Junior Instructional Designer

Paexskin Solutions Pvt. Ltd.; Pune District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Paexskin Solutions Pvt. Ltd. invites applications for a Graduate–level Junior Instructional Designer in Pune, Maharashtra.

You will transform complex information into clear e-learning content, craft scripts, storyboards, and multi-media learning assets, and collaborate closely with SMEs and project teams to deliver engaging digital experiences. The role emphasizes applying ADDIE-like principles, leveraging AI tools for ideation and writing, and ensuring timely delivery while maintaining quality

Qualifications

• Graduate degree and capability to meet role requirements.
• Preferred background in Design, Education, Communication, English, Media.
• Certification in Instructional Design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Understand briefs, audience needs, and outcomes.
• Research and synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Apply instructional design to develop learning objectives and storyboards.
• Create narratives, storylines, and content structures.
• Develop scripts, storyboards, and learning assets with multimedia elements.
• Collaborate with SMEs, managers, designers, and clients.
• Use AI tools to support ideation, writing, and storyboarding.
• Review and refine content for clarity, accuracy, and quality.
• Oversee course production, timelines, and engagement.

Skills

Storytelling

Content Writing

AI Prompt Writing

Research & Synthesis

Editing & Proofreading

Communication

Attention to Detail

Project Management

Collaboration

Visual Thinking

Education

Graduate Degree in any discipline

Preferred: Design / Education / Communication / English / Media

Preferred Certification: Instructional Design

Tools

LMS platforms

SCORM

HTML/CSS

Job description

Graduation Full Time Junior Instructional Designer Pune

As a Junior Instructional Designer, you will transform information, ideas, and messages into clear, compelling, and engaging content experiences. You will design narratives and develop content for a range of purposes, including e-learning, education, awareness, marketing, sales, and product communication. Working closely with project leads, subject matter experts, designers, and other stakeholders, you will research and understand the audience, structure content, craft stories and scripts, develop storyboards, and incorporate appropriate visual, multimedia, and interactive elements. You will also explore AI tools and emerging technologies to enhance creativity, content quality, and development workflows while ensuring that every deliverable meets its intended purpose and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand project briefs, audience needs, communication goals, and desired outcomes.
• Research and synthesize information from multiple sources, including complex or technical subject matter.
• Apply instructional design principles to develop learning objectives, content flows, storyboards, scenarios, and assessments, as required by the project.
• Develop narratives, storylines, and content structures that communicate ideas clearly and effectively.
• Create storyboards, scripts, and learning assets that integrate multimedia, assessments, and interactivity, translating ideas into clear screen-by-screen experiences.
• Write, edit, and refine scripts, copy, and other content for educational, e-learning, awareness, marketing, sales, and product communication projects.
• Incorporate appropriate visual, multimedia, and interactive elements to create engaging content experiences.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, project managers, designers, developers, and clients to translate concepts into effective deliverables.
• Use AI tools to support research, ideation, writing, storyboarding, and content development.
• Review and refine content to ensure clarity, accuracy, consistency, quality, and alignment with project objectives.
• Evaluate and refine AI-generated outputs, taking responsibility for the accuracy, quality, and appropriateness of final deliverables.
• Oversee course production, ensuring timelines, quality, and user engagement are maintained
• Manage assigned tasks, communicate progress, incorporate feedback, meet deadlines, and contribute to improving team processes and workflows.

Required Skills

• Strong writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly, structure narratives, and engage an audience.
• Ability to research, understand, organize, and simplify complex information.
• Strong command of written English, including grammar, editing, proofreading, and attention to detail.
• Creative and analytical thinking, with the ability to interpret briefs, ask relevant questions, and develop appropriate content approaches.
• Understanding of audience-centered communication and the ability to adapt content to different purposes and audiences.
• Foundational understanding of instructional design principles, learning objectives, and content structuring, and curriculum development.
• Ability to translate ideas into scripts, storyboards, content outlines, and screen-level content.
• Ability to think across text, visuals, multimedia, and interactions when developing content experiences.
• Ability to learn new tools, concepts, subject domains, technologies, and workflows quickly.
• Ability to use AI tools effectively through prompting, iteration, critical evaluation, and refinement, while taking responsibility for final output.
• Strong critical thinking and judgment skills to evaluate, refine, and validate AI-generated content.
• Attention to detail and accountability for the accuracy, quality, and appropriateness of deliverables.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills, including asking relevant questions, articulating design decisions, and receiving and incorporating feedback.
• Openness to feedback, experimentation, and continuous learning.

Additional Skills (Preferred)

• Familiarity with instructional design models like ADDIE, SAM, Bloom’s Taxonomy, and theories such as Adult Learning Theory.
• Experience creating storyboards, e-learning content, educational material, marketing content, or awareness campaigns.
• Foundational understanding of visual design principles, including layout, visual hierarchy, typography, and color theory.
• Familiarity with accessibility principles and WCAG guidelines.
• Knowledge of interaction design, scenario-based learning, gamification, or microlearning.
• Familiarity with video editing, animation, multimedia production, or visual storytelling tools.
• Foundational proficiency in e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or similar tools.
• Experience using AI tools for research, writing, ideation, visual generation, storyboarding, or multimedia content creation.
• Experience with LMS platforms, SCORM-compliant content, or basic HTML/CSS.
• Exposure to client-facing projects, stakeholder coordination, or working with SMEs, designers, and project managers.

Educational Qualifications:

• Graduate Degree: A degree in any discipline is welcome, provided you have the skills and capabilities to meet the requirements of the role.
• Preferred Background: Graduates in Design, Education, Communication, English, Media, Animation, or related fields will be preferred.
• Preferred Certification: Certification in Instructional Design or Instructional Design Practice is an advantage.

Required Skills

Storytelling Content Strategy Instructional Design Content Writing UI/UX Design Creative Approach AI Prompt Writing & Refinement

Job Summary

• Location Pune, Maharashtra
• Job type Full Time
• Date Posted Recently
• Experience 0-2 Years
• Working Hours 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
• Working Days Mon - Fri
• Interview Process 5 Rounds
• Salary As per Industry Standards
• Opportunity to work across instructional design, visual design and technology.
• Hands-on experience in designing enterprise eLearning courses and digital learning experiences.
• Exposure to LMS platforms, SCORM-based courses, multimedia, assessments, and interactive learning.
• Opportunity to work with emerging AI-enabled content development approaches.
• Exposure to enterprise learning projects, global learning solutions from international clients in various industries.