Senior Instructional Designer — Remote Leader in E-Learning

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first work environment

Professional development opportunities

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Instructional Designer to lead the development of innovative learning solutions within a remote-first team. The role requires strategic thinking and a proven track record in designing engaging content for diverse audiences, aligned with pedagogical best practices.

You will design and oversee e-learning courses, workshops, and multimedia, collaborating with SMEs, stakeholders, and vendors while staying current with LMS/LXP technologies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in instructional design and e-learning development.
• Demonstrated expertise in designing a wide range of learning solutions, including complex simulations and interactive modules.
• Strong proficiency with industry-standard authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and multimedia development software.
• Proven ability to manage projects, lead teams, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design and development of complex e-learning courses and blended programs.
• Collaborate with SMEs, stakeholders, and project managers to define learning objectives.
• Apply adult learning principles and ID models (ADDIE, SAM) to create learner-centered experiences.
• Develop high-quality content including storyboards, scripts, assessments, and multimedia elements.
• Oversee junior designers and external vendors, ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Instructional design

Education

Master's degree in Instructional Design/Educational Technology/C Curriculum Development

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

Multimedia development software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Instructional Designer to lead the development of innovative learning solutions within a remote-first team. The role requires strategic thinking and a proven track record in designing engaging content for diverse audiences, aligned with pedagogical best practices.

You will design and oversee e-learning courses, workshops, and multimedia, collaborating with SMEs, stakeholders, and vendors while staying current with LMS/LXP technologies.