Instructional Designer I

  • Location: Jackson, Michigan
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #102832

About the Role
We are seeking an Instructional Designer with strong foundational ID skills and hands-on video production experience to support training across a utilities environment. This role is ideal for an early-career instructional designer (2–3 years of experience) who is equally comfortable designing learning experiences and getting behind the camera to produce engaging, high-quality video-based training.

You will design, develop, and maintain learning solutions that support operational, technical, safety, and customer-focused training, with a strong emphasis on video as a key delivery method.

Core Instructional Design Skills

  • Apply instructional design principles and adult learning theory to create effective, engaging learning solutions
  • Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to analyze learning needs and translate complex utility concepts into clear, learner-centered content
  • Design and develop training deliverables, including:
    • Instructor-led and virtual instructor-led training (ILT/VILT)
    • E-learning modules
    • Microlearning assets
    • Video-based learning solutions
  • Create storyboards, scripts, and learning outlines aligned to performance objectives
  • Maintain and update existing learning materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and relevance
  • Ensure learning solutions meet accessibility, usability, and quality standards

Video Production (Pre-Production, Production & Post-Production)

  • Lead video pre-production activities, including:
    • Writing video scripts and interview questions
    • Creating shot lists and production plans
    • Coordinating schedules, locations, and SMEs
  • Set up and conduct video shoots, including:
    • Camera, lighting, and basic audio setup
    • Coaching on-screen participants as needed
  • Perform post-production editing, including:
    • Syncing audio and video
    • Trimming and cutting footage
    • Adding titles, lower thirds, callouts, and simple animated elements
    • Incorporating graphics, screen recordings, or motion elements as appropriate
  • Optimize videos for different delivery platforms (LMS, intranet, mobile, etc.)
  • Follow brand, style, and quality standards for all video assets

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