Instructional Designer
Summary
Remote junior instructional designer on the L&D team of a holistic health company: analyzes learning needs, builds storyboards, e-learning modules, assessments and facilitator guides, and publishes courses to an LMS. Core tools include Articulate Storyline 360/Rise or Adobe Captivate, MS Office, and SCORM/xAPI standards.
This is a remote position.
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated Junior Instructional Designer to join our Learning & Development team. In this role, you will support the design and development of engaging, effective learning experiences across e-learning, blended, and instructor-led formats. Working closely with senior instructional designers, subject matter experts (SMEs), and stakeholders, you will help translate learning needs into well-structured content that drives knowledge retention and performance improvement.
Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate with senior instructional designers and SMEs to analyze learning needs and define clear learning objectives.
• Design and develop learning materials including storyboards, e-learning modules, job aids, facilitator guides, participant workbooks, and assessments.
• Apply adult learning principles, instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM, or similar), and accessibility standards (WCAG) in content development.
• Create interactive e-learning courses using authoring tools and ensure content is engaging, concise, and aligned with learning outcomes.
• Develop assessments, quizzes, and knowledge checks that effectively measure learner progress.
• Review and revise existing learning content for accuracy, clarity, and instructional effectiveness.
• Support the implementation of courses on Learning Management Systems (LMS) and assist with basic course publishing and testing.
• Gather and incorporate feedback from SMEs, stakeholders, and learners to improve learning solutions.
• Maintain organized project documentation, version control, and content libraries.
• Stay updated on instructional design best practices, emerging learning technologies, and tools.
Requirements
Required Qualifications & Skills
• 5-8 years of hands-on experience in instructional design, e-learning development, or a closely related L&D role.
• Working knowledge of instructional design models and adult learning theory.
• Experience creating storyboards and developing basic to intermediate e-learning modules.
• Proficiency with at least one major authoring tool (Articulate Storyline 360, Rise, Adobe Captivate, or similar).
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to write clear, learner-friendly content.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and basic multimedia tools.
• Understanding of assessment design and basic evaluation methods.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Basic knowledge of accessibility and inclusive design principles.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (Moodle, Cornerstone, TalentLMS, Docebo, or similar).
• Familiarity with graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator) or basic video editing.
• Exposure to microlearning, scenario-based learning, or gamification elements.
• Knowledge of SCORM/xAPI standards.
• Experience working in a corporate L&D, edtech, or consulting environment.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Education, Communication, Psychology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
Soft Skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new tools and methodologies
• Collaborative mindset and ability to receive and incorporate feedback
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Clear verbal and written communication