Senior Instructional Designer / eLearning Developer - IT Initiatives - Raleigh, NC

SweetRush Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 126,739,000 - 151,536,000; Part time

Job summary

SweetRush Inc. seeks a Senior Instructional Designer/eLearning Developer to design, develop, and deploy learning solutions for IT initiatives, including AI, Cybersecurity Awareness, and Microsoft Productivity Suite.

This remote-first, Raleigh-Durham-based role bridges technology and people, leveraging AI tools for content creation and rapid development. The role requires 5+ years of experience in instructional design, expert Articulate Rise/Storyline 360 skills, and proficient virtual

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of instructional design experience.
• Expert-level skills in Articulate Rise and Storyline 360.
• Practical AI experience using AI agents to accelerate content development (Copilot preferred).
• Proven ability to deliver engaging VILT via Zoom.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear, engaging content for non-technical audiences.
• Strong visual design using Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.

Responsibilities

• Learning Experience Design: co-create live events, eLearning courses, and on-demand resources.
• AI-Enhanced Development: use AI tools to flesh out content and outlines.
• Content Creation: build interactive eLearning in Rise and Storyline 360.
• Multimedia Production: create short instructional/marketing videos with VO.
• Live Event Facilitation: script, produce, and co-facilitate live sessions.
• Evaluation: own the survey and measurement strategy (MS Forms/Zoom).

Skills

Instructional design

Live virtual training

Content creation

AI tool usage

Communication

Visual design

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Articulate Rise

Storyline 360

Microsoft Copilot

Zoom

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Senior Instructional Designer/eLearning Developer - IT Initiatives

Location: US - onsite in Raleigh-Durham, NC - 3 days per week

SweetRush has an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to join our Talent Solutions team!

Who We Are

At SweetRush, we believe that when you put people at the center of business, magic happens. As a global leader in learning and development, we blend high-end storytelling, emerging tech like AI and VR, and deep psychological insights to help organizations—from iconic global brands to essential nonprofits—flourish. We are a remote-first, tight-knit community built on a foundation of radical empathy and creative excellence. Our work isn’t just about the awards we win with incredible partners such as Hilton, Google, Bridgestone, Adidas, SHRM, and numerous others; it’s about balancing profit with a genuine desire to spread good in the world. If you are a caring innovator who believes work should be life-centered and impactful, then this is where you come in…

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Instructional Designer/eLearning Developer to design, develop, and deploy engaging learning solutions for key internal IT learning initiatives, including AI, Cybersecurity Awareness, Microsoft Productivity Suite, and various Workplace Apps, for a global enterprise client. This is a high-impact role requiring a savvy professional who can leverage AI tools for content creation and pivot comfortably between rapid eLearning development and live event facilitation.

Location: US - Raleigh-Durham, NC

In-office days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday; remote work on Monday and Friday.

Contract Type: W2 Hourly

Project Duration: As soon as the recruiting process closes until December 31, 2026

Project Capacity: 40 hours per week

Start Date: ASAP after the interview process and background check

SweetRush is a remote organization, and as such, all resources must be technically savvy, have access to a strong internet signal, be comfortable with virtual/instant messaging and conferencing tools, and generally be available during established working hours.

W2 Hourly

$50/hour

In this role, you will bridge the gap between technology and people by raising awareness and fostering engagement with IT offerings. You will be responsible for:

• Learning Experience Design: Collaborating with stakeholders to co-create live learning events, eLearning courses, and on-demand resources.
• AI-Enhanced Development: Using AI tools (such as Copilot chat and web search) to flesh out content and generate initial outlines.
• Content Creation: Building interactive eLearning solutions in Articulate Rise and Storyline 360.
• Multimedia Production: Creating 1-2 minute instructional/marketing videos, including screen recordings, simple animations, and recording your own voiceovers.
• Live Event Facilitation: Working with IT Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to script, produce, and co-facilitate live learning events and workshops.
• Evaluation: Owning and driving the survey and measurement strategy, including L1 feedback via MS Forms and Zoom polls.

What You Bring - Required Skills

• Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of instructional design experience.
• Technical Proficiency: Expert-level skills in Articulate Rise and Storyline 360.
• AI Savvy: Practical experience using AI agents and use cases to accelerate the content development process (Microsoft Copilot preferred).
• Facilitation: Proven ability to deliver engaging virtual instructor-led training (VILT) via Zoom.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex or technical subjects into clear, engaging content for non-technical audiences.
• Visual Design: A keen eye for layout, color, and brand alignment using tools like Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.

Bonus Skills

• Specialized Knowledge: Prior experience creating courses for AI, Cybersecurity, or Microsoft Productivity Suite.
• Agile Environments: Experience working within an agile development framework.
• Project Management: Project management experience.

SweetRush Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

SweetRush believes in transparency and fairness. And for that reason, all of our active searches are available on the SweetRush “Join Us” page at https://www.sweetrush.com/join-us/. You can also find our openings posted on our LinkedIn company page under the “Jobs” tab at https://www.linkedin.com/company/sweetrush/jobs/.

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