Sr Instructional Designer

$70,200 - $137,800/Yr

UnitedHealth Group - Louisville, KY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Louisville, KY

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About the position

The Senior Instructional Designer at Optum is responsible for creating and converting learning programs into online formats, utilizing innovative design strategies. This role involves leading design efforts, mentoring other designers, and collaborating with business partners to enhance learning outcomes. The position offers the flexibility to work remotely and focuses on improving health equity through effective training solutions.

Responsibilities

• Utilize a systems approach to curriculum design, re-design, and development.
• Participate in the planning, development, and evaluation of learning programs.
• Create or convert existing instructor-led curriculum into an online learning format.
• Define learning objectives for various training programs.
• Lead multiple designers working on common design-related goals and mentor other Instructional Designers.
• Define processes and standards for instructional design.
• Build collaborative partnerships with peers and business partners.
• Develop strategic roadmaps for larger scale projects and forecast design capabilities.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience designing and developing engaging and effective learning programs using successful strategies with an agile approach.
• 5+ years of experience with Storyline, Camtasia, or equivalent online learning development tools.
• Experience in conducting learning analysis and immersive learning concepts.
• Experience incorporating multiple media elements into learning programs including audio, video, animation, simulation, and graphics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles and needs assessment techniques.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft 365 products (Word, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.).
• Proven ability to produce quality results using rapid development and/or iterative models and tools.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with a healthcare organization.
• Experience with facilitation.
• Demonstrated project management, planning, analytical, time management, and facilitation skills.
• Proven ability to influence peers/leaders when sharing solutions for effective learning strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to work through ambiguity.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution