Instructional Designer

Swoon; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer for a remote, 3-week project to develop a five-module, asynchronous course. You will partner with subject matter experts to transform existing curricula into a structured, self-paced program for newsroom professionals.

You will organize learning objectives, activities, and supporting materials, and create practical exercises and downloadable templates for immediate use, all within Canvas LMS.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing online, asynchronous courses.
• Hands-on experience with Canvas LMS or similar platforms.
• Ability to translate curriculum and SME knowledge into engaging content.
• Experience creating interactive activities and downloadable resources for adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Develop a five-module, asynchronous, self-paced online course.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and hosts to adapt curriculum.
• Organize content, objectives, activities, and materials into modules.
• Create practical exercises, templates, and resources for immediate use.
• Build and configure the course in ASU's Learning Enterprise Canvas and support testing/launch.

Skills

Instructional design

Online learning

Canvas LMS

Curriculum development

Adult learners

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

I am working with one of the largest public universities in the United States, looking to add an Instructional Designer!

Location: Remote

Hours: 30 hours/week

Contract Duration: 3 week project

About this role:

• Develop a five-module, asynchronous, self-paced online course focused on helping newsrooms collaborate with content creators and incorporate creator-style journalism.
• Partner with subject matter experts and course hosts to transform existing curriculum into an engaging, structured learning experience.
• Organize course content, learning objectives, activities, and supporting materials into cohesive instructional modules.
• Create practical exercises, downloadable templates, and resources that participants can immediately apply in their newsrooms.
• Build and configure the course within ASU's Learning Enterprise Canvas platform and support testing, revisions, and launch preparation.

Experience:

• Proven experience in instructional design and developing online learning courses, particularly asynchronous, self-paced programs.
• Hands-on experience with Canvas LMS or similar learning management systems.
• Ability to translate existing curriculum and subject matter expert knowledge into engaging, well-organized learning content.
• Experience creating interactive learning activities, exercises, downloadable resources, and instructional materials for adult learners.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and partner with subject matter experts and stakeholders.