Instructional Designer, Amazon Talent Acquisition Learning & Development

$57,900 - $123,800/Yr

Amazon - Arlington, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Arlington, VA

10,001+ employees

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About the position

The Instructional Designer role at Amazon Talent Acquisition Learning & Development focuses on developing and managing large-scale learning programs for various recruitment roles. The position requires a strong background in instructional design and adult education, with an emphasis on creating engaging e-learning experiences. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess a passion for learning, and be adept at building relationships while driving continuous improvement in learning strategies.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects through the design life cycle from scoping, research and analysis, design, development, and launch.
• Communicate with key partners, including subject matter experts, key leadership, and end users.
• Identify learning objectives, assess learners, performance outcomes, and evaluative strategies to deliver instruction.
• Manage the development of instructional materials such as eLearning, job aids, tutorials, and video materials.
• Direct and guide learning design for internal and/or external subject matter experts.
• Utilize instructional design frameworks and maintain consistency across training projects.
• Adhere to accessibility standards and best practices to ensure inclusive learning experiences.
• Complete quality assurance measures and content audits for new and existing training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or 5+ years of experience in Learning Design, Instructional Design, Adult Education, Learning Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience designing and developing advanced e-Learning using tools such as Articulate, Adobe CS, Vyond, and Camtasia.
• Experience using measurement and data to drive learning interventions.
• Experience working with subject matter experts and program stakeholders to design curriculum.
• Experience with administrative tasks in a learning management system.
• 7+ years' experience designing online instructional activities to support adult learners.
• Project management experience from conception and design through implementation, measurement and continuous improvement.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience using quantitative and/or qualitative research methods.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Innovative and proactive problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Medical, financial, and other benefits
• Equity and sign-on payments as part of total compensation package