Instructional Designer
USA
Role: Instructional Designer
Location: Remote (Must be located in and authorized to work in the US)
Hybrid/On-site/Remote: Remote (EST)
Job Type: Freelance/Contract
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Clutch is looking for an experienced Instructional Designer for a client of ours.
Responsibilities:
- Design & Develop Learning Solutions: Create engaging, high-quality instructional materials (e-learning, instructor-led training, webinars, and job aids) that support organizational goals and improve performance.
- Needs Analysis: Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and stakeholders to identify learning gaps and define clear, measurable learning objectives.
- Curriculum Mapping: Map out comprehensive learning journeys and curricula that ensure a logical flow of information and high knowledge retention.
- Multimedia Integration: Develop interactive elements, including video scripts, quizzes, simulations, and graphics, to enhance the learner experience using modern authoring tools.
- LMS Management: Upload, test, and maintain courseware within the Learning Management System (LMS), ensuring SCORM/xAPI compliance and seamless user access.
- Evaluation & Optimization: Define KPIs to measure training effectiveness (Kirkpatrick Model) and utilize feedback to iterate and improve existing learning programs.
- Project Management: Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring all deliverables are met on time and aligned with brand voice and quality standards.
Qualifications:
- Professional Experience: 3–5+ years of experience in instructional design or educational technology, preferably in a corporate or agency environment.
- Software Proficiency: Expert-level skills in E-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline 360, Rise, or Adobe Captivate.
- Creative Suite Skills: Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere) for asset creation.
- LMS Expertise: Proven experience working with various Learning Management Systems and troubleshooting technical integration issues.
- Educational Foundations: Deep understanding of adult learning theories (Andragogy) and instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM, or Backward Design).
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on simplifying complex technical information for diverse audiences.
- Portfolio Required: A strong portfolio showcasing previous e-learning samples, storyboards, and instructional materials.
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