Instructional Designer

Chandler Macleod; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced Government Instructional Designer for a 6-month contract in Fortitude Valley. The role focuses on designing and developing a range of digital and face-to-face learning resources grounded in adult learning principles to support organizational objectives.

You will collaborate with SMEs, create e-learning programs, multimedia assets, and facilitator materials, and advise on delivery methods including blended and virtual sessions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in instructional design and e-learning development.
• Expertise with Articulate 360, Camtasia, and other digital media tools.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design models.
• Ability to analyze content, performance gaps, and audience needs to produce targeted learning solutions.
• Skilled in developing multimedia assets and engaging instructional content.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and update eLearning programs and digital learning resources using Articulate 360 and associated technologies.
• Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders to analyze content, extract critical information, and translate complex concepts into engaging, learner-centered solutions.
• Conduct consultation, discovery, and sense-making activities to identify learning requirements, performance gaps, and target audiences.
• Develop comprehensive learning strategies, recommending suitable delivery methods including eLearning, blended learning, virtual sessions, face-to-face workshops, videos, job aids, and performance support resources.
• Produce multimedia learning assets such as instructional videos, screen recordings, simulations, and demonstrations using tools like Camtasia.
• Analyze audience and business needs to determine the most appropriate content structure, learning approach, and assessment methodologies.
• Create learning objectives, storyboards, scripts, assessments, and evaluation tools to measure learning effectiveness.
• Collaborate with facilitators and operational teams to develop facilitator guides, participant workbooks, presentation materials, and supporting resources for classroom and blended programs.

Skills

Instructional design

e-learning development

Adult learning principles

Content analysis

Multimedia asset development

Collaboration & communication

Tools

Articulate 360

Camtasia

Job description

Government Instructional Designer (6-Month Contract with Possible Extension)

Location: Fortitude Valley

Start Date: November 2, 2026

End Date: May 31, 2027 (with potential extension)

Are you an experienced Instructional Designer passionate about creating impactful learning experiences? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join a government team on a temporary basis, working to develop engaging and effective learning resources that support organizational objectives and enhance learner outcomes.

About the Role:

The primary purpose of this role is to facilitate learning by designing and developing a wide range of digital and face-to-face learning resources grounded in adult learning principles. Working closely with subject matter experts and key stakeholders, you will create tailored, fit-for-purpose e-learning programs and other instructional materials that meet performance needs and learner requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, maintain, and update eLearning programs and digital learning resources using Articulate 360 and associated technologies.


• Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders to analyze content, extract critical information, and translate complex concepts into engaging, learner-centered solutions.


• Conduct consultation, discovery, and sense-making activities to identify learning requirements, performance gaps, and target audiences.


• Develop comprehensive learning strategies, recommending suitable delivery methods including eLearning, blended learning, virtual sessions, face-to-face workshops, videos, job aids, and performance support resources.


• Produce multimedia learning assets such as instructional videos, screen recordings, simulations, and demonstrations using tools like Camtasia.


• Analyze audience and business needs to determine the most appropriate content structure, learning approach, and assessment methodologies.


• Create learning objectives, storyboards, scripts, assessments, and evaluation tools to measure learning effectiveness.


• Collaborate with facilitators and operational teams to develop facilitator guides, participant workbooks, presentation materials, and supporting resources for classroom and blended programs.

About You:

• Proven experience in instructional design and e-learning development.


• Expertise with Articulate 360, Camtasia, and other digital media tools.


• Strong understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design models.


• Ability to analyze content, performance gaps, and audience needs to produce targeted learning solutions.


• Skilled in developing multimedia assets and engaging instructional content.


• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience working within government or similar organizational environments.


• Knowledge of various delivery methods including virtual and face-to-face training.


• Familiarity with multimedia production and assessment development.