Please Note: You must have a portfolio to apply.

This full-time, W2 opportunity requires that you be located in Kentucky and able to work on an Eastern time zone schedule during normal business hours (8:30 AM to 5 PM). You’d be a great fit if:

• You believe variety is the spice of life. We work on everything from tech to soft skills. From medicine to construction to non-profit learning. 
• You’re able to make the messy clear. You hear the gobbledygook that comes from SMEs and can translate it into simple and clear language.
• You don’t mind eating elephants. ID projects are long and multi-faceted and that doesn’t scare you.
• You can see the forest for the trees. You don’t waste time focusing on minutiae and instead keep your eyes on the big picture. 
• You’re a jack of all trades AND a master of few. You’ve worked with a variety of projects and tools, and you’ve built quite the toolkit.
• You’re not afraid of getting dirty. We all pitch in where needed, from designer to reviewer to emailer to paper pusher, and we’re all okay with that.
• You’re a Zen master (or at least keep trying to achieve it). You take change and stress in stride. We work for a balance between meeting our clients’ needs and staying realistic. But sometimes, pushes need to happen, and timelines get condensed. You know where your happy place is and visit it long enough to move on.
• You really do enjoy being part of a team. We support one another in any way we can. We help each other become better and enjoy working together. While remote, this team communicates regularly and frequently. You will not be able to run off and be alone for long periods of time. 
• You know how to keep a project manager happy. You keep the PMs up-to-date so that they don’t have to chase you down. You keep things moving forward or alert your PM when plans start to look shaky. We do not operate on the defensive. Our clients should never be surprised that we aren’t meeting a deadline or need to push dates.
• You don’t just settle for meh. Perfection kills but so does mediocrity. We strive for amazing every time…whether we really hit the target or just get pretty darn close. Meh can be found anywhere. Awesome is found here.
• You’ve got some chops. We do appreciate up and coming talent, but this role requires you to have worked with a solid set of clients, as a contractor, and have a proven portfolio of client-driven work underneath you. If you haven’t built that yet, we can still use you in other ways. Just reach out for that work to help build your experience outside of this position.

Skills:

• Create story-driven, engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention and transfer of knowledge
• Proven working experience as a contracted instructional designer working with clients
• Knowledge of instructional theory, including assessment
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience with design platforms, such as Articulate, Captivate, iSpring, Vyond, Canva, InDesign
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to effectively convey technical information to non-technical colleagues and clients
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous deadlines
• Ability to work with Subject Matter Experts to glean insights and keep them on track
• Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts
• Visual design skills and ability to write scripts and storyboard

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and design of instructional materials, including e-learning modules, instructor-led training, and blended learning solutions.
• Communicate and collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather and analyze content requirements.
• Support the creation of storyboards, scripts, and other instructional design documents.
• Utilize authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise, Vyond, Camtasia, Captivate, etc.) to develop engaging and interactive learning experiences.
• Conduct basic quality assurance reviews to ensure content accuracy and functionality.
• Assist in the deployment and maintenance of online courses in client Learning Management Systems (LMSs).
• Provide administrative support for training programs, including scheduling, tracking participation, and compiling feedback.
• Stay current with trends in instructional design and educational technology.

Qualifications (Required):

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Education, or a related field (or currently pursuing a degree in these areas).
• 3-5 years of experience as an instructional designer and e-learning developer who has created e-learning experience and materials for instructor-led training in a client-based relationship. Strong portfolio required.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) and Google Workspace.
• Expertise with e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Rise and Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Vyond, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Previous experience in instructional design or educational content development for client-based work. Must have prior professional experience as an instructional designer for corporations or private sector organizations. Transitioning teachers must have experience outside of education in corporate and agency setting.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMSs).
• Basic graphic design and multimedia editing skills (e.g., Photoshop, Camtasia, Canva).

Position Specifications:

• Fully remote position.
• Must be able to work within the hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST.
• Annual salary range: $55,000 – $65,000 depending on experience, depth and breadth of expertise.
• Will require a completed non-compete/non-conflict agreement.

Benefits:

Story Arc Learning offers an unlimited PTO policy after your first 90 days to allow employees to stay creative, refreshed, and well-balanced while still meeting the needs of our clients and our team.

About Story Arc Learning

About Organization

A woman-owned small business providing instructional design support to organizations from diverse industries and backgrounds including healthcare, pharma, construction, education, and social services. Our team of designers specializes in working with highly complex, technical content that can be translated into rich, story-driven learning experiences.