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Alexander Rushton

Taylorsville,PA

Summary

Results-driven Project Manager, PMO with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget through high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Excel at leadership, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration and project success.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager, PMO

Sorenson Communications
Taylorsville, UT
11.2020 - Current
  • Conducted risk management activities such as identification, quantification, response planning and monitoring of risks.
  • Managed cross-functional teams responsible for successful completion of projects and programs according to scope, timeline, budget constraints and quality requirements.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans and status reports.
  • Drove continuous improvement of project delivery process by providing strong leadership.
  • Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.

Training Project Manager

Sorenson Communications
Taylorsville, UT
12.2018 - 11.2020
  • Created course materials such as manuals, handouts, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop relevant courses that meet industry standards.
  • Monitored training activities to ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
  • Developed, implemented, and evaluated training programs.
  • Created testing and evaluation procedures to assess performance before, during and after training sessions.

Lead Trainer

Sorenson Media
Taylorsville, UT
04.2017 - 12.2018
  • Created instructional materials such as handouts, job aids, PowerPoint presentations and online modules.
  • Developed, implemented and evaluated training programs for employees.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify areas where additional or revised training is required.
  • Selected and assigned instructors to conduct training.
  • Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities or program effectiveness.
  • Worked collaboratively across departments and with various stakeholders to deliver comprehensive, effective training sessions.

Training Instructor

Sorenson Communications
Taylorsville, UT
11.2014 - 04.2017
  • Led team building activities designed to enhance communication between trainees and promote collaboration among them.
  • Conducted assessments of trainee performance, providing feedback on areas for improvement.
  • Monitored progress of trainees during classes, adjusting instruction accordingly to maximize learning outcomes.
  • Maintained a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques.
  • Mentored new instructors on teaching strategies and standard procedures.
  • Created and offered additional materials to enhance training.

Captioning Agent

Sorenson Media
Taylorsville, UT
09.2009 - 11.2014
  • Utilized computer software to add closed captions to videos for hearing impaired viewers.
  • Edited captions for accuracy in spelling, grammar, punctuation and readability.
  • Monitored live video content and accurately transcribed spoken words into text.
  • Tested new software applications related to captioning services prior to release.
  • Attended regular team meetings with supervisors, managers, directors discussing any issues related to captions or workflow processes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT

Skills

  • Project management
  • Risk management
  • Budget management
  • Team leadership
  • Project scheduling
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Jira and confluence

Certification

  • Achieved DASM (Disciplined Agile Scrum Master) Certification

Timeline

Project Manager, PMO

Sorenson Communications
11.2020 - Current

Training Project Manager

Sorenson Communications
12.2018 - 11.2020

Lead Trainer

Sorenson Media
04.2017 - 12.2018

Training Instructor

Sorenson Communications
11.2014 - 04.2017

Captioning Agent

Sorenson Media
09.2009 - 11.2014

High School Diploma -

Salt Lake Community College