BetMGM
Team Lead, Instructional Design
LMS
Storyline
Edtech.com's Summary
BetMGM is hiring a Team Lead, Instructional Design. The role involves leading and coaching a small team of instructional designers while directly designing and developing training content to support Customer Care, Risk, Fraud, and Payments teams. The position requires managing multiple projects and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver scalable learning solutions.
Highlights
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Instructional Designers.
- Design and develop eLearning modules, job aids, and instructor-led training materials using Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and Microsoft Office.
- Oversee implementation and maintenance of training programs within the learning management system.
- Conduct needs assessments and learning gap analyses to inform training content.
- Collaborate with stakeholders in Customer Care, Risk, Fraud, and Payments departments.
- Minimum 3+ years of instructional design experience and 2+ years of people management.
- Proficiency with Articulate Storyline and Articulate Rise; familiarity with LearnUpon LMS preferred.
- Experience in contact center or customer operations environments is highly desirable.
- Annual salary range $68,800 to $90,300 with eligibility for a performance-based bonus plan.
- Portfolio or work samples demonstrating instructional design and leadership required for interview.
Team Lead, Instructional Design Full Description
Team Lead, Instructional Design
Fully Remote
Remote, New Jersey
Remote, Connecticut
Remote, New York
Full time
Discover What’s Possible at BetMGM
Ready to make your career legendary? Join us as we bring the magic of Vegas to our players. The BetMGM team has over 1,400 talented members, revolutionizing sports betting and online gaming in the United States and Canada. We’re a brand with technology at our hearts and the most driven and focused talent in the business.
As a valued team member, we’re committed to giving you the resources and support you need to thrive. Our benefits and perks include:
Ready to make your career legendary? Join us as we bring the magic of Vegas to our players. The BetMGM team has over 1,400 talented members, revolutionizing sports betting and online gaming in the United States and Canada. We’re a brand with technology at our hearts and the most driven and focused talent in the business.
As a valued team member, we’re committed to giving you the resources and support you need to thrive. Our benefits and perks include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Pre-tax spending accounts including health care FSA and commuter savings
- Flexible paid time off
- Professional development reimbursement and ongoing skills training opportunities
- Employee resource groups
- Swag, ticket giveaways, and more!
At BetMGM, we recognize that every individual plays a meaningful role in our success. That’s why we’re committed to building a respectful, inclusive workplace. It’s the strategy behind every win. By meeting people where they are, we create a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive and a workplace that reflects our values, our people, and our drive to win.
About the Role
We are looking for a collaborative and experienced Instructional Design Team Lead to join our Customer Ops Training Team. In this hybrid role (some visits to New Jersey HQ required), you will lead a small team of Instructional Designers while also contributing directly to the design and development of training content. You’ll play a key role in shaping learning experiences for our Customer Care, Risk, Fraud, and Payments teams, ensuring high-quality, scalable training solutions that support both new hires and tenured employees.
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in instructional design, at least 2 year's experience in direct people management, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and ever changing environment. Familiarity with Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and learning management systems is essential. Experience in a contact center or customer operations environment is highly desirable.
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in instructional design, at least 2 year's experience in direct people management, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and ever changing environment. Familiarity with Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and learning management systems is essential. Experience in a contact center or customer operations environment is highly desirable.
About the Role
We are looking for a collaborative and experienced Instructional Design Team Lead to join our Customer Ops Training Team. In this hybrid role (some visits to New Jersey HQ required), you will lead a small team of Instructional Designers while also contributing directly to the design and development of training content. You’ll play a key role in shaping learning experiences for our Customer Care, Risk, Fraud, and Payments teams, ensuring high-quality, scalable training solutions that support both new hires and tenured employees.
The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in instructional design, at least 2 year's experience in direct people management, and a proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and ever changing environment. Familiarity with Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and learning management systems is essential. Experience in a contact center or customer operations environment is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Instructional Designers, providing guidance on best practices, project prioritization, and content development.
- Collaborate with stakeholders and subject matter experts across Customer Care, Risk, Fraud, and Payments to identify training needs and develop effective learning solutions.
- Work closely with the Sr. Manager of Customer Ops Training and the Manager of Customer Ops Training on overall strategy and execution of organizational priorities.
- Design and develop eLearning modules, job aids, instructor-led training (ILT) materials, and other instructional content using Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and Microsoft Office tools.
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of training programs within the learning management system
- Ensure instructional design standards and adult learning principles are consistently applied across all training materials.
- Conduct needs assessments and learning gap analyses to inform content strategy and development.
- Review and provide feedback on team deliverables to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with learning objectives. Work alongside HR Business Partners on best ways to support and mentor team members.
- Monitor and evaluate training effectiveness through assessments, learner feedback, and performance metrics.
- Maintain organized documentation, version control, and project tracking for all training assets.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3+ years of experience in instructional design, with a strong portfolio of learning solutions.
- 2+ years' experience in direct people management
- Experience leading or mentoring other instructional designers or cross-functional project teams.
- Proficiency with Articulate Storyline and Articulate Rise.
- Familiarity with LearnUpon LMS or similar learning management systems (preferred).
- Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on design work.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Previous experience in a contact center or customer operations environment is highly desirable.
- Previous experience working with Global teams and peers is highly desirable
- Portfolio or work samplesdemonstrating instructional design and leadership capabilities (required for interview process).
Compensation
The annual salary range for this position is $68,800.00 - $90,300.00. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for participation in a performance-based bonus plan.
Applicants must possess legal authorization to work for our company in the U.S. without the need for immigration sponsorship. At this time, this role is not eligible for immigration-related employment authorization sponsorship including H-1B, O-1, E-3, TN, OPT, etc.
Gaming Compliance & Licensing Requirements
As an online gaming company, BetMGM is required to comply with state gaming regulations which includes licensing obligations. Applicable employees must be licensed by at least one jurisdictional agency, although certain positions require licensing by multiple agencies. Failure to become licensed or maintain licensure with each agency as required for the role may result in termination of employment. Please note that the licensing process includes comprehensive background checks which may include a review of criminal records, financial history, and personal background verification.
In addition, candidates must comply with and support BetMGM's responsible gambling policies, procedures, and initiatives.
Gaming Compliance & Licensing Requirements
As an online gaming company, BetMGM is required to comply with state gaming regulations which includes licensing obligations. Applicable employees must be licensed by at least one jurisdictional agency, although certain positions require licensing by multiple agencies. Failure to become licensed or maintain licensure with each agency as required for the role may result in termination of employment. Please note that the licensing process includes comprehensive background checks which may include a review of criminal records, financial history, and personal background verification.
In addition, candidates must comply with and support BetMGM's responsible gambling policies, procedures, and initiatives.
About BetMGM
BetMGM is revolutionizing sports betting and online gaming in the United States and Canada. We are a partnership between two powerhouse organizations—MGM Resorts International and Entain Group. You know our name through our exciting portfolio of brands including BetMGM Casino, BetMGM Sportsbook, Borgata Online, Party Casino and Party Poker. We aim to bring our ideas into action and find ways to deliver the best quality in gaming platforms.
BetMGM is revolutionizing sports betting and online gaming in the United States and Canada. We are a partnership between two powerhouse organizations—MGM Resorts International and Entain Group. You know our name through our exciting portfolio of brands including BetMGM Casino, BetMGM Sportsbook, Borgata Online, Party Casino and Party Poker. We aim to bring our ideas into action and find ways to deliver the best quality in gaming platforms.
BetMGM LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. As an organization, we are unwavering in our commitment to maintaining a discrimination-free work environment, and fostering a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.
If you need assistance or accommodation with your application due to a disability, you may contact us at recruitment@betmgm.com.
If you need assistance or accommodation with your application due to a disability, you may contact us at recruitment@betmgm.com.
This job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of duties a person in this position may be asked to perform from time to time.
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