SUMMARY: Experience in E-Learning, media development and knowledge management. Passion lies in using cutting-edge technologies and practices to advance the possibilities of education and the capabilities of the learner.
CLEARANCE: SECRET
EDUCATION:
MASTER OF EDUCATION, INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT
George Mason University Fairfax, VA
Spring 2010 – Present
BACHELOR’S OF ARTS, HISTORY
Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA
August 2003- December 2007
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
LEARNING ARCHITECT LEADER/ INSTRUCTIONAL SYSTEMS DESIGNER
COMPUTER SCIENCES CORPORATION (CSC) Alexandria, VA
March 2008 – Present
• Work collaboratively to plan, design and develop web-based training courseware from analysis to delivery.
• Responsibilities include: defining objective and scope of learning, working with subject matter experts, developing scripts and storyboards, writing lessons and creating multimedia content.
• Write content including: objectives, evaluation questions, summaries, and outlines.
• Create and manage wikis, schedules, course design style guides and other management documents.
• Develop multimedia including graphics, flash based simulations, and audio.
• Experience working with Federal Government clients. Specific projects include:
- Supporting DAU by designing and developing critical web-based training with a quick turn-around and strict accessibility and 508 compliance requirements. Providing long term knowledge management solutions for the largest corporate university.
- Supporting DFAS by designing and developing several key web-based training courses on a short deadline to prepare for BRAC. Project received the 2009 President’s Award, CSC’s highest level of recognition for continued innovation and customer satisfaction.
DEVELOPMENT MANAGER/ INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
AIDAN LEARNING INSTITUTE, LLC Springfield, VA
July 2007 – February 2008
• Lead design and development of several of the company’s key educational and language services and products from conception through launch.
• Integrated traditional language training with technology by leveraging internet tools, real-time “white boards,” live video feeds, and web-based exams and quizzes for effective distance education.
• Created critical training programs by analyzing individual job functions, establishing learning objectives, and designing a training program. Followed up with evaluation for all employees to assess mastery of learning objectives.
WEB CONTENT DEVELOPER
AZURE INTERACTIVE MEDIA DESIGN GROUP, INC Richmond, VA
July 2004 – August 2006
• Responsible for development, coordination, and completion of projects. Oversaw various aspects of projects including schedules, teams, cost, sourcing, and communications.
• Lead several teams to develop interactive content using multiple technology platforms including flash based videos and podcasts.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS:
• MS-Office, MS-Project, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Contribute
• E-Learning Tools: Camtasia, Webex, Adobe Captivate, Engage Studio
• Member, American Society for Training and Development (ASTD), 2008-2009
• Fluent in the following languages: English, Hindi and Urdu
