Sr Instructional Designer

Tyson Foods; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, dental, vision benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Springdale, AR is seeking an experienced Instructional Designer to design and develop engaging learning materials for a corporate audience. You will collaborate with subject matter experts and trainers to create content aligned with adult learning principles and evaluation methods.

The role requires hands-on experience with e-learning tools (Articulate 360, Camtasia, Synthesia) and a strong ability to manage projects, storytell through case studies, and produce high-quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, HR, Education, Business or a related field.
• 3+ years proven experience in instructional design and e-learning development for adult learners in a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theory.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to analyze learning needs and develop learning objectives.
• Design and develop instructional materials, including e-learning courses, instructor-led training materials, job aids, and assessments.
• Apply instructional design principles and adult learning theory to create engaging and interactive learning experiences.
• Utilize industry-standard tools such as Articulate 360 (Rise & Storyline), Workday Learning, Camtasia, and Synthesia to develop e-learning modules and multimedia content.

Skills

Instructional design principles

Adult learning theory

Storytelling / curriculum

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

LMS experience (Workday)

E-learning development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design or related field

Tools

Articulate 360

Workday Learning

Camtasia

Synthesia

Job description

Job Purpose/Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Instructional Designer to join our team. As an Instructional Designer, you will be responsible for designing and developing engaging and effective learning materials for our organization. You will collaborate with subject matter experts, trainers, and other stakeholders to create instructional content that meets the needs of our learners. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and e-learning development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with subject matter experts to analyze learning needs and develop learning objectives.
• Design and develop instructional materials, including e-learning courses, instructor-led training materials, job aids, and assessments.
• Apply instructional design principles and adult learning theory to create engaging and interactive learning experiences.
• Utilize industry-standard tools such as Articulate 360 (Rise & Storyline), Workday Learning, Camtasia, and Synthesia to develop e-learning modules and multimedia content.
• Incorporate multimedia elements, such as graphics, audio, and video, to enhance learning materials.
• Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to instructional design standards.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning materials through assessments and feedback from learners and stakeholders.
• Revise and update existing learning materials to ensure relevance and effectiveness.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices in instructional design and e-learning development.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, HR, Education, Business or a related field.
• 3+ years proven experience in instructional design and e-learning development for adult learners in a corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of instructional design principles and adult learning theory.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build curriculum through storytelling by incorporating case studies, real-life examples or fictional scenarios.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS, ideally Workday) and learning technologies.
• Familiarity with assessment and evaluation methodologies for learning effectiveness.

Preferred Skills:

• 5+ years proven experience in instructional design and e-learning development for adult learners in a corporate environment.
• Experience with industry-standard tools such as Articulate 360 (Rise & Storyline), Workday Learning, Camtasia, and Synthesia.
• Knowledge of graphic design principles and experience using graphic design tools, such as Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Experience using ChatGPT and other similar tools to support research and writing as it relates to instructional design.
• Familiarity with virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies for learning.
• Experience with gamification techniques and game-based learning.
• Familiarity with project methodologies, such as Agile and ADDIE.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

Benefits:

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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