Director - Learning Design and Strategy

• May 2019 - Present

At ZISPL, we specialize in developing Learning and Development solutions for our customers that go beyond just imparting training on a topic. We aim to build Learning and Development programs that provide our customers a competitive edge in their respective fields. ZISPL follows a unique approach towards building learning solutions by ensuring the right blend of relevant content, instructional design, and technology. Our team of technical specialists develops custom eLearning courses. We place a strong emphasis on developing user-centric solutions against the title-centric alternatives set by the industry. We experiment with gamification, micro-learning, video-based learning, and blended learning to develop outcome-oriented models for organizations to increase user experience. Show less

Head - Instructional Design, Strategy, and Operations

• Jul 2018 - Apr 2019

Instructional Design Consultant

• Mar 2017 - Jun 2018

Independently managed multiple small and large-scale projects. Some featured solutions developed include blended learning, scenario-based learning, technical documentation, and gamification. Independently managed multiple small and large-scale projects. Some featured solutions developed include blended learning, scenario-based learning, technical documentation, and gamification.

Manager - Content Development

• Nov 2010 - Dec 2016

As a Senior Consultant at NIIT, my responsibilities in various domains included the following:Analysis, Design, and Development• Perform training analysis and logical designing of the courses in a curriculum.• Formalize standards and guidelines to be followed in the creation of any instructional material.• Design templates for developing course material.• Interact with product engineers and subject matter experts to extract content.• Develop instructional content (ILTs and WBTs) with instructional flow, clarity of intent, and technical accuracy.• Present content per the required writing and presentation style, depending on client specifications.• Visualize graphics and simulations for content.• Test instructional content for technical validity and functionality.• Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the smooth functioning of projects.• Ensure timely progress of the project as per defined SLAs pertaining to cost, scope, and quality.• Mentor and coach team members and manage vendors.Project Management• Quality planning• Task scheduling and monitoring• Risk analysis/management• Configuration management• Standards management• Client/SME communicationPeople Management• Mentoring• Competency development• Competency evaluation• Perform performance reviews• Hiring/interviews Show less

Consultant

• Oct 2006 - Oct 2010

As a Consultant, I was involved in designing and developing training (ILT and WBT) for various technology customers. I have worked as an independent contributor in most of the projects executed in this role.

Development Executive

• Jan 2005 - Sep 2006

In this role, I was majorly involved in content development for various technology customers.

Intern

• Jul 2004 - Dec 2004