Brigham Young University
Instructional Designer
Blackboard
Canvas
LMS
Edtech.com's Summary
Brigham Young University is hiring an Instructional Designer to design and manage innovative educational materials and learning experiences for both domestic and international students. The role involves collaborating with instructors and subject matter experts to develop course content, manage delivery workflows, and ensure compliance with online teaching standards.
Highlights
- Design and project manage educational content and learning experiences across various subjects.
- Collaborate with instructors, SMEs, and other designers to develop course maps and assessment plans aligned with learning outcomes.
- Utilize Learning Management Systems (such as Blackboard, Canvas) to assemble and organize course content.
- Provide guidance to instructional design assistants and communicate project deadlines to student success teams.
- Manage complex project workflows from initiation through launch.
- Required proficiency with LMS platforms, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Zoom, and live remote instructional design practices.
- Educational requirements vary by level: Bachelor's degree with 1+ years for Associate, Master's degree with 3+ years for Instructional Designer, and Master's degree with 7+ years or equivalent experience for Senior Instructional Designer.
- Preferred skills include expertise with Articulate Storyline, video production tools (Final Cut, Adobe Premiere/After Effects), workflow applications, and project management experience.
- Salary ranges from $65,500 to $106,500 depending on the level.
- Comprehensive benefits including 401k with employer contributions, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, medical/dental coverage, tuition benefits, and wellness programs.
Instructional Designer Full Description
Instructional Designer
Provo, UT
Full time
Why Work at BYU
As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.”
Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.
Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Instructional Designer
This position is responsible to design and/or project manage innovative and relevant educational material and learning experiences in a variety of subjects that will reach both domestic and international students. Work could also include duties that help maintain high quality learning support such as reviewing courses for accessibility and copyright, building learning experiences in the LMS, collaborating with instructors, SMEs, and other designers.
What you’ll do in this position:
Incumbent will perform all the following in varying proportions depending on specific assignments:
- Work with instructors or SMEs to create project map and assessment plans based on learning outcomes in compliance with online teaching and learning standards.
- Identify and align learning outcomes for each assigned project (needs assessment).
- Assemble content and learning activities in LMS and/or website to create a well-organized product.
- Provide direction to instructional design assistants, as assigned.
- Communicate deadlines, including ongoing modifications, to student success member teams.
- Manage complex delivery workflows from the project outline phase to the project launch.
- Maintain collaborative relationship with other IDs, instructors, and SMEs.
- Identify and implement appropriate third-party learning tools.
What qualifies you for this role:
Required
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
- Proficient with an LMS (Blackboard, Canvas, Learning Suite, etc.)
- Proficient with Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Zoom, Live Remote technologies.
- Knowledgeable of live remote instructional design teaching/learning practices.
Associate Instructional Designer (Level 52: $65,500 -$84,500)
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
- Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or closely related field
- One or more years’ full-time direct work experience in the field of course design and production.
Instructional Designer (Level 53: $73,000 - $95,000)
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
- Master’s degree in Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or closely related field
- Three or more years’ work experience in the field of course design and production.
Senior Instructional Designer (Level 54: $82,000 - $106,500)
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
- Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or closely related field
- Seven or more years of full-time direct work experience in the field of course design and production. Or an equivalent combination of a bachelor’s degree in instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or a closely related field, plus nine or more years of full-time direct work experience in the field of course design and production.
Preferred:
- Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite.
- Proficient with Articulate Storyline.
- Familiarity with video production (Final Cut, Adobe Premier/After Effects).
- Familiarity with workflow applications.
- Some supervisory and project management experience.
What we offer in return:
In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:
- 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
- Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
- Access to athletic facilities
- Excellent medical/dental benefits
- Short/long-term disability benefits
- Paid parental and maternity leave
- Wellness Program
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA passes for employees, spouses, and qualified dependents
- Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
Pay Grade: 52 – 54
Typical Starting Pay:
52: $65,500 - $84,500
53: $73,000 - $95,000
54: $82,000 - $106,000
Required Documents:
All Staff positions require a resume.
Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!
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