Instructional Designer

Description

We are Xpan!

Since 2001, Xpan has been at the leading edge of global learning and development in a range of sectors, creating comprehensive and impactful training solutions that transform learning experiences. Our company is remote-first with personnel across the country! Our diverse workforce welcomes members of every community. Our blended learning solutions leverage the latest in learning technologies—such as 3D simulations, Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), eLearning courses and enhanced classroom experiences — Xpan consistently delivers high-performance training solutions for any learning need.

Summary

Xpan’s Instructional Designers are part of a learning team developing quality content for digital learning applications. We focus on developing curriculum that adheres to the core principles of adult learning, ensuring the Knowledge Experience adheres to approved style guides, and is presented with one voice. Our instructional designers are responsible for updating, maintaining, designing, and developing educational tools, templates, and demonstrations. This role interacts with other multimedia specialists and may be required to help with additional development of graphical and eLearning education materials.

Here's What You’ll Do

• Write, design, repurpose, edit, and proof curriculum and content for different reading levels, styles/voice, and target audience.
• Contribute to the development of eLearning templates, storyboards, and wireframe designs, by planning learning activities and interactivities.
• Assist in the development of blended eLearning solutions.
• Assist others as needed in the design and development of education-based projects.
• Ensure that completed eLearning deliverables meet Xpan quality standards.
• Work seamlessly within a larger team, including multimedia developers, and 3D artists to ensure the integration of diverse expertise.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely and budget-compliant project delivery.
• Identify project risks and contribute to effective problem-solving solutions.
• Collaborate directly with clients to understand their learning needs and provide expert guidance.
• Ensure a consistently high standard of client service.

Here’s What You Need

• Certificate or Degree in Education, Instructional Design, or Technical Communication, or similar.
• At least five years of experience in the learning, communications, or multimedia fields.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of design and development methodologies for eLearning courses, simulations, and demos.
• Experience in implementing web-based enterprise solutions (LMS, LCMS knowledge a plus).
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).

If you have a portfolio or samples of your writing or previous work, please share it with your application.

As a global company, we want to ensure our team is reflective of the diverse voices that we serve. If you feel this is a position you can grow into, we encourage you to apply, even if not all requirements or qualifications are met.