Remote Instructional Designer - E-Learning Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Remote; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Contract extension potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and experienced Remote Instructional Designer to spearhead the development of engaging e-learning experiences. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to contribute from anywhere and to apply instructional design principles with technology to create effective online courses for diverse audiences.

Collaborate with SMEs, graphic designers, and multimedia developers to transform content into learning modules that meet specific objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing and developing e-learning courses.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and their functionalities.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging e-learning courses, instructor-led training materials, and blended learning solutions.
• Apply adult learning theories and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create learner-centered experiences.
• Collaborate with SMEs to analyze learning needs, define learning objectives, and gather content.
• Develop storyboards, scripts, and content outlines for online courses.
• Create interactive elements, assessments, and multimedia content using authoring tools.
• Ensure all learning materials are accessible, inclusive, and adhere to brand and quality standards.
• Manage e-learning development projects from conception through completion, ensuring timely delivery.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning solutions and make recommendations for improvement.

Skills

Instructional design

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and experienced Remote Instructional Designer to spearhead the development of engaging e-learning experiences. This role is fully remote, offering the flexibility to contribute to impactful learning solutions from anywhere. You will be responsible for applying sound instructional design principles and leveraging technology to create effective and interactive online courses for diverse audiences. Collaborating closely with subject matter experts, graphic designers, and multimedia developers, you will transform content into compelling learning modules that meet specific learning objectives. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate e-learning professional to innovate and shape the future of online education.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging e-learning courses, instructor-led training materials, and blended learning solutions.
• Apply adult learning theories and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create learner-centered experiences.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to analyze learning needs, define learning objectives, and gather content.
• Develop storyboards, scripts, and content outlines for online courses.
• Create interactive elements, assessments, and multimedia content using authoring tools.
• Ensure all learning materials are accessible, inclusive, and adhere to brand and quality standards.
• Manage e-learning development projects from conception through completion, ensuring timely delivery.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning solutions and make recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing and developing e-learning courses and digital learning solutions.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or similar software.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles, learning theories, and multimedia development best practices.
• Experience in creating storyboards, writing scripts, and developing interactive course content.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and their functionalities.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and high-impact e-learning projects.
• Collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.
• Access to professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Potential for contract extension and future project opportunities.