Instructional Designer

Role overview

Our client is looking for a seasoned Instructional Designer who can build engaging learning experiences that align with business goals and help employees grow. This contract opportunity sits within a collaborative environment and centers on creating high-quality training content using current learning tools and sound instructional design practices.

The position calls for someone who is confident working on their own in a fast-moving setting and who has deep experience producing e-learning, virtual classroom training, and performance support resources.

Core responsibilities

• Use the ADDIE framework to build effective learning solutions.
• Review source materials and business needs to define learning goals and training requirements.
• Develop e-learning modules in Articulate Storyline and Rise.
• Produce virtual instructor-led training materials and facilitator notes.
• Create storyboards, job aids, learner manuals, and other supporting training assets.
• Work with Camtasia, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word to develop learning deliverables.
• Adhere to approved templates, standards, and development procedures.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, subject matter experts, and project teams.
• Handle several projects at once while keeping to deadlines.
• Monitor project status and share clear progress updates.
• Spot potential risks or blockers and raise them promptly.
• Operate independently with limited oversight while preserving quality.

Required experience and qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in instructional design, learning and development, or training content development.
• Strong familiarity with instructional design methods, especially ADDIE.
• Practical experience with Articulate 360, Storyline, Rise, Camtasia, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word.
• Background creating e-learning courses.
• Experience building virtual instructor-led training (VILT).
• Ability to develop storyboards, job aids, and other performance support tools.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Comfort managing multiple priorities and deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong planning and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred background

• Bachelor’s degree in Learning & Performance, Education, Human Resources, Organizational Design, or a related discipline.
• Experience in healthcare, insurance, or another regulated industry.
• Experience supporting consumer-facing organizations.
• Comfort working with cross-functional partners and business stakeholders.

Why this role stands out

• Fully remote position.
• Chance to support enterprise-level learning initiatives.
• Hands-on exposure to modern learning platforms and authoring tools.
• Collaborative team culture with strong involvement from stakeholders.
• Opportunity to shape learning experiences that contribute to business change.
• Visibility across several business areas and projects.

Additional information

This is a remote contract role based in the United States. The posting does not specify compensation, openings, start date, duration, or application deadline. Candidates with a genuine interest in instructional design, e-learning creation, and impactful learning solutions are encouraged to be considered.