Sr. Instructional Designer

University of Miami - Coral Gables, FL

Full-time - Mid Level

Coral Gables, FL

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Instructional Designer at the University of Miami is responsible for planning and implementing engaging learning activities and course content tailored to meet the needs of a specific target audience. This role also involves leading and providing guidance to lower-level instructional designers, ensuring the development of effective instructional materials and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Work with subject matter experts to conduct needs assessments and identify new development needs.
• Design and create engaging learning activities and course content that enhances retention and transfer.
• Identify methodologies for delivering curated content.
• Research and evaluate new technologies for instructional opportunities.
• State instructional end goals and create matching content.
• Visualize instructional graphics, user interfaces, and finished products.
• Determine aesthetics and context for instructional materials to avoid overwhelming learners.
• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts.
• Apply instructional design theories, practices, and methods.
• Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process.
• Create supporting materials such as audio, video, simulations, and games.
• Develop assessment instruments to judge learner performance.
• Evaluate instructional effectiveness.
• Maintain project documentation and course folders.
• Provide guidance to lower-level instructional designers as needed.
• Adhere to university policies and safeguard university assets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; a combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, reports, and correspondence accurately.
• Effective communication skills in both oral and written forms.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in completing assignments.
• Problem recognition, analysis, and solving skills.
• Discretion in processing and handling confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in computer software, including Microsoft Office.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with media design and creation skills.
• Familiarity with LMS tools and educational technologies.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in instructional design and distance learning.