Robert Kotsch

Technical Learning Engineer &
Creative Technologist.

I design and build interactive systems that make complex technical subjects understandable—combining instructional design, software development, real-time 3D and AI-supported workflows.

Make complex systems understandable.

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About

Engineering learning for complex systems

I'm Robert Kotsch, a technical builder specializing in learning. Since 2009, I have designed and produced around 60 digital learning courses, primarily for technical, regulatory, and safety-related subjects. At chemmedia AG, where I have worked since 2016, I combine instructional design with software development, 3D visualization, and production automation.

Not every subject fits into slides or a standard authoring tool. When the material calls for it, I build interactive simulations, reusable HTML5 learning assets, 3D explanations, and supporting production tools. Recent examples include a browser-based braiding-machine simulation for textile trainees and technical product visualizations for Märklin special-edition models.

AI is integrated throughout my workflow—from brainstorming, research, workshop and meeting preparation to production, localization, quality assurance, and support. I use it to structure complex material, analyze hundreds of participant responses, transcribe speech, localize content into more than a dozen languages, and automate repetitive production tasks. I remain responsible for the decisions, verification, technical quality, and final delivery.

Skills & Tools

Learning Design & Platforms

  • Articulate Storyline
  • Articulate Rise
  • Knowledgeworker Create
  • SCORM
  • xAPI
  • ADDIE
  • Backward Design
  • Rapid Prototyping

Development

  • JavaScript
  • TypeScript
  • Python
  • React
  • Vite
  • Three.js
  • WebGL
  • HTML5/CSS

3D & Media

  • Houdini
  • Blender
  • Substance Painter
  • Unity
  • Unreal Engine
  • After Effects
  • Illustrator
  • Photoshop
  • InDesign

AI & Automation

  • LLM Integration
  • Local/Self-Hosted AI
  • AI Agents & Multi-Agent Systems
  • RAG
  • Speech-to-Text with Whisper
  • Text Classification and Sentiment Analysis
  • AI-Supported Localization
  • Workflow Automation

Industries

Industries I've created learning and media products for

  • Automotive & Mobility

    Mercedes-Benz · MAN · BMW · Porsche

  • Industrial & Mechanical Engineering

    STM Minerals · Märklin · Schöck · Pfisterer · Vögele

  • Healthcare & Pharma

    Deutsche Krebshilfe · Sartorius · Eisai · Astellas · DDH-M

  • Education & Workforce Learning

    Textiltrainer · BFW Nürnberg · Authoring-tool training

  • Retail, Service & Hospitality

    Media-Saturn · Kaufland · Apollo-Optik · AIDA Culinary

  • Compliance, Safety & Cybersecurity

    Projects for Mercedes-Benz and MAN

Contact

Let's build something

Have a project in mind, or a role I might be a good fit for? Drop me a line — I'll get back to you quickly.