Steven Sickles (919) 710-5805 •
[email protected] • https://stxlstudios.artstation.com/ Senior Lead Learning Solutions Designer Proficient Designer/Artist with 20-plus years of development on eLearning, serious games and simulation projects. Contributed to the design and production of over 20 learning and entertainment applications for commercial, government, and medical institutions. Key skills include: ● Interactive Design ● VR, AR, XR ● Animation ● Visual Design ● Unreal Engine 4 ● Concept Art ● User Interface Design ● Unity Game Engine ● 3D modeling/sculpting RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Relias, Morrisville, NC MANAGER OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY (Oct 2019 – Present) Manage a team of instructional technologists and lead development of learning modules in health care verticals using Storyline 360 and Xyleme. Coordinate with writers, content project managers, curriculum designers, and product managers to deliver high quality learning solutions. Initiate innovative interactive learning solutions using higher end technology including VR, AR, serious games, and simulations. Develop and implement process improvements and job aids. Center for Innovation in Pharmacy Simulation (CIPS), University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC TECHNICAL ART DIRECTOR (May 2016 – September 2019) Direct and lead all development of visual assets on projects running through CIPS. Translate client needs to visual design and final visual experience. Aid in the instructional design of various learning solutions. Create high quality 3D assets and animations. Visually design 3D characters, environments, and User Interface. Work with multi-disciplinary team to design and develop products. Estimate project time and costs. In-person meeting with clients and SMEs to determine project goals and requirements. Notable accomplishments: ● NXHUMAN simulation using Natural Language Processing and procedural facial animations. ● Research and develop art process for VR, AR, XR experiences.