Instructional Designer

Job Description: 

The Instructional Designer is responsible for analyzing, designing, and developing superior quality learning content and programs.  Learning creation includes using current, new and emerging instructional technology to create experiential learning solutions including e-learning, videos, instructor-led training (ILT), e-learning, job aids, study guides, and other learning materials. 

The Instructional Designer is naturally curious, highly creative, an independent thinker, and approaches all learning development with the end user in mind. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to develop custom content, developing curriculums, reporting and measurement, building and managing a catalog of employee training, planning and developing new courses, and managing learning related projects, in scope, on time and on budget. 

Responsibilities 

Content Design & Creation 

• Manage the end-to-end process of creating and updating learning content 

• Draft and review learning objectives, course content/storyboards and final materials with subject matter experts 

• Manage content effectively including version control and data security 

• Build innovative course interactions using Articulate, and publish SCORM and xAPI compliant courses in a Learning Management System 

• Participate in design meetings with team members and subject matter experts to conceptualize program look/feel, standards, templates and content development formats 

• Expert knowledge of instructional design and adult learning theory  

• Maintain knowledge of new learning approaches, technology and tools through continuous learning and research to ensure delivery of innovative solutions 

Technical Skills & Attributes 

• Experience developing eLearning, online tutorials, gaming, collaborative learning environments, and blended learning programs 

• Experience using Canva and Articulate 360, both Storyline and Rise 

• Expert proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint) 

• Visual design skills and ability to storyboard 

• Proficiency in audio and video editing 

• Demonstrated experience publishing and tracking eLearning courses in a Learning Management System (Absorb LMS experience preferred) 

• Excellent planning, program management and documentation skills with meticulous attention to detail 

Communication Skills & Attributes 

• Expert written and verbal communication skills 

• Able to work with a team asynchronously 

• Able to juggle multiple programs and requests in a dynamic environment 

• Able to give and receive feedback positively 

• Engage with SMEs and stakeholders in a professional and inquisitive manner to develop high quality content 

• Ability to synthesize complex concepts into easily understood ideas and visuals 

Personal Attributes 

• Demonstrated ability to design based on stakeholder requirements and feedback 

• Maintain a professional demeanor while working with stakeholders company-wide 

• High level of professionalism and confidentiality managing sensitive information with integrity and discretion 

• Ability to make professional, real-time recommendations and engage appropriate leaders in decisions 

• Ability to use judgment in selecting proper learning solutions 

Minimum Requirements 

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field 

• 5 years’ experience in instructional design and developing learning content 

• Experience in a corporate training environment working on instructional design assignments across multiple teams and groups. 

• Ability to collaborate with subject matter experts, global stakeholders, and managers. 

• Proficiency using Canva and Articulate 360, specifically Storyline and Rise