About ME

Kathryn Copeland

Instructional Designer

My diverse background has shaped me into a well-rounded individual who excels in Instructional Design.

Although Instructional Design wasn't my initial career choice, I am confident it is the right and final one for me.

Timeline

The stone buildings with ivy of the University of Guelph

Bachelor of Arts With Honours

I graduated from the University of Guelph with a BAH in Anthropology and a minor in Sociology.

Master of Library & Information Studies

My excellent research skills, love of literature, and urge to help people led me to the Librarian field. I graduated from the University of Toronto in 2007 with an MLIS.

2007

University of Toronto

2005

University of Guelph

2007–2010

Calgary Public Library

2010–2017

Toronto Public Library

2017–2020

No Stone Unturned

Self-Employed Editor and Researcher

I founded my own editing business, where I provided editing and proofreading services for clients preparing to publish their work.

My projects included assisting a student with her Master's thesis, editing an Australian coffee table book, and heavy editing of a non-fiction book on Africa.

A photo of a dictionary entry of "editor"

Librarian

I worked at various branches of the Toronto Public Library system, where I was both a children's and adult librarian. I conducted numerous courses for adult patrons, enriching their learning experiences.

Inside the North York Central Library of Toronto Public Library. Taken on an upper level with a view of staircases

My home branch was North York Central Library – one of two Research & Reference Libraries with six floors.

Youth Services Librarian

I worked as the Youth Services Librarian at Calgary Public Library for three years.

Fish Creek Library, which is part of Calgary Public Library

I worked at one of the largest branches, which happened to be shaped like a pyramid!

2019–2021

University of Leicester

2020–2024

Pangolia, Inc.

2024–Today

Instructional Design

Museum of Arts in Museum Studies

I earned my Master's degree in Museum Studies through a distance learning program at the University of Leicester in England. Unfortunately, I graduated during the COVID-19 quarantine, which limited my opportunities to utilise my degree.

Stone building of the University of Leicester in England

Graphic of the title page of the project "Socialization Training for Volunteer Dog Walkers"

New Career

After being laid off from my writing job, I discovered Instructional Design. Since then, I have been dedicated to researching, learning, and working on my first projects.

My first project but certainly not my last!

A ginger cat staring into a flushing toilet

Content Article Writer

I worked as a Freelance Content Writer for Pangolia for nearly four years. During this time, I specialised in writing about pets, conducted extensive research, and consistently produced at least seven articles weekly.

Click on this photo to read my rather "interesting" article about cats drinking out of toilets.

Resume Stuff

I possess a unique set of skills that set me apart in the Instructional Design field. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for creativity, I craft engaging and effective instructional materials tailored to the adult learner.