Instructional Designer - Ongoing Need

Clarity Consultants; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 75,768 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Houston is seeking a Talent Manager to design high-impact learning experiences for the oil and gas industry. This remote role requires at least 5 years of instructional design experience and proficiency in tools like Articulate 360. The ideal candidate will create engaging training content and collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy. Competitive pay of $55.00 to $60.00 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in instructional design and content development for adult learners.
• At least 2–3 years of experience in the oil & gas industry or closely related sector.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to create learner-centered content.

Responsibilities

• Design instructional strategies and define content structure.
• Write and develop instructional content including narration scripts.
• Collaborate with SMEs and QA reviewers to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Instructional design

Technical writing

Content development

Adult learning principles

Translation-friendly writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or related field

Tools

Articulate 360 (Storyline)

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Clarity Consultants

Passionate About Connecting Top L&D Talent with Leading Organizations | Talent Manager at Clarity Consultants

We’re partnering with a leading oil and gas company on an exciting training transformation initiative, and our learning team is growing.

We’re looking for experienced Instructional Designers and Content Developers to help shape high-impact learning experiences for newly hired and industry-new technicians. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team driving meaningful change in a dynamic, global industry.

The role requires designing and developing engaging, technically accurate, and translation-friendly training materials that align with a defined competency framework. You will own both the instructional design and the full content development of eLearning and instructor-led training materials, including narration scripts, screen text, learner prompts, and assessments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze existing materials and align training content to the approved competency framework developed by the learning analyst
• Design instructional strategies and define content structure, sequencing, and learning approaches appropriate for technical learners
• Write and develop full instructional content, including narration scripts, onscreen text, activities, knowledge checks, and assessments
• Create detailed storyboards with proposed visuals, voiceover scripting, interaction logic, and accessibility considerations
• Author all content using translation-friendly writing practices, avoiding idioms, cultural references, and ambiguity to support global delivery
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), QA reviewers, and stakeholders to ensure technical accuracy and alignment to competency requirements
• Maintain version control and high levels of quality, accuracy, and consistency across all training materials
• Ensure content is clear, concise, and accessible for both native and non-native English speakers

Start Date: Continuous recruitment to support ongoing needs; individual start dates will be determined based on project requirements.

Duration: 6 months with the possibility to extend

Hours: Up to 40 hours per week; hours will be determined based on project needs

Location: Virtual

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Adult Education, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in instructional design and content development for adult learners, with a focus on technical or operational audiences
• At least 2–3 years of experience designing and developing training for the oil & gas industry or a closely related sector (e.g., utilities, petrochemical, industrial manufacturing)
• Proven experience writing and developing instructional content for eLearning and instructor-led training (ILT), preferably in technical domains
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, engaging, and learner-centered content
• Demonstrated ability to write content optimized for translation and global use, including tone neutrality, consistent terminology, and reduced ambiguity
• Experience creating training for technical and safety-critical roles (e.g., field technicians, operators, maintenance personnel)
• Expertise in adult learning principles, curriculum design, and competency-based education
• Proficient in Articulate 360 (Storyline)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Word
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, iterative development environment
• A strong portfolio of instructional design and writing samples is required
• Ability to work exclusively on a PC throughout the project is required.

NOTE: 100% Virtual Positions

Due to the nature of this virtual position, we anticipate a high number of responses from interested applicants. We may not be able to personally respond to your inquiry immediately but please know that your resume and email responses will be reviewed.

The pay range for this is $55.00 to $60.00 per hour W2. Individual pay is determined by a number of factors, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, relevant education, certifications and specific work location.

Clarity Consultants is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Us:

Clarity Consultants helps you take Talent Development objectives from vision to reality. Our elite L&D consultants deliver game-changing strategies and training. The world’s most forward-thinking companies trust Clarity to design, develop, and deploy learning programs that create more engaged and future-ready employees. For over 30 years, we’ve provided consulting talent for every element of learning and talent development including Needs Assessments, Learning Strategy & Planning, Instructional Design & eLearning Development, Training Facilitation & Delivery, Learning Technology Strategy & Support, Organizational Development & Change Management.

If the above opportunity is not a good fit for you and you are a learning and development or creative professional, visit https://jobs.clarityconsultants.com/ to join our talent network.