Ganesh Murali Venkatesan

Learning Experience Designer

Learning Experience Designer with over 14 years of expertise in designing high-impact workforce talent ecosystems. Expertise in translating complex business objectives into hyper personalized role-based learning paths that catalyze organizational performance.

Competent in AI-powered content authoring tools, LMS administration and SharePoint site design. Good at leveraging data-driven insights to engineer adaptive learner-centric frameworks that ensure training road-maps remain aligned with evolving strategic imperatives. 

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Career Timeline

Talent Enablement Specialist – HR Program Manager, Instructional Designer |  NetApp

- Collaborated with executive leadership to architect strategic talent ecosystems, aligning high-performance programs with organizational goals and to formalize scalable Individual Development Plans (IDPs) to drive long-term workforce agility. 

- Spearheaded the Learning Needs Analysis (LNA) phase, transforming identified organizational gaps into targeted learning strategies and actionable execution plans. 

- Crafted end-to-end talent enablement programs: Career Growth and Internal Mobility, Quarterly Conversations, Goals & Continuous Feedback, Manager Essentials. 

- Envisioned technology adaption programs (EightFold, Fuel50, Success Factors) and Leadership programs for Managers. Leveraged AI tools (Net-AI, ChatGPT, Articulate 360, Synthesia, Canva, Vyond, NotebookLM, Wellsaid labs) to develop hyper-personalized content: micro-learning modules, learning assets, job aids/QRC's and just-in-time content, guided walkthrough videos and more. 

- Collaborated with external learning partners to deliver blended learning programs for executive leadership (Directors Immersive Experience) and managers (Achieve Inspiring Performance), facilitated LMS onboarding, learning logistics, resource allocation, streamlining processes to ensure seamless delivery across all program phases. 

- Championed talent enablement team's SharePoint site design, learning program rollout campaigns, Articulate 360 content integration in SharePoint, and generated insightful learning metrics to elevate learning outreach.

December 2019 - December 2024

    Senior Curriculum Developer | Informatica

- Teamed up across Informatica University, product teams, sales engineers, and cloud customers to design and deliver dynamic ILT and on-demand courses, empowering learners across the Cloud portfolio: CAI & CDI. 

- Partnered with the Cloud Technical Training Enablement team to craft global training strategies and curricula, creating persona-driven product courses grounded in adult learning principles. 

- Authored detailed RFPs and aligned course development with product roadmaps through close coordination with product managers, sales teams, and solution architects, ensuring timely releases and market relevance.

January 2018 - November 2019

    eLearning Architect | Infosys

- Orchestrated the design and rollout of dynamic training programs spanning technical skills, domain expertise, soft skills, and compliance, driving well-rounded employee development. 

- Produced a rich array of eLearning assets from immersive simulations to interactive HTML5 prototypes enhancing engagement and knowledge retention. 

- Collaborated seamlessly with SMEs, senior leaders, and cross-functional partners to tailor learning initiatives that power organizational goals with measurable impact.

January 2008 - November 2016

    Assistant Professor – New Media | Indian Institute of Journalism & New Media

- Developed multimedia news portal framework, designed curriculum, tutored participants of the New Media programme. 

- Created immersive training environment for BBC-iLearn TV news reporters and editors to elevate practical skills and amplify content development.  

July 2005 - August 2006

Line of Work

90 %

Learning Strategies, Digital Simulations, Micro-Learning, Interactive Content 

70 %

Web Development, SharePoint Site Development

80 %

Training Program Facilitation, Blended Learning, LMS Administration

90 %

Adobe Creative Cloud, Articulate 360, Microsoft 365, GenAI  

Field of study

October 2003 - May 2013
Ph.D. in Educational Technology, Bharathiar University

Building on my academic background as an educational technology researcher, my doctoral studies focused on educational psychology, instructional technology, cognitive science, adult learning theories, VAK learning styles for police personnels involved in forensic science function.

August 1999 - May 2001 |  July 1996 - May 1999    
Masters in Computer Communication |  Bachelor of Science  in computer science, bharathiar university

Computer Networks, Principles of Digital and Analog communication, Software Engineering, Distributed Computing, Electronic Commerce, Computer Programming.

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