Senior Instructional Designer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Competitive salary and health benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative and innovative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Instructional Designer to join a fully remote team, delivering engaging e-learning and blended experiences for diverse learners. You will apply ADDIE/SAM, develop storyboards, and collaborate with SMEs to define objectives and assessments.

The role demands a strong portfolio, excellent communication, and ability to manage multiple projects independently in a virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Instructional Design or related field.
• 6+ years of instructional design and e-learning development experience.
• Proven expertise in designing diverse learning solutions.
• Proficiency with Articulate Storyline and Rise; familiarity with LMS platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging e-learning modules, instructor-led training materials, and blended learning solutions.
• Apply instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM) and adult learning theories.
• Collaborate with SMEs to gather content, define learning objectives, and ensure accuracy.
• Create storyboards, scripts, assessments, and other learning materials.
• Utilize authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Rise, Captivate) and multimedia technologies.
• Conduct needs analyses and recommend appropriate learning solutions.
• Review and revise learning materials to improve effectiveness.
• Manage multiple projects, adhering to timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Instructional design

Project management

Remote collaboration

Portfolio development

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design / Education Technology

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Articulate Rise

Adobe Captivate

LMS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Instructional Designer to join their fully remote team. This role is responsible for the design and development of engaging, effective, and innovative learning experiences for a diverse audience. The Senior Instructional Designer will apply adult learning principles and best practices in instructional design to create high-quality training materials, e-learning courses, and other educational content. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to work from anywhere, contributing to a dynamic and forward-thinking educational organization. You will collaborate closely with subject matter experts, project managers, and stakeholders to translate learning needs into effective educational solutions. We are looking for a creative individual with a strong portfolio and a passion for crafting impactful learning journeys. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills, and be adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously in a virtual environment. This is a great opportunity to make a significant contribution to learning and development within a leading educational provider, serving clients across Mahikeng, North West, and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging e-learning modules, instructor-led training materials, and blended learning solutions.
• Apply instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) and adult learning theories to create effective learning content.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather content, define learning objectives, and ensure accuracy.
• Create storyboards, scripts, assessments, and other learning materials.
• Utilize various authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and multimedia technologies.
• Conduct needs analyses and recommend appropriate learning solutions.
• Review and revise existing learning materials to improve their effectiveness and relevance.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, adhering to timelines and quality standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in instructional design and e-learning development.
• Proven expertise in designing and developing a wide range of learning solutions.
• Proficiency with industry-standard authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise) and LMS platforms.
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, learning theories, and curriculum development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, project management, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team setting.
• A strong portfolio showcasing diverse instructional design projects.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Join a collaborative and innovative team that is shaping the future of online learning, all from your chosen remote location.
• We support our remote employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed.