Sharmindrila Paul
Summary
Accomplished Management Consultant Delivery Analyst with a robust background in instructional design and content development at Accenture, leveraging advanced tools such as WalkMe, Oracle, and Articulate Storyline to enhance training effectiveness for high-profile clients like Apple, Disney, UHG, OTIP, etc.
Former Senior Reporter at AnimationXpress with extensive experience in news reporting and media coverage, delivering insightful articles on Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics, and OTT industries. Demonstrates strong skills in project management support, stakeholder management, and effective communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Management Consultant Delivery Analyst
Accenture
Bengaluru
05.2021 - Current
- Designed and developed diverse training deliverables, including VILTs, ILTs, How to Guides, Job Aids, e-learning modules, Training Reference Materials, and WBTs for distinguished clients such as Apple, Disney, VF Corp, OTIP, UHG, Freeport, and more.
- Conducted comprehensive research and analysis for developing training materials as per project requirements to identify learning gaps.
- Collaborated with SMEs to improve technical accuracy, learner engagement, and user experience.
- Managed complex projects integrating multiple capabilities and technologies.
- Leveraged advanced tools like WalkMe, Oracle, Articulate Storyline, Articulate RISE, Apple tools, and Adobe Captivate to enhance training effectiveness.
- Contributed to Change Management activities in projects as needed.
- Managed client relationships, ensuring satisfaction through regular communication and updates.
Senior Reporter
AnimationXpress
Mumbai
03.2018 - 05.2021
- Delivered extensive media coverage for Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics, and OTT in India and abroad.
- Wrote articles and feature stories, conducting interviews and event reporting to capture industry developments.
- Cultivated deep industry knowledge to analyze market trends and report on emerging challenges.
- Facilitated high-profile interviews with executives from premier studios (Disney, Pixar) and OTT platforms (Netflix, Amazon) for exclusive features.
- Managed editorial workflows for print publications of Mipcom (France) and Asia TV Forum (Singapore), and SIGGRAPH (Japan) facilitating timely content delivery.
- Collaborated with editors and professionals to align story ideas with business objectives.
- Provided thorough news coverage and researched articles across various industry segments.
- Leveraged data-driven storytelling techniques to enhance reader engagement and comprehension.
- Highlighted issues of public interest and importance to drive change.
- Researched topics and checked facts to maintain high standard of journalistic integrity.
- Worked with colleagues to provide current and accurate output for local, national and international consumption.
- Maximised byline credits by developing original stories and features independently for publication.
- Wrote well-researched articles emphasising quality and brand goals to demonstrate organisational values to viewing audiences.
- Collaborated with photographers and graphic designers to create visually appealing content for print and online media.
- Provided mentorship to junior journalists, guiding them on effective research, writing, and reporting techniques.
- Covered breaking news events, providing timely updates and analysis to keep the public informed.
- Travelled to and attended events, conducting on-the-ground interviews to gather information and explain events or situations as incidents occurred.
- Attended press conferences and public meetings, summarising and reporting findings to the wider audience.
- Investigated and reported on local and national news stories, maintaining accuracy and impartiality.
- Interviewed sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
- Edited and proofread articles for junior journalists, enhancing clarity, style, and factual correctness.
- Monitored social media and other online sources for emerging news stories and trends.
- Adapted content for multimedia platforms, including podcasts and video interviews, broadening audience reach.
- Developed and pursued stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics.
- Developed and maintained a network of contacts in various industries for sourcing reliable information.
- Maintained a strict adherence to journalistic ethics and standards in all reporting and writing activities.
Education
Master of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Calcutta
Kolkata, IN-WB2017
Skills
- News reporting and media coverage
- Creative Writing
- Copywriting
- Instructional Design
- Content development
- Change and project management support
- Training delivery
- Client support
- Technical writing
- WalkMe
- Oracle
- Articulate Storyline
- Articulate Rise
- E-learning design
- Positive attitude
- Creative thinking
- Effective communication
- Team Leadership
- Mental health support
- Research analysis
- Industry trend analysis
- Mentorship and guidance
- Training and upskilling
- Solution-Oriented mindset
- Written and verbal communication
- Ethical judgement
- Adobe Captivate skills
- Stakeholder management
- Learning technologies
Languages
Bengali
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Certification
- WalkMe certified
- Oracle certified
- Gen AI ad Agentic AI certified
Hobbies and interests
- Writing
- Reading
- Photography
Accomplishments
- Awarded the ‘Above & Beyond’ Award twice at Accenture.
- Awarded 'Champions of the Quarter' at Accenture.
- Authored published academic research paper: ‘Body & Self’ on Body Positivity.
- Multiple publications for poems and photographs.
Timeline
Management Consultant Delivery Analyst
Accenture
05.2021 - Current
Senior Reporter
AnimationXpress
03.2018 - 05.2021
Master of Arts - English Language and Literature
University of Calcutta