

Reviving L&D: Immersive Learning at Scale
The Challenge: Bridging the Engagement Gap
Large enterprises faced a critical disconnect: traditional training (syllabi and slide decks) failed to engage a global workforce, leading to poor retention. The mandate was to transform raw educational material into highly watchable, interactive experiences.
This required a dual-engine approach: a creative vision to pioneer new, binge-worthy formats, and a robust production pipeline capable of delivering broadcast-quality learning content at a relentless pace (2-3 hours per month).
The Solution: Storytelling-First Format Innovation
I initiated a comprehensive overhaul, replacing didactic presentations with a "Red Thread" of immersive storytelling and visual innovation.
Narrative Transformation: Developed a framework to convert dry syllabi into script-driven narratives, utilizing real-world case studies, re-enactments, and rich animation to drive behavioral change.
Pioneering New Formats: Conceived and launched distinct learning products to match modern consumption habits:
THRIVE MASTERS: Short-form, unsynchronized micro-learning.
THRIVE LIBRARY: Actionable courses on habits and soft skills.
THRIVE GLOSSARY: High-fidelity, minimalist animated explainers (30-60s) for complex concepts.High-Volume Pipeline: Engineered a precision production operation coordinating scriptwriters, animators, and instructional designers to sustain a consistent output of 2-3 hours of premium content monthly.
The Impact: Setting Industry Benchmarks
This strategic pivot not only revitalized internal learning cultures but influenced broader industry trends.
Exceptional Engagement: Delivered content that achieved high completion rates and significantly improved knowledge retention scores.
Trendsetting Influence: The specific formats developed (Masters, Glossary) became industry benchmarks, widely emulated by other major brands and content creators.
Operational Scale: Proven ability to manage a rigorous, high-volume creative factory without compromising on educational integrity.
Cultural Shift: Successfully bridged the gap between "corporate training" and "entertainment," fostering a dynamic self-learning culture.
Date
10/3/20
Client
upGrad | Harappa Learning
Category
Learning
Role
Head of Production
Focus
Leading the transformation of dense corporate syllabi into engaging, story-driven, and interactive learning modules, delivering 2-3 hours of high-fidelity content monthly for global MNCs.


