Overview 

The Lead Instructional Designer will consult and coordinate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to manage and design comprehensive learning experiences utilizing various authoring tools and applying adult learning theory to achieve desired outcomes tied to our business strategies. They will take a creative approach to the delivery and communication of content to ensure high learner engagement and support multiple initiatives across the enterprise. We are seeking a candidate with strong project management skills, as this role involves running large-scale, multi-faceted programs and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have the ability to connect the dots between L&D and business functions, demonstrating critical thinking and agility in adapting to evolving business needs. 

For internal & external candidates: This role can be based from most Breakthru Beverage office location to accommodate the hybrid work schedule (2 days in the office, 3 days from home). 

Responsibilities 

• Leads the design and development of comprehensive learning experiences in various delivery methods, including eLearning, instructor-led training, and blended learning. 
• Leverages instructional design processes, including performance consulting. Collaborates with subject matter experts to define learning objectives, manage workflows, develop measurement criteria, and write communications and execution plans. 
• Ensures alignment with organizational goals and measurable outcomes. 
• Demonstrates a process-oriented mindset, showcasing strong project management skills. 
• Leverages emerging technologies and methodologies in conjunction with key instructional design principles to ensure successful outcomes for learning interventions. 
• Evaluates and owns the management of L&D software and collaboration tools. 
• Develops and maintains learning brand standards and templates to ensure a programmatic delivery of the learning experience. 
• Collaborates with LMS administrator – can support course upload, testing, assignment, and reporting. 
• Creatively approaches the delivery of content to ensure high learner engagement via audio, video, simulations, games, and interactive tools, including scripting and recording. 
• Establishes and tracks metrics to evaluate training effectiveness. 
• May collaborate with vendors that provide training materials or conduct training. 
• Can facilitate, produce workshops, and run train-the-trainer programs to coach trainers in business. 
• Other duties, as assigned by the jobholder’s supervisor, may also be required. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or equivalent training and work experience 
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in building L&D experiences 
• Strong knowledge of instructional design and adult learner principles, multimedia techniques, and eLearning development tools such as Articulate 360 (Rise and Storyline), Camtasia, or equivalent. 
• Ability to identify learner needs, analyze and interpret content and create engaging course experiences 
• Experience in developing content for various modalities, including web-based, mobile, virtual and blended learning 
• Advanced PC skills using MS Office and other various computer programs including Adobe Acrobat and others 
• Must be a results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as customer service, problem-solving abilities and organizational skills 
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines 
• Analytic and Reporting skills 
• Utilize sound judgement and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-volume, team environment and collaborate, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in graphic design, video production, and LMS administration (specifically SuccessFactors or Workday Learning) 
• Familiar with the latest industry trends and technology (such as the use of AI in course development 
• Instructional Design and/or similar certifications from an accredited institution 
• Experience facilitating in both live and virtual environment 

Physical Requirements: 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to remain in a stationary position at times; communicate, and operate a computer and telephone 

Competencies: 

• May help coordinate the work of junior members of the team. 
• Resolves issues which are often varied and non-routine. Undertakes analysis and investigation to solve issues. 

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of individual jobholders may vary from the above description. 

EEO Statement 

Breakthru Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available Here, if you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call (708) 298-3536 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. 

Category 

Human Resources