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Instructional Designer (Contract)

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Contiem

Sep 14

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Consulting
    Education & Teaching
  • Annapolis

Requirements

  • Mandatory Requirements & Qualifications:
  • U.S. citizenship.
  • Bachelors degree.
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in Instructional Design and Courseware Development projects.
  • Experience with solutioning and creating instructional content, storyboards, and engaging training content.
  • Proficiency in courseware development tools like Articulate Studio, Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and Lectora.
  • Excellent written and verbal English language skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
  • Proficiency with Basic digital image editing.
  • Experience working with global clients.
  • Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
  • Certification or degree in Instructional Systems Design, Education, Training/Curriculum Development, Technical Communication, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Comprehension of increasingly complex products, processes, and projects.
  • Flexibility to adapt to new ideas, changes, and feedback.
  • Ability to conceptualize content visually by collaborating with graphic designers and technical team members.
  • Exhibiting an exceptional eye for detail to create the final product within specified timelines.
  • Demonstrated experience in committing to and meeting external customer expectations.
  • Ability to work in a team-based environment and as an individual contributor or specialist.
  • Ability to work effectively with subject matter experts to conduct research and resolve issues.

Responsibilities

  • Understand client problem statements, define learning objectives, and recommend training strategies to achieve learning outcomes.
  • Conduct different types of needs assessment (audience/role analysis, task analysis, gap analysis, and content analysis) identify gaps in performance, and determine training needs.
  • Document analysis results and recommendations in client-facing strategies, plans, and reports. Plan and create appropriate content outlines, course content, interactive exercises, assessments, and job aids to achieve learning outcomes.
  • Implement ID frameworks like the ADDIE process and execute ID pedagogy, ID principles, and ID tools.
  • Design and develop instructor-led training (ILT), online training (WBT and VILT), blended training, or micro-learning as determined from the needs assessment and content analysis. Independently develop L1 and L2 training courses.
  • Act as a key member of the team, along with Project Managers, Subject Matter Experts, and others in determining the needs of the course, the overall instructional flow of a program, and the appropriate method of delivery. Interact with other project teams to ensure consistency of deliverables.
  • Provide status reports and participate actively in client meetings.
  • Achieve customer delight through experience, soft skills, and solution definition.
  • Assist the sales team to understand potential client requirements and provide effort estimates.
  • Exhibit training expertise by creating case-study-quality artifacts.
  • Assist the management team in defining the capability requirements to expand the training team.
  • Leverage your experience to enhance team capabilities by actively participating in quality reviews and recommending improvements for compliance with best practices, guidelines, processes, and standards.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Instructional Designer (Contract).

Is this position full-time or contract-based?

This position is contract-based, with the potential to become a permanent employee role.

What types of projects will the Instructional Designer be working on?

The Instructional Designer will be working on Professional Services projects across various industry verticals including Publishing, Consumer Products, Healthcare, Technology, and Financial Services.

What educational qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree is required for this position.

How much experience in Instructional Design is necessary for applicants?

Applicants should have 3-5 years of relevant experience in Instructional Design and Courseware Development projects.

What skills are mandatory for this role?

Mandatory skills include proficiency in courseware development tools like Articulate Studio, Storyline, Adobe Captivate, and Lectora, as well as excellent written and verbal English language skills.

Is U.S. citizenship a requirement for this position?

Yes, U.S. citizenship is a requirement for this position.

What are the main responsibilities of the Instructional Designer?

Main responsibilities include understanding client needs, conducting needs assessments, documenting analysis results, designing various training formats, and collaborating with project teams.

Will the Instructional Designer have client-facing responsibilities?

Yes, this role is client-facing and requires consulting and subject-matter expertise.

Are there any preferred qualifications for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include certification or degree in Instructional Systems Design, Education, or related fields, flexibility to adapt to feedback, and experience with global clients.

What benefits are available for permanent employees?

Benefits for permanent employees include PTO, paid holidays, medical and dental coverage, a 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement, among others.

Is prior experience working with global clients a requirement?

Yes, experience working with global clients is a mandatory requirement for this position.

Will I need to assist the sales team in this role?

Yes, part of the responsibilities includes assisting the sales team with understanding client requirements and providing effort estimates.

What kind of training materials will the Instructional Designer create?

The Instructional Designer will create instructional videos, course outlines, interactive exercises, assessments, and job aids.

Will there be opportunities for professional growth and capability building within the team?

Yes, the role includes opportunities for capability building and enhancing team competencies through participation in quality reviews and recommending improvements.

Technology
Industry
51-200
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Contiem is a global content solutions provider that specialises in developing, managing, and delivering high-quality content for various industries, including technology, healthcare, and education. Their ultimate mission is to empower businesses by providing them with customised content solutions that drive communication, efficiency, and growth. Their purpose is to help organisations streamline their content processes through expert design, creation, and management, ensuring their messaging is clear, consistent, and impactful across all platforms and channels.