Kashief Gamieldien

Curriculum Vitae Kashief Gamieldien-| - | linkedin.com/in/kashief-gamieldien-649b1535 | Woodstock, CPT, S. Africa WORK EXPERIENCE March 2024 – June 2025 LEARNING SANDBOX Senior Learning Designer Learning Design and Content Development Led end-to-end course production for professional development courses and related resources. Developed bespoke interactive learning assets such as simulations. Facilitated analysis and design workshops to explore learning outcomes, assessment strategies and content design. Applied frameworks such as Gagné’s Nine Events of Instruction and cognitive learning strategies to curriculum and content development, optimising learner engagement and performance. Scripted and structured content, as well as graphic storyboards, in line with the overall learning strategy. Guided junior LDs in creating pedagogically sound content. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement Partnered with the UX and development teams to adapt and finalise the functionality of interactive learning assets for clients. Established effective working relationships with SMEs, guiding them to centre the learner in their decision-making. E-learning Tools and Platforms Applied project-specific learning tools such as H5P to improve interactivity. Leveraged AI to mitigate resource limits and streamline workflows. Ensured all content met accessibility standards, including the development and QA of content for multi-device usability. Sept 2021 – Feb 2024 LEARNING SANDBOX Mid-level Learning Designer Translated academic content into microlearning instructional activities using text, video and infographics. Aligned content with learning outcomes and learners’ language level. Collaborated with graphic and motion designers to ensure that multimedia resources were focused and engaging for all learners. Reviewed visual assets to ensure pedagogical alignment, content clarity and visual consistency. Applied accessibility standards to promote inclusive design. WORK EXPERIENCE (CONT.) Nov 2020 – Aug 2021 Applied pedagogical knowledge and writing skills to develop CONSTRUCT EDUCATION university courses and FutureLearn MOOCs, ensuring structural Learning Designer consistency and alignment with the target learner’s needs. Mastered e-learning tools such as Canvas, Articulate Rise and YellowDig to boost engagement and integrate gamification. Developed pedagogically aligned content in partnership with SMEs. Edited course scripts and resource materials. Jun 2015 – Oct 2020 LARAGH COURSEWARE Instructional Writer Applied instructional design models to create effective learning in legal compliance, leadership and management, digital transformation and personal development. Summarised and reviewed business and personal development books, extracting key insights for the audience. Localised English content for diverse audiences. Prepared video scripts for multilingual adaptation. Trained internal staff in Canvas LMS, content development tools and instructional best practices. Wrote alt text across subjects to meet WCAG standards. EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS 2003 BA, Cultural and Literary Studies (English Studies) UCT 2025: Google UX Design (in progress) 2025: Moodle Admin Basics 2025: Moodle Teaching Basics 2024: Become a Copy Editor & Proofreader 2023: Instructional Design for E-learning 2020: Canvas Basics Online Course REFERENCES Bronwyn Clark | HOD: Learning Design, Learning Sandbox (LSB)-|- Tarryn (Saunders) Love | Lead Writer and LD, previously LSB-