Instructional Designer

$83,200 - $93,600/Yr

Unclassified - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

New York, NY

About the position

The Instructional Designer - II position at Smartfox Solutions is a contract role focused on developing and delivering impactful training programs for employees across various levels of the organization. The role emphasizes the integration of emerging technologies and innovative instructional design strategies to enhance learning experiences, ensuring alignment with the company's values and leadership behaviors. The successful candidate will work closely with the Learning & Development team to create effective learning solutions that meet the evolving needs of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize the learning experience using various formats and technologies, including live, virtual, e-Learning, and Generative AI.
• Design and develop training programs and content that are optimized for scale, impact, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Utilize various learning modalities to upskill employees in foundational and advanced capabilities.
• Create supplemental toolkits to reinforce and scale the impact of learning experiences.
• Conduct needs assessments and analyze data to improve existing learning content.
• Enhance instructional design strategies by leveraging industry best practices and trends.
• Support complex instructional design projects from conception through post-launch evaluation.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define learning objectives.
• Manage multiple content design projects while maintaining high standards of quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Learning and Development, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in instructional design with a proven track record of creating effective learning experiences.
• Demonstrated experience with a portfolio showcasing innovative instructional design and technology integration.
• Strong interest in emerging technology and its application in learning environments.
• Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Rise, Synthesia) and Learning Management Systems (LMS).
• Strong project management, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems in a dynamic environment.
• Passion for innovation and commitment to staying informed on advancements in AI technologies.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Synthesia (3 years preferred).

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay of $40.00 - $45.00 per hour.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.