RUCHIR BAKSHI
Columbia,MD
Summary
Resourceful and innovative Instructional Designer with over 18 years of experience in e-learning and curriculum development for a wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Offering an insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired business outcomes for clients. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Systems Designer
Team Carney Inc
Arlington, VA
10.2020 - Current
- Designed new, maintained existing course materials, and supported implementation for over 60 courses. Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency. Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
- Delivered job analysis following principles of instructional design to offer successful mentoring. Created and maintained curricula, researched topics, and conceptualized course format, subject matter, and presentations.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation based on available resources to meet client design goals.
- Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Key contributor in client move from SAKAI LMS to custom Moodle-based LMS.
Senior Instructional Designer
DTS Inc
Arlington, VA
03.2019 - 07.2020
- Responsible for asset design planning, management and implementation post-development. Provided extensive training asset design and content updates to existing outdated courses, and designed new training assets to best match client needs and outcome requirements. Provided design guidance and suggestions to the client to ensure the most appropriate training product development. Training products ranged from basic PowerPoint/Google slides, e-learning courses, multi-media productions and other formats such as Vyond, and others.
- Piloted and converted brick and mortar classrooms into web-based e-learning courses. Planned and initiated training outlines and online instruction modules by conducting task and learner analyses. Attended regular project team meetings to provide regular status updates on activities and identify any issues or challenges. Developed thorough design documents and training plans utilizing effective instructional methods. Developed course outlines, documentation and assessment strategies to maintain instructional design direction.
- Worked with subject matter experts to identify target audience's training needs. Collaborated with senior stakeholders and web design teams to develop courses based on adult learning principles. Identified resource needs to meet instructional design objectives, including staff and independent contractors. Conducted QA checks for all instructional media to verify instructionally sound content. Converted course power points and outdated course material into interactive computer-based courses. Generated course material and curricula based on student-centered learning. Consulted with clients to define program development and instructional design needs. Orchestrated over a 10 new courses to meet instructional needs.
- Developed thorough design documents and training plans utilizing effective instructional methods.
Training Development Consultant
CACI Inc
Arlington, VA
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Guided in application of ADDIE training development methodology in active, agile / SCRUM environment. Served as SME for project-wide planning and implementation of audio narration recording processes for all learning products. When required, performed hands-on development of SCORM compliant online training course content in PeopleSoft ERP environment, within Agile process framework.
- Provided training to over 40 training designers and developers for test question creation methods. Monitored resource allocation, budget development and personnel recruitment for multiple projects. Partnered with business teams and IT personnel to align project goals with business strategy and define project milestones. Processed contributions and sent out acknowledgments. Monitored all aspects of products, including pricing and legal requirements.
- Directed product development efforts using industry-specific tools to increase sales and overall company productivity. Defined and integrated roles, responsibilities and processes for business team and data management organization. Tracked and analyzed reports to determine needed improvements. Evaluated performance and policies against metrics. Generated reports of findings to help management with making key decisions.
Senior Training Consultant
CGI Federal
Columbia, MD
07.2015 - 12.2017
- Designed new and maintained around 6 existing e-learning projects for Federal Government client in highly classified environment. Administered client’s training division workflow. Updated existing courseware, responded to client needs and requests.
- Guided training attendees through training process and assigned lab work. Maintained training metrics, updated records, and organized future training events as per client needs, resources, and scheduling requirements.
- Developed new training programs such as online modules, interactive software, language labs and online programs and provided ongoing training to staff. Created curricula, instructions, documents and written tests for various types of training courses. Created and implemented new training initiatives such as online modules, interactive software, language labs and online programs, assuring continuous training to employees to promote long-term excellence. Monitored day-to-day activities of organization and employees, noting areas needing improvement and implementing plans for rectification.
Senior Management Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton
Voorhees, NJ
03.2013 - 06.2015
- Analyzed existing client systems; designed, implemented and adapted training solutions that included best practices. Improved training applicability and effectiveness by maintaining over 8 existing projects and designing 3 new projects for the client. Led meetings, partnered with colleagues to develop strategies, planned time and resources, and ensured timely project completion. Researched training areas to ensure currency; developed, redesigned/refocused training programs to meet changing client requirements. Employed audio-visual technology to design and present training materials.
- Created and optimized records management strategies to coordinate and protect information. Increased employee satisfaction and motivation through training classes, meetings and special workshops. Helped develop proactive and successful business policies to meet changing demands. Leveraged on-site observation and personal interviews to identify team and individual strengths.
- Evaluated diverse organizational systems to identify workflow, communication and resource utilization issues. Improved communication at all levels and transformed company culture into more productive atmosphere. Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations. Produced detailed and relevant reports for use in making business decisions.
Supervisory Training Instructor
Department Of Defense
Fort Huachuca, AZ
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Led up to 40 individuals, designed, developed and maintained all classified and unclassified course materials; planned and implemented instruction aligned with standards and goals. Oriented, assigned, and monitored employees; conducted team and participated in senior management meetings. Compiled, tracked, and reported on metrics as well as course and team development. Coached and developed team members.
- Tracked attendance and progress against goals for each participant. Recorded and edited videos for use in later courses. Identified and proactively solved internal problems related to employee turnover by revamping training approaches. Gathered and organized supplementary material to support structured lessons. Recognized and tapped talented staff to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
- Scheduled and taught in class to increase learning opportunities. Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity. Coached junior training staff on correct procedures and optimization strategies. Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
Human Intelligence Collector
United States Army
Worldwide
09.1996 - 10.2004
- Volunteered to be deployed to Afghanistan, and later to Iraq under Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom. Collected information about enemy strengths, movements and activities by conducting over 100 strategic interrogations, and over 40 force protection interviews. Created intelligence products to support field operations.
- Supervised gathering, review and dissemination of intelligence information from human sources while cross-referencing information from other types of intelligence sources. Applied new and advanced tools and techniques to intelligence cycle, addressing complex challenges with emphasis on efficient intelligence data collection and visualization.
- Reported on highly time-sensitive matters of both tactical and national strategic values through proper chain of command. Produced multi-source intelligence reports. Provided advanced intelligence collection and linguistic assistance toward force protection missions.
- Volunteered for providing tactical intelligence collection assistance in ongoing combat zones, highly volatile civilian areas, as well as remote secure facilities.
Education
Master of Arts - Management & Human Resources
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Education
Associate of Science - Intelligence Operations
Diplôme De Langue Française - French Language And Literature
Skills
- Organizational performance
- Curriculum design
- Course material creation
- Training program development
- Industry best practices
- Implementation support
- Learning strategies
- Project organization
- Problem resolution
- Relationship development
- Advanced Video and Audio Editing
- Learning Management System
- Task Analysis
- MS Office
- Course management
- Critical Thinking
- G-Suite
- Planning and Coordination
Volunteer Service
- Member, Rapid Response Team (RRT), South Asians for America
On the RRT, the job includes researching social media, news websites, journalists, and key political figures to capture issues pertinent to the South Asian population, and then create digital products to enhance or counter the narrative as necessary. - Digital Strategist, South Asians for Biden
On the organization's National Leadership Team, volunteered for the Communications and Rapid Response teams, before the 2020 Presidential elections. Work tasks included performing online media and social website analyses about current news and events and creating newsletter articles, advertisements, and related multi-media products for nation-wide release. Assisted in the Georgia runoff elections for Jon Ossoff and Reverend Warnock. - Dharma Ambassador, Hindu American Foundation
Serving as a "Dharma Ambassador" trained and certified by the Hindu American Foundation provide outreach and information about Hinduism to interfaith groups, public or private schools, and anywhere else requested. All information complies with the 1st Amendment. - Vice-Chair, Howard County Public Schools Social Studies Advisory Board
As the Vice-Chair on the HCPSS Social Studies Advisory Board and as a subject matter expert on Hinduism, research and verify learning content from middle school and above grades' textbooks that discuss Hinduism. Offer 1st Amendment compliant presentations on Hinduism to public schools upon request from the school administration. - Board Member, South Asian Military Family Support Network (SAMFSN)
SAMFSN Inc is a start-up non-profit 501 3(c) tax-exempt organization, supported, and operated by a team of dedicated volunteers. The organization mission is as follows:
* Mobilize South Asian resources to support our Veterans and Military Families.
* Help to Advance cultural diversity within the U.S Military.
* Provide Civilian Transition Services to veterans - Member, Maryland Council for Social Studies
The Maryland Council for Social Studies (MDCSS) is dedicated to promoting and supporting social studies education in Maryland and the United States. MDCSS works to build a community of social studies educators in the state of Maryland and, through this network, advance cultural understanding, respect for human differences, and an appreciation of diversity. MDCSS provides high-quality professional development and instructional resources for Maryland social studies teachers and works to recognize excellence in social studies instruction at the elementary, middle, and high school levels.
Additional Information
- Founder, The Happiness Project with Ruchir Bakshi, 2022 - Present
Starting operations and building a community both online and eventually in person. Our mission is to provide all possible resources, in a religiously and culturally appropriate manner to the Indian-American and South Asian communities for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other mental health issues to try and stop victims from harming themselves or their loved ones. - Co-Founder, Video Editor & Web Producer, SwarMatters, 2020 - Present
Create, edit, and maintain audio-visual content for the SwarMatters YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/swarmatters - Co-Founder, Indian Classical Music School of Columbia, LLC, 2018 - Present
Oversee and direct all activities related to planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of organizational learning management needs. This involves managing the Google Classroom LMS in conjunction with the general organizational website. Work also involves developing and maintaining audio-visual training products, course content, and data on the LMS, while maintaining all LMS records and documentation in accordance with established requirements.
Awards
- Achievement Medal for Civilian Service, Department of the Army, 2013
- Joint Service Commendation Medal, U.S. Army, 2002
- Joint Service Achievement Medal, U.S. Army, 2004
- Meritorious Unit Commendation Medal, U.S. Army, 2002
- Army Commendation Medal, U.S. Army, 2002
- Multiple additional U.S. Army medals received from 1996 to 2002
- Combat Veteran, U.S. Army, Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom, 2002-2004
Affiliations
- CEB Learning & Development Leadership Council
- The eLearning Guild
- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
- Veterans of Foreign Wars
Languages
- English
- Gujarati
- Hindi
- French
- Urdu
- Marathi
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Instructional Systems Designer - Team Carney Inc
10.2020 - Current
Senior Instructional Designer - DTS Inc
03.2019 - 07.2020
Training Development Consultant - CACI Inc
01.2018 - 03.2019
Senior Training Consultant - CGI Federal
07.2015 - 12.2017
Senior Management Consultant - Booz Allen Hamilton
03.2013 - 06.2015
Supervisory Training Instructor - Department Of Defense
01.2009 - 01.2013
Human Intelligence Collector - United States Army
09.1996 - 10.2004
Wayland Baptist University - Master of Arts, Management & Human Resources
Wayland Baptist University - Bachelor of Science, Occupational Education
Cochise College - Associate of Science, Intelligence Operations
Alliance Francaise De Paris - Diplôme De Langue Française, French Language And Literature
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