Elearning development lead

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Elearning development lead (contract) • Metro Vancouver, BC

Limestone Learning is looking for one or more experienced Metro Vancouver-based elearning development leads to join our team. This role is a blend of individual contribution and team leadership and will continue to evolve as we grow. Our team members typically work on contract on a per-project basis.

The successful candidate(s) will possess a blend of solid instructional design capabilities, elearning experience, creativity, excellent writing and editing skills, team leadership experience and a strong, dependable work ethic. We're looking for people we can count on to create awesome work with careful attention to detail while exceeding client expectations.

Must-haves

• Strong portfolio of previous experience in all aspects of analysis, design and development for elearning.

• Proven experience designing creative learning solutions and developing them using Articulate Storyline and Articulate Rise.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

• Experience managing an elearning development team.

• Capable of working effectively to a timeline and budget.

• Located in the Metro Vancouver area. (Note: work is primarily remote; however, the successful candidate must be able to attend occasional in-person meetings locally.)

Core responsibilities

• Designing and executing deliverables (instructional design plans, outlines, storyboards, voiceover scripts, course builds, etc.) that align with scope and are realistic, thorough and complete.

• Assessing source materials for each project to understand the core intent, identify gaps, and gather questions.

• Working with team members, clients and subject matter experts to close content gaps and establish learning architecture.

• Bringing each project to life through instructionally sound, creative, and immersive design.

• Working with graphic designers to establish appropriate design templates and carrying these through in project builds.

• Following company and client processes and standards.

• Managing work time effectively, tracking hours and meeting deadlines.

• Maintaining a high level of attention to detail: developing materials that are grammatically correct and error-free, listening to and delivering on client's true needs.

• Troubleshooting technical issues related to development tools and content delivery platforms.

• Participating in project planning and scoping, while working closely with project managers to keep them informed regarding project scope and timeline.

• Providing instructional design leadership on projects; reviewing deliverables of other team members and giving feedback with clarity and tact.

• Receiving feedback from internal and external sources in a professional manner and integrating it into project deliverables.

• Communicating effectively with all project team members.

• Providing exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills, qualifications and experience

• A minimum of 5 years of successful experience designing and developing elearning, including developing to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards.

• Strong knowledge of instructional design methodologies and approaches.

• Proven ability to develop successful courses using elearning authoring tools, such as Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia and Vyond.

• Possess a keen design sense to evaluate and enhance course content, ensuring visual appeal and engagement.

• Familiarity with SCORM technical standards and learning management systems (LMS).

• Proficiency using scheduling, productivity and communication tools, including Gantt charts, spreadsheets, and conferencing systems.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and PowerPoint, particularly as used in the development of instructional content.

• Successful experience creating and working to project budgets and timelines.

• Exceptional troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong writing and editing skills.

• Previous experience managing and supervising fellow team members.

• Previous experience working directly with clients.

If you think you might be a fit for this role, we look forward to hearing from you! We invite you to apply with a resume and portfolio examples using the form below by end of day Friday, June 28. We'll be in touch with short-listed candidates after the deadline has passed.