communication
Duties: Instructional design, elearning development, needs analysis, action mapping, storyboarding, visual design, text-to-speech and sound effects
Tools Used:Storyline, Notion, Canva, Mindmeister, Google Slides, ElevenLabs
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MICROLEARNING
Audience: Farm workers in Central Virginia
Learning Goal: Scan documents
using the iPhone
Targeted Skill: Digital literacy
Duties: Instructional design, elearning development, evaluation, text-to-speech
Tools Used: Rise 360, Canva, Speechify
MULTI-LESSON COURSE
Audience: Community members and organizations in New York City
Learning Goal: Prevent and respond to an opioid overdose
Targeted Skill: Harm reduction and emergency response
Duties: Instructional design, elearning development, storyboard, visual design, voiceover
Tools Used: Rise 360, Canva, Google Slides, Speechify, Picsart, Illustrator
FEATURED PROJECTS
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SCENARIO-BASED LEARNING
Audience: International employees at an American nonprofit
Learning Goal: Make polite request at work
Targeted Skill: Bilingual communication
Duties: Instructional design, elearning development, needs analysis, action mapping, storyboarding, visual design, text-to-speech and sound effects
Tools Used: Storyline, Notion, Canva, Mindmeister, Google Slides, ElevenLabs
MULTI-LESSON COURSE
Audience: Community members and organizations in New York City
Learning Goal: Prevent and respond to an opioid overdose
Targeted Skill: Harm reduction and emergency response
Duties: Instructional design, elearning development, storyboard, visual design, voiceover
Tools Used: Rise 360, Canva, Google Slides, Speechify, Picsart, Illustrator
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Eddie Imm
Board Member
A1 LANGUAGE
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Karen Alvarado
Project Coordinator
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
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Vanessa Hale
Executive Director
CENTRAL VIRGINIA FARM WORKERS INIATIATIVE
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
More About Me
WILSON TOSTA (he/him)
I'm a passionate learning experience designer with 8 years of experience. I've worked across various industries, including higher education and nonprofits. My skills in instructional design, project management, multicultural communication, and learning technologies have enabled me to create impactful learning solutions for diverse adult audiences. I'm currently revamping the training programs at a financial institution with 400+ employees by introducing new ways of learning and transforming instructor-led training into scalable, engaging, and interactive elearning experiences for current staff and new hires.
Experience
Grameen America
Training & Development Senior Associate
March 2024 -- Present
A1 LANGUAGE
Chief Learning Experience Officer
January 2021 -- March 2024
New York University
Trainer & Project Coordinator
May 2022 -- May 2023
University of Virginia
Linguistic Education Specialist
May 2019 -- August 2020
The Cavalier Daily
Spanish Translation Editor
January 2019 -- December 2019
Northern Virginia Community College
Personalized Learning Facilitator
July 2016 -- August 2018
American Girl
Customer Service Associate
December 2015 -- January 2017
Cyclone Anaya's Restaurant
Host
August 2014 -- December 2015
Education
University of Virginia
Linguistics
Bachelor's Degree
Devlin Peck
Instructional Design and E-learning Development
Bootcamp
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Instructional Design
Foundations & Applications
Certificate
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Learning Technologies
Foundations & Applications
Certificate
Project Management
Certificate
LinkedIn Learning
Build Your Skills as an Instructional Designer
Certificate
LinkedIn Learning
Getting Started as a Project Manager
Certificate
University of Virginia
Teaching English as a Second Language
Certificate
Technical Skills
Instructional design
E-learning development
Curriculum design
Instructor-led training delivery
Adult learning theories and models
Project management
Blended learning
Flipped classroom
Training program design
Needs analysis
Storyboarding/content creation
Visual design
Text-to-speech
Content editing
Video editing
Performance assessment
Design thinking
Professional development
Data collection and analysis
Risk management
Database development and maintenance
English-Spanish Translation
Protocol development
Outreach and relationship building
Linguistics and second language acquisition
Lesson planning
Customer market research
Micro-learning
Learning objectives
Scenario-based learning
Rapid prototyping
Continuous employee engagement and development
Software
Articulate Storyline 360
Articulate Rise 360
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Firefly
Canva
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office
Trello
Notion
Qualtrics
Box
Calendly
Speechify
ElevenLabs
Backboard
Canvas
Picsart
Mindmeister
Figma
Zoom
ChatGPT
Editor X
Google Classroom
Google Cloud
ADP
Litmos
Vyond
Education
University of Virginia
Linguistics
Bachelor's Degree
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Instructional Design
Foundations & Applications
Certificate
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Instructional Design
Foundations & Applications
Certificate
Project Management
Certificate
LinkedIn Learning
Build Your Skills as an Instructional Designer
Certificate
LinkedIn Learning
Getting Started as a Project Manager
Certificate
University of Virginia
Teaching English as a Second Language
Certificate
Software
Articulate Storyline 360
Articulate Rise 360
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Firefly
Canva
Google Workspace
Microsoft Office
Trello
Notion
Qualtrics
Box
Calendly
Speechify
ElevenLabs
Backboard
Canvas
Picsart
Mindmeister
Figma
Zoom
ChatGPT
Editor X
Technical Skills
Instructional design
E-learning development
Curriculum design
Training delivery
Adult learning theories and models
Project management
Blended learning
Flipped classroom
Program design
Needs assessment
Storyboarding
Visual design
Text-to-speech
Content editing
Video editing
Performance assessment
Design thinking
Professional development
Data collection and analysis
Risk management
Database development and maintenance
English-Spanish Translation
Protocol development
Outreach and relationship building
Linguistics and second language acquisition
Languages
English (fluent)
Spanish (fluent)
Italian (conversational)
Korean (basic reading)
Python (beginner, coding language)
Languages
English (fluent)
Spanish (fluent)
Italian (conversational)
Korean (basic reading)
Python (beginner)
SMALL STORYLINE PROJECTS
SOFTWARE SIMULATION
This project demonstrates my ability to create engaging, technical software simulations, showcasing skills in timeline management, interactivity, and accessibility.
Storyline Functionalities
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Integrated and Try Mode options
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SCORM Compliance
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Adding hotspots
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Adding markers
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Adding narration
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Syncing on-screen elements with narration
SCENARIO-BASED LEARNING
This story-driven project immerses learners in realistic workplace situations where their choices directly impact outcomes in a risk-free environment.
Storyline Functionalities:
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Adding smooth transitions, exit animations, and branching scenarios
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Adding a success meter that changes based on question success
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Showing custom result based on number of correct responses
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Tracking user responses with variables
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Showing custom results based on user responses
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Storytelling with dialogue
I'm impressed with how Wilson approaches learning design challenges. He takes a holistic approach, never losing sight of the overarching needs of the learners. Further, Wilson is careful to examine the learning need deeply which allows him to create learning experiences that truly lead to improvement of specific skills by the learners. This strategy results in beautifully designed and highly effective learning experiences that are results-driven.
SCOTT SCHMIDT
eLearning Developer
& Bootcamp Pro
Devlin Peck Consulting
It was a pleasure working with Wilson, who served as our Learning Experience Designer. Wilson played a key role in supporting our department in developing interactive modules that enhanced our training programs, making them more dynamic and effective. Throughout the process, he demonstrated professionalism and a keen attention to detail, ensuring that our specific training needs were met. His expertise in the field was evident, and it contributed significantly to the excellent outcome. We would like to express our gratitude for his outstanding work and support.
JESSICA RIVAS
Technology Training Manager
Grameen America
Partnering with Wilson as co-training facilitators and project coordinators was an unforgettable and transformative experience. His expertise in crafting impactful training materials and his unparalleled attention to detail set a benchmark I carry forward in my work. Wilson’s collaborative nature and unique ability to inspire creativity made every session both engaging and highly productive. The knowledge and skills I gained from our collaboration have significantly influenced my approach to content creation and professional development. It was truly an honor to work alongside him.
KAREN ALVARADO
Training Facilitator
& Project Coordinator
New York University