Instructional Design Specialist

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re looking to hire an Instructional Design Specialist for a dynamic and innovative team. Join us to leverage your creativity and technical skills in a role that emphasizes both design and development.

You’ll be responsible for managing your own work under the guidance of a project lead, focusing approximately 90% of your time on design and development. This role involves creating and developing training materials from inception to execution for American Funds Service Groups (AFSG) client services-based departments. A portfolio or personal website showcasing past work is appreciated.

Instructional Design Specialist Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Project Leads and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to design, create, and develop training materials.
• Focus on design and development within the ADDIE model, specifically for Design and Development phases.
• Develop training materials in various modalities, including ILT/VILT, eLearning, self-paced, and virtual classroom formats.
• Utilize Articulate 360 (Storyline and Rise), Camtasia, and other tools for video development and editing.
• Manage documents and materials using Microsoft Office 365 Suite and intermediate MS SharePoint Online experience.
• Identify areas for improvement within training processes and technologies, and recommend solutions.

Must Haves:

• Proficiency in Articulate 360 - Storyline and Rise
• Experience with Camtasia for video development and editing
• Ability to design and develop training content in ILT/VILT, eLearning, self-paced, and virtual classroom formats
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office 365 Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Intermediate experience with MS SharePoint Online (loading, checking in, and checking out documents)

Nice to Have:

• Experience with Captivate
• Skills in Adobe Audition, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Familiarity with the NovoEd Learning Platform
• Graphic design experience
• Experience with recording and editing audio
• Knowledge of the ADDIE model, including Analysis, Implementation, and Evaluation phases
• Experience in designing and developing assessments/tests

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of instructional design and adult learning theories, focusing on design and development
• Ability to prioritize and manage work effectively in a timely manner
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, time management, and multi-tasking abilities
• Learning agility for adapting to new work assignments
• Capability to collaborate effectively with local or remote teams
• Proactive in identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions

Note: While the position is listed with San Antonio as the site, this role is fully remote and open to candidates within the continental US.

To explore this Instructional Design Specialist opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will connect with you, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.