Lead Instructional Designer

This is a remote position.

Job Title: Lead Instructional Designer

Position Summary

We are seeking a Lead Instructional Designer with extensive experience designing enterprise learning solutions for digital, virtual, and instructor-led environments. This role will lead the end-to-end development of learning programs, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive instructional design best practices to deliver engaging, high-impact learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of instructor-led, virtual, and eLearning solutions.
  
• Partner with business leaders and subject matter experts to analyze learning needs and develop effective learning strategies.
  
• Create instructional materials including curricula, storyboards, facilitator guides, learner guides, assessments, job aids, and multimedia content.
  
• Provide guidance on instructional design methodologies, adult learning principles, and learning technologies.
  
• Manage multiple learning initiatives, project timelines, and stakeholder expectations.
  
• Oversee content publishing, maintenance, and reporting within Learning Management Systems (LMS).
  
• Evaluate learning effectiveness using feedback, assessments, and performance metrics to support continuous improvement.
  
• Mentor junior instructional designers and contribute to learning governance, standards, and best practices.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent professional experience in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Education, Organizational Development, or a related discipline.
  
• 8+ years of experience designing and developing enterprise learning solutions, including instructor-led, virtual, and web-based training.
  
• 5+ years of experience leading or managing instructional design projects and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
  
• Advanced experience with Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
  
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word and PowerPoint.
  
• Exceptional instructional writing, communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality learning solutions in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, or other eLearning authoring and multimedia development tools.
  
• Audio and video production/editing experience.
  
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG), xAPI/SCORM, and learning analytics.
  
• Familiarity with AI-assisted content development and modern digital learning technologies.
  
• Basic scripting, programming, or multimedia development experience is considered an asset.