Senior Training Development Specialist (Technical / eLearning)

Harvey Nash; Mountain View (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing and solutions firm is seeking an Instructional Designer in Mountain View, CA. This role focuses on leading the design of learning paths and creating engaging materials for both in-person and self-paced learning. The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of experience in instructional design, with expert skills in Articulate 360 and Adobe Creative Cloud. This position requires the ability to partner with stakeholders to align training with business goals and utilize data-driven evaluations to measure training effectiveness. Competitive salary and hybrid work model available.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience in instructional design, education, or corporate training.
• Proficient in Articulate 360 and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Strong design sense in digital learning contexts.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of comprehensive learning paths using models like ADDIE.
• Partner with SMEs to define learning objectives.
• Create engaging instructional materials for various learning formats.

Skills

Instructional design

Educational technology

Corporate training

Visual design

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design

Tools

Articulate 360 (Storyline and Rise)

Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, or Illustrator)

Job description

Mountain View, CA (Hybrid - 3 days onsite)

12 months

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:

Key Responsibilities

• Learning Strategy & Design: Lead the design of comprehensive learning paths using models such as ADDIE, SAM, and/or Backward Design.
• Stakeholder Consultation: Partner with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and leadership to define learning and performance objectives that align with business goals/KPIs
• Content Development: Create engaging, interactive, and instructionally sound materials for both in-person and self-paced learning, including:
• Highly interactive eLearning modules (Storyline/Rise).
• Video scripts and storyboards.
• Job aids, workbooks, and facilitator guides.

Data-Driven Evaluation: Implement evaluation strategies (Kirkpatrick Model) to measure the impact of training on employee performance and ROI.

Scaling AI Initiatives: Utilize industry tools like Synthesia, tool-specific AI, and GPT’s to scale adoption of generative AI among Ads P&E

LMS Management: Oversee the deployment and tracking of content within the Learning Management System, ensuring SCORM/xAPI compliance.

Mentorship: (For those at the higher end of the 4-6 year range) Provide guidance to junior designers and lead project workstreams.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 4-6 years of experience in instructional design, educational technology, or corporate training, preferably in a technical or global organization, with a proven track record of success.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Expert-level skills in Articulate 360 (Storyline and Rise).
  • Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, or Illustrator).
  • Familiarity with various LMS platforms (e.g., Workramp, Cornerstone, or Workday Learning).

Design Sense: A strong eye for visual hierarchy, typography, and UX/UI principles in a digital learning context.

Adaptability: Proven ability to self-manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Educational Technology, or a related field.

What Sets You Apart

• Prior experience in the advertising technology industry.
• Experience with performance consulting to focus on behavioral change rather than just information delivery.
• Familiarity with Agile project management methodologies.
• Experience working as part of a globally distributed team.
• LMS Administration