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Frequently asked questions

The budget for a learning experience can vary a great deal depending on the scope, timeline, and complexity, to name a few.

A 5 minute bespoke learning experience with full instructional design typically starts at $16,000 but can be as much as $40,000+ for 30 minutes. It depends on what you need.

I can take on new projects with about 2 weeks to a months notice. Urgent work will include additional charges.

As I work alone, I can be booked up in advance, so please give me as much notice as possible so we can lock in the development of your learning content.

A learning experience development timeline varies on the project’s scope and how well we communicate.

Typically, my projects from kick off to implementation take between 2-3 months to complete but can take longer based on communication, scope, and revision cycles.

I am deeply passionate about social justice and excel at creating impactful compliance training that drives genuine cultural change. I partner with forward-thinking organisations across corporate, government, and non-profit sectors that prioritise ethical standards, employee wellbeing, and social responsibility.

  • Project Alignment: While I work with a broad range of industries, I focus my expertise on sectors that align with my professional values of safety, inclusion, and integrity.

  • Pro Bono Work: I am dedicated to using my skills to support the community. I prioritise pro bono opportunities for initiatives focused on Suicide Awareness, Diversity & Equality, and the empowerment of LGBTQ+ and First Nations communities.

If you are looking for compliance training that is as engaging as it is ethical, or if you have a pro bono project in the areas above, I would love to hear from you.

Over the last five years, I’ve received hundreds of emails from aspiring Freelance Learning Designers asking if I can provide them with mentoring or to offer them opportunities to work with me.

So, I launched a YouTube Channel called The Learning Pro Live, where I live stream and help Learning Designers refine their craft by sharing new skills and showcasing new learning technology.

I also created The Learning Pro Community, which is FREE to join and includes Learning Specialists from accross the globe supporting each other, answering questions and sharing new technology and skills.

What people are saying

Catherine brought advanced skills and creative energy to her work. She demonstrated consistent innovation and a strong collaborative ethos above and beyond any position description.

Steven Curry

Project Officer at Victoria Police

Working with Cath is amazing. She helped us create several eLearning modules and honestly, she nails it every time. The content looked great and was super easy for our teams to follow and take away the key learning outcomes.

Daniel Sutton

Officeworks

Cath is a skilled e-learning designer who likes to push the boundaries of technology. She is an excellent collaborator and an absolute asset in the development of online training content.

Ben Webber

Special Projects at Learning Seat

Working with Cath was a truly collaborative partnership. She took the time to get to know our mission, and her final courses fit our needs perfectly. Her work is creative, engaging, and fun!

Alison Leung

E-Learning Coordinator at Year Up

Cath really listened to our ideas and created a fabulous e-learning product that people are loving. She’s been fantastic to work with!

Ryan Malone

Director, Civicsquare

Cath is an innovator and an amazing creative thinker. If you are looking for someone who is going to make a difference in how you produce your training, I have no hesitation in recommending her.

Scott Dean

CEO, Learning Seat

Cath is incredible to work with—creative, open to feedback, and very communicative. She designed great interactions for our modules and has even been a fantastic coach for our junior designer.

Kailey Cartwright

Director, Training Academy at Year Up

It is no exaggeration to say Cath is one of the most passionate digital learning professionals you will ever meet. She consistently pushes the envelope with new technologies to create outstanding learning outcomes.

Bianca Frost

Senior Instructional Designer at Learning Seat

Cath’s passion for eLearning is second to none. She transforms traditional training into innovative solutions designed to reach a much broader and more diverse audience.

Kate Harrap

Executive Director, Learning & Volunteerism at CFA

Cath is an incredibly talented instructional designer with a huge array of skills—from needs analysis to coding. Her passion is hugely valued, and her proactive approach to problem-solving is truly infectious.

Claire Lavin

Product Manager - Library, Learning Seat

Cath’s ability to seek inspiration in all areas of the digital world is astounding. She has an unparalleled thirst for learning and is my go-to colleague for creative solutions to tech challenges.

John Slattery

Senior Instructional Designer at Learning Seat

Cath is an innovative eLearning expert who finds ways to bring complex content to life. Her ability to understand a client’s needs and create engaging content is a real gift.

Gavin Altus

General Manager of Sales & Marketing at Learning Seat

I sat around knowing I needed a website for months before asking Cath, and within days it was done. I can only recommend her wholeheartedly.

Lawrence Akers

Owner, Release Hypnosis

Cath has the ability to shape an idea into beautiful eLearning content. We particularly valued how she worked with us as our vision evolved, creating an engaging and memorable final product.

Andy Rigg

Director, Civicsquare

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I accept a limited number of projects to ensure every client gets my full attention. Let’s chat about what you need.
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I acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the Country on which I live and work.
I honour their enduring connection to land, waters, skies, and community, and pay my deepest respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to emerging leaders.
I recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. This always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land.

About Cath Ellis

Cath Ellis is an eLearning Designer and Developer based out of Melbourne, crafting engaging and effective learning experiences.
ABN: 32 316 313 079
A Queer-Owned Business

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