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Francis David J

Learning Design Architect | L&D Transformation Leader
Turning complex knowledge into structured, usable learning experiences.

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Francis David

Learning Design Architect | L&D Transformation Leader

Designing learning, building better systems, and helping change take shape.

My career has taken me through healthcare, design, technical support, operations, training, instructional design, and learning leadership.

Each role added a different perspective. Some helped me understand people and performance. Others helped me understand systems, technology, communication, and the practical challenges people face at work.

Over time, that experience led me more deeply into learning design.

For me, learning is not just about presenting information clearly. It should help people understand what matters, practise using it, make better decisions, and apply it with confidence.

That thinking continues to guide the work I do today, from reviewing learning structures and digital content to supporting teams, improving quality, and working with SMEs and stakeholders to shape useful learning experiences.

The work has covered corporate learning, higher education, K–12, technology, customer operations, and professional learning programmes, but the goal has remained fairly consistent: make complex information easier to understand and more useful in practice.

Resume

Resume

Education
University of Texas at Austin

Postgraduate Program in Data Science and Business Analytics

2024 – 2025

Built a stronger foundation in data analysis, business problem-solving, visualisation, and evidence-based decision-making.

Great Lakes Executive Learning

PG in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

2024 – 2025

Developed an understanding of AI, machine learning, emerging technologies, and their practical application in business and learning environments.

Bachelor of Arts in Education

In Progress

Strengthening the academic foundation supporting curriculum development, instructional practice, and learner-centred education.

Christian Medical College and Hospital

Diploma in Nursing

2001 – 2004

Developed an early foundation in communication, structured practice, responsibility, and supporting people in high-stakes environments.

Certifications
  • Foundations of Project Management, Google / Coursera
  • Microlearning Design, Articulate 360 / Sutherland
  • Learning Technologies Foundations and Applications, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign / Coursera
Professional Experience
Lumina Datamatics

Senior Manager, Instructional Design

Sep 2025 – Present

Lead instructional design delivery across higher education, professional learning, and digital course-development programmes.

Guide teams on learning architecture, content treatment, storyboards, assessments, quality review, and production readiness.

Work with SMEs, reviewers, editors, project teams, and client stakeholders to turn complex source material into clear, structured learning experiences.

Sutherland Global Services

Lead Instructional Designer and New Hire Training Lead

Nov 2016 – Dec 2024

Created curriculum blueprints, assessment banks, onboarding guides, and reusable learning resources.

Supported the standardisation of instructional materials across programmes and helped make delivery more consistent and scalable.

Greenleaf Consultancy

Lead Instructional Designer, Contract

Nov Jan 2025–May 2025

Created curriculum blueprints, assessment banks, onboarding guides, and reusable learning resources.

Supported the standardisation of instructional materials across programmes and helped make delivery more consistent and scalable.

Awards & Recognition
Annual HR APAC Award

Extraordinary Contribution

2021

Recognised for exceptional contribution to training, team support, and business performance.

Platinum Award for People

People management

2016–2018

Recognised for consistent contribution to people development, collaboration, and team performance.

Best Trainer Award

AT&T & DIRECTV Programs

JFM 2022 and FY 2023

Recognised for training delivery, learner support, and overall training performance.

Stellar Success Award, Merit

AT&T & DIRECTV Programs

Q1 2021

Recognised for strong performance and contribution to business outcomes.

Top Performer - Sales and Support

AT&T ConnecTech

2016–2017

Recognised for performance across customer support and sales.

Core Competencies
Tools & Platforms
Authoring
Media
Learning Platforms
Productivity
AI Solutions
Language Skills

Advanced professional proficiency, CEFR C1

Career Highlights
  • Led multi-client instructional design delivery across higher education, professional learning, and digital course development
  • Managed three instructional project teams with 35+ instructional designers and SMEs
  • Standardised 50+ modular learning resources and reusable asset libraries
  • Created 20+ courses and reusable instructional blueprints
  • Authored 40+ knowledge-base and troubleshooting documents

Portfolio

Portfolio

More Work Coming Soon

Additional case studies are being prepared and will be added shortly. These projects will highlight the thinking, design process, and decisions behind each learning solution, not just the final deliverable.

Upcoming Portfolio Items

  • Introduction to Logging & ELK Stack
  • Fundamental Analysis Video Script
  • AI-Assisted VILT Storyboard Creation Framework
  • Learning Architecture and Curriculum Design
  • Scenario-Based Learning Experience
  • Assessment and Guided Practice Design
  • Guidelines Quick Reference Tool
  • AI Agents and Workflow Automation for Learning Design
  • Learning Quality and Review Frameworks
  • Digital Learning Storyboards and Visual Design Samples

Testimonials

Testimonials

Harikrishnan B
Harikrishnan B

Francis has a remarkable ability to turn complex subject matter into a clear and structured learning journey. His strategic approach strengthened the course architecture, improved alignment across modules, and made the overall…

Vijayashree
Vijayashree

Working with Francis made the content-development process significantly easier. He asked the right questions, identified gaps early, and transformed highly technical information into engaging learning experiences without losing accuracy or depth.

Swathee V
SV

Francis brings clarity and direction to even the most complicated projects. His feedback is specific, practical, and always connected to the learner’s needs, which helped our team improve both the quality of…

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