Instructional Designer

Cognizant; Dadri; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer in India to design and deliver learning solutions for corporate audiences. You will analyze requirements, create outlines, storyboards, and assessments, and translate complex concepts into learner-friendly formats.

You will develop e-learning, ILT, and vILT materials using Storyline, Rise, Captivate, and Evolve, conduct quality checks, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with SMEs and cross-functional teams to meet business goals.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 years of Instructional Design experience
• Experience creating learning solutions for corporate or enterprise audiences
• Ability to manage end-to-end learning projects independently

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough analysis of learning requirements and source materials to ensure alignment with business goals
• Create content outlines, Micro Design Documents (MDDs), storyboards, scripts, and assessments tailored to audience needs
• Translate complex technical concepts into learner-friendly formats using storytelling, scenarios, and interactive elements
• Apply instructional design principles to develop robust e-learning, ILT, and vILT materials
• Develop digital learning assets using authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Captivate, Evolve)
• Conduct quality checks and peer reviews, and mentor junior Instructional Designers to uphold content accuracy, consistency, and quality standards
• Partner with subject matter experts, managers, and cross-functional teams to assess learning needs, align expectations, plan projects, and design instructional strategies that meet business goals
• Contribute to the development of case studies, RFPs, review checklists, and process improvement initiatives

Skills

Communication

Adult learning

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Independent work

Analytical thinking

e-learning tools

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Rise

Adobe Captivate

Evolve

LMS

Job description

Experience

• 6 to 12 years of Instructional Design experience
• Experience creating learning solutions for corporate or enterprise audiences
• Ability to manage end-to-end learning projects independently

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct thorough analysis of learning requirements and source materials to ensure alignment with business goals
• Create content outlines, Micro Design Documents (MDDs), storyboards, scripts, and assessments tailored to audience needs
• Translate complex technical concepts into learner-friendly formats using storytelling, scenarios, and interactive elements
• Apply instructional design principles to develop robust e-learning, Instructor-led Training (ILT), and virtual Instructor-led Training (vILT) materials
• Develop digital learning assets using authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Captivate, Evolve)
• Conduct quality checks and peer reviews, and mentor junior Instructional Designers to uphold content accuracy, consistency, and quality standards
• Partner with subject matter experts, managers, and cross-functional teams to assess learning needs, align expectations, plan projects, and design instructional strategies that meet business goals
• Contribute to the development of case studies, RFPs, review checklists, and process improvement initiatives

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Strong written and verbal communication
• Strong grasp of adult learning principles and learner-centric design
• Analytical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and project coordination skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, client-driven environment
• Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Captivate, or Evolve
• Familiarity with LMS platforms

Tools Mandatory MS Office Preferred - Articulate 360, Captivate, Evolve, Synthesia