Instructional Designer-Hyderabad

Cognizant; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer in Hyderabad to analyze learning needs and craft engaging content across e-learning, ILT, and vILT formats. You will build outlines, storyboards, scripts, and assessments tailored to diverse audiences, translating complex topics into learner-friendly experiences.

The role emphasizes applying adult learning theories, designing learner-centric modules, and collaborating with SMEs and cross-functional teams to deliver effective training

Qualifications

• Analyze learning requirements and align with business goals.
• Create content outlines, MDDs, storyboards, scripts, and assessments.
• Translate complex concepts into learner-friendly formats using storytelling and scenarios.
• Proficiency with e-learning tools and LMS/DAP platforms.

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
• Optimize knowledge of instructional theories and models, adult learning principles, contemporary learning trends, and learning effectiveness measurement to meet learning goals
• 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
• 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
• Knowledge of DAP platforms

Skills

Content design

Storytelling

Adult learning principles

Instructional design

Learner-centric design

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Rise

Adobe Captivate

Evolve

LMS platforms

DAP platforms

Job description

Role & responsibilities :

Location: Hyderabad

Shift: Night Shift

• 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
• Optimize knowledge of instructional theories and models, adult learning principles, contemporary learning trends, and learning effectiveness measurement to meet learning goals
• 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

• 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
• Knowledge of DAP platforms