Remote Senior Instructional Designer

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 827,000 - 1,378,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote contract

Flexible work hours

Professional development

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Instructional Designer to join a fully remote team. You will lead the end-to-end design of engaging e-learning courses and digital learning experiences for a global audience, applying adult learning theories and ADDIE.

The role requires strong portfolio in e-learning development, expert use of Storyline, Rise and Captivate, LMS deployment, and the ability to manage multiple remote projects with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Adult Education, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in instructional design with a strong e-learning portfolio.
• Proficient with Storyline, Rise, and Captivate; LMS deployment experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement engaging e-learning courses and modules.
• Conduct thorough needs assessments to identify learning gaps and performance objectives.
• Create storyboards, scripts, multimedia elements, and interactive exercises for online courses.
• Collaborate with SMEs and stakeholders to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Utilize authoring tools to build interactive and visually appealing learning content.
• Develop assessment strategies to measure learning effectiveness and knowledge retention.
• Apply adult learning theories and ADDIE to create optimal learning experiences.
• Manage multiple projects remotely, adhering to timelines and quality standards.
• Stay current with e-learning trends and best practices.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior instructional designers.

Skills

Storyboarding

Needs analysis

Adult learning

Remote collaboration

Project management

Storytelling

Learning theory

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design or related field

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Rise

Adobe Captivate

Camtasia

Audacity

Job description

About the Role Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Instructional Designer to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for developing engaging and effective e-learning courses and digital learning experiences for a global audience. You will be responsible for the entire instructional design lifecycle, from needs analysis and content development to evaluation and iteration. This position offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a passion for creating impactful learning solutions and a deep understanding of adult learning principles and online pedagogy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement engaging e-learning courses, modules, and training materials.
• Conduct thorough needs assessments to identify learning gaps and performance objectives.
• Create storyboards, scripts, multimedia elements, and interactive exercises for online courses.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Utilize authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) to build interactive and visually appealing learning content.
• Develop assessment strategies and tools to measure learning effectiveness and knowledge retention.
• Apply adult learning theories and instructional design models to create optimal learning experiences.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to timelines and quality standards.
• Stay current with trends and best practices in instructional design, e-learning, and educational technology.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior instructional designers.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Adult Education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in instructional design, with a strong portfolio showcasing e-learning development.
• Expert proficiency in e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Rise, and Adobe Captivate.
• Demonstrated experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and course deployment.
• Excellent understanding of adult learning principles, ADDIE model, and other instructional design frameworks.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage deadlines and deliverables in a remote setting.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in multimedia development tools (e.g., Camtasia, Audacity) is a plus.
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to producing high-quality learning experiences.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote, contract-based position offering a highly competitive rate.
• You will enjoy the flexibility of setting your own work hours within project deadlines.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and engagement with diverse projects are abundant.
• This role provides a significant opportunity to shape the learning landscape from the comfort of your home office.