Instructional Designer

Learnitude - Washington, DC

Part-time - Entry Level

Washington, DC

About the position

The Instructional Designer at Learnitude Inc. is a junior-level position focused on designing and developing engaging learning experiences for diverse audiences. This role requires collaboration with a cross-functional team and the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate will create compelling content and support evolving training requirements while ensuring accessibility and effectiveness in learning resources.

Responsibilities

• Consult, train, and collaborate with the project team and subject matter experts (SMEs) to develop and integrate educational technologies.
• Utilize the instructional design process to define, develop, field-test, and evaluate learning experiences and assets.
• Design learning resources that are accessible and effective for learners of all levels.
• Use instructional design methodologies and best practices to ensure quality and consistency.
• Write concise, creative, and effective instruction.
• Collaborate with various partners to understand and support the target audience's training strengths, preferences, needs, and culture.
• Create engaging learning activities and compelling content, including exercises that enhance the learning process.
• Develop supporting materials and media such as audio, video, simulations, role-plays, and games.
• Collaborate with the learning resource designer to provide visual design support for the project team.
• Assess and implement current trends and best practices in learning technologies and instructional design.

Requirements

• Two - five years' experience related to the listed job responsibilities.
• Undergraduate degree in adult education, educational technology, training, or related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design and learning theories.
• Familiarity with authoring platforms such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Creative, or Canva.
• Ability to work and communicate in a fast-paced and collaborative team environment using modern technologies.
• Attention to detail in work products with a commitment to quality and learner satisfaction.
• Proven strength in providing customer service to clients, SMEs, and learners.
• Understanding of visual design principles.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Sound judgment and confidentiality with personal and sensitive information.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in international development, either supporting federal clients or working with international organizations on foreign assistance programs.
• Familiarity with gamification and incorporating game elements into digital learning for increased engagement and motivation.
• Continued professional development and seeking out opportunities to grow professionally.
• Fluency in a language in addition to English.

Benefits

• Part-time, hourly position with potential for increased hours and projects.