Services – Matthew Searle: Learning Specialist

Services

A one stop learning shop

I’m a learning specialist with more than 20 years’ experience designing practical, engaging learning experiences that help people build confidence and capability.

When you engage me, you get...me. Want to speak with someone about blended learning design? That's me. Need a facilitator to navigate a tricky workshop? That's me. Looking to transform your learning function with a fresh strategy? That's me.

A one stop learning shop for your project. No buck passing, no 'lost in translation'. I keep it simple because that's what works. Less hassle, less cost, better experience. Products to suit a range of requirements.

I've been told that I'm different from other L&D people. I consider that a feature, not a bug.

20+

Years' Experience

6

Service Areas

20+

Product Types

Instructional Design

Making the complex simple by translating content into learning, via a collaborative design process.

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Video and animation

Efficient, one-stop-shop production of instructional video content that captures attention.

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Training and facilitation

Designing and delivering engaging instructor-led experiences where participants enjoy learning.

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Professional writing

Professional writing that uses the appropriate voice to convey a message and achieve impact.

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Strategies and frameworks

Developing a strategic approach to capability development, aligned to business objectives.

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Coaching and leadership

Coaching and leading teams to broaden capability, deliver results and leave a legacy of growth.

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Instructional Design

As an Instructional Designer, I translate subject matter expertise into accessible, engaging learning solutions.

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eLearning refreshes

A speciality area of mine. I've never met an eLearning module I couldn't improve. Let's transform the effectiveness of your catalogue.

Blended solutions

eLearning, workshops, coaching, video and practical resources all packaged seamlessly into a capability program.

Contemporary design

I combine visual design with thoughtful instructional design to create engaging, inclusive experiences that support real-world application.

Adult learning principles

My work is guided by core principles that remain as relevant today as ever. And there is one principle that matters most - respect.

End-to-end service

From discovery through to analysis, storyboarding, prototyping, deployment and evaluation, I lead the process and deliver a fit for purpose solution.

Recent projects

Contract Partner Induction

A fresh induction module for 4,500 contractors.

Permit to Work Familiarisation

A transformational build in support of a critical safety initiative.

Compliance Program Refresh

A major refresh of an entire compliance training program.

Your Digital Footprint

A memorable and interactive guide to managing your digital footprint.

Training and facilitation

I apply a warm and authentic style, complemented by a facilitation toolkit to achieve my primary aim - a productive experience for an audience.

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Collaborative design

Effective facilitation does not just happen - it requires thoughtful, collaborative design around desired outcomes.

Warm and authentic

While I tweak my technique to suit the audience and outcome, my 'default state' is warm and authentic.

Evaluation in real time

Traditional end-of-session 'happy sheets' don't cut it anymore - if they ever did. I evaluate effectiveness in real time using interactive tools.

Recent projects

Mental Health First Aid

An accredited instructor building mental health awareness in the workplace.

Facilitation Fundamentals

A bespoke professional development program for people needing to build facilitation skills.

Strategies and frameworks

I help organisations build a foundation for culture and capability growth to support business objectives.

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People focused

I create strategies and frameworks that are centred around the people that need them. The systems and processes must support the people, not the other way around.

Setting the standard

Quality learning solutions do not happen by accident - they require standards to be set and maintained. I develop design frameworks that provide designers with those standards.

There's a checklist for that

Having spent decades in the aviation industry, I know the value of checklists. They make learning solution development simpler and more consistent.

Recent projects

Building a Learning Organisation

A three year learning strategy for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

eLearning Development Guide

A design framework for the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

Video and animation

I create instructional video content to make learning clearer, more engaging and easier to remember.

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Creativity meets instruction

Effective instructional video creation requires a broad skillset. I combine visual design, instructional design, storytelling, script writing, animation and voiceover capabilities.

Training in minutes, not hours

Video has the potential to reduce training time (and therefore cost) significantly. Bite size, just-in-time instruction, available on-demand. Did someone say YouTube?

End-to-end service

I manage every stage, turning a concept into a polished finished product in a seamless process.

Recent projects

Vyond Animations

A series of animations supporting initiatives for the Queensland Department of Education.

Professional writing

Drawing on creative, technical and scriptwriting expertise, I transform complex information into compelling learning content.

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For the audience

I tailor every resource to the learners' existing knowledge, role, experience and the real-world situations. This ensures the content is relevant and immediately applicable.

Complex made simple

I specialise in translating technical and procedural content into clear, engaging learning that people can understand and apply with confidence.

Words and visuals

I combine writing with imagery, diagrams and visual storytelling to make content easier to understand, remember and apply.

Recent projects

Getting to know HALO

A quick reference guide to support the adoption of the innovative HALO application at the RFDS.

Soil Management Guidelines

A comprehensive set of easy-to-follow soil guidelines for field workers.

Coaching and leadership

I’m a nurturing leader who sees potential in people - often before they see it in themselves. I help individuals build confidence and capability and bring their best, authentic self to the workplace.

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Project and team leadership

I bring extensive experience leading projects and teams, helping people navigate challenges, build capability and deliver quality work.

Supportive guidance

I create a supportive and encouraging environment where people feel comfortable asking questions, and experimenting with new ideas without fear of judgement.

Personalised coaching

I tailor every coaching experience to the individual's goals, strengths, and level of experience.

Pay it forward

The best leaders are measured not by what they achieve themselves, but by the people they inspire. I'm passionate about empowering the next generation of learning leaders.

Product list

This is not an exhaustive list, but these are the common products I deliver.

If you're looking for something that is not listed here, please get in touch.

eLearning

modules, courses

Workshops

in-person and virtual

Blended learning

online + offline

Presentations

webinars and in-person

Compliance training

modules, programs

Onboarding

modules, programs

Evaluation methodologies

strategy, tools

Learning strategies

consultation, authoring

Development guides

for eLearning

Process documents

procedures, instructions

Web design

pages, sites

Simulations

standalone + embedded

Videos

animated, live action

Graphics

illustrations, posters

Infographics

'clarity on a page'

Just-in-time supports

on-the-job learning aids

Quick reference guides

'clarity on a few pages'

Training manuals

technical, software

Voiceover

Real + AI

Consulting and advice

learning-related