Ashish U

About Ashish U

Throughout my professional journey as an Instructional Designer and Program Manager in…

Experience

1. Sr Learning and Development Program Manager

   Applied Materials India

   Oct 2022 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Applied Materials, Inc. is an American corporation that supplies equipment, services and software for the manufacture of semiconductor (integrated circuit) chips for electronics, flat panel displays for computers, smartphones and televisions, and solar products.Roles and Responsibilities : Managing end-to-end Instructor-Led Training (ILT) and Web-based Training (WBT) requirements. Conducting needs analysis to identify potential training gaps and opportunities. Collaborating with leadership teams to launch and implement learning and development programs. Well versed in designing storyboards in MS PowerPoint and MS word formats. Working closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to curate content for ILTs and WBTs. Designing comprehensive course materials, including storyboards with audio scripts, graphics, assessments, knowledge checks, surveys, user guides, and job aids for ILTs and WBTs. Collaborating closely with media production team to review video recordings and providing feedback on edits and changes. Reviewing and providing constructive feedback on storyboards created by juniorInstructional Designers. Developed several information portals through SharePoint for new hire roles. Creating new hire on boarding checklist for various roles. Proficient in authoring content in OpenEdx Learning Management System (LMS) and Content Management System (CMS). Conducting focus group reviews for WBT courses and performing dry runs for ILT sessions. Creating certifications and skill journeys for various new hire roles Updating and refreshing outdated courses with the latest information and industry updates Analysing learning analytics for various learning and development programs and generating reports for management. Drafting promotional emails for learning and development initiatives, including new course announcements and post-training feedback. Managing project-based and mentorship learning programs.

Education

• Canara Pre-University College, Mangalore

  Pre University Certificate, Commerce

  2007 — 2009

• Shri Dharmasthala Manjunateshwara College of Business Management, Mangalore

  Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General

  2009 — 2012

• Vishwamangala High School, Konaje

  High School, SSLC

  2004 — 2007

• Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management

  Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, General

  2012 — 2014

Skills

• Headhunting
• Sourcing
• Analytics
• English
• Recruiting
• Data Management
• Microsoft Word
• Instructional Design
• Microsoft Office
• Manage Client Expectations
• Talent Acquisition
• Information Mapping
• Storyboarding
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Teamwork
• Content Development
• Management