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Francis David

@francisdavid

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Seasoned L&D leader with a focus on impactful learning programs.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters innovation in learning design and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a seasoned Learning and Development leader with over 15 years of experience in designing and delivering impactful learning programs that drive performance and align with business goals. Throughout my career, I have led instructional design and training teams across both corporate and educational sectors, successfully delivering over 100 learning programs that improved productivity by 35% and boosted learner performance by 22%. My expertise lies in e-learning development, curriculum strategy, and data-informed design, always focusing on practical, results-driven solutions.

In my current role as Lead Instructional Designer at Academian Inc, I have transitioned from a contractual position to a full-time employee, where I lead end-to-end instructional design for immersive courseware and manage a team of instructional designers. My previous experience at Sutherland Global Services allowed me to design and deliver e-learning modules and interactive materials, significantly reducing training costs and enhancing learner satisfaction. I am passionate about driving innovation in learning strategies and continuously improving the quality and effectiveness of educational content.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Lead Instructional Designer

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Academian Inc

May 2025 - Present (2 months)

Converted from a contractual role to a Full Time Employee. Led end-to-end instructional design for immersive courseware, standards mapping, and performance-based learning solutions across U.S.-aligned curricula.

Instructional Design Curriculum Development Quality Assurance Agile Project Management SCORM

Lead Instructional Designer

Greenleaf Consultancy

Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)

Led end-to-end instructional design for immersive courseware, standards mapping, and performance-based learning solutions across U.S.-aligned curricula. Managed a team of instructional designers, implementing quality assurance processes and standardizing ID templates to improve scalability and learning impact.

Instructional Design Quality Assurance Curriculum Development Agile Project Management SCORM

Lead Instructional Designer | Training Lead

Sutherland Global Services

Nov 2016 - Present (8 years 8 months)

Designed and delivered e-learning modules, interactive videos, and instructor-led materials that reduced training costs by 12% and improved learner satisfaction scores. Led Agile-based design sprints, accelerating content delivery by 15% and improving project throughput.

E Learning Agile Methodologies Instructional Design Curriculum Development Learning Analytics Articulate 360 Adobe Captivate

Guest Lecturer

Freelance

Aug 2015 - Present (9 years 11 months)

Created and delivered over 20 courses in technology and communication for higher education and K-12 audiences. Led over 50 sessions focused on applied learning strategies that improved student competency by 30%.

Curriculum Development Public Speaking Educational Technology K 12 Education Higher Education

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Great Lakes Executive Learning

PG Program, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Currently pursuing a program in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, focusing on advanced concepts and applications in AI. Developing skills in machine learning algorithms and their practical implementation.

University of Texas at Austin

Post Graduate Program, Data Science and Business Analytics

Completed a comprehensive program focusing on data science principles and business analytics applications. Gained expertise in leveraging data for strategic decision-making and business insights.

Christian Medical College and Hospital

Diploma, Nursing

Completed a diploma program in Nursing, gaining foundational knowledge and practical skills in healthcare. Focused on patient care, medical procedures, and health management.