Instructional Designer

Summary

Join Instructure, a company that empowers people to grow and succeed, as an innovative instructional designer. You will be part of a fully remote team, creating exceptional online learning experiences for clients. Your responsibilities include designing and developing engaging course content in Canvas LMS, utilizing graphic design software, and incorporating best practices like UDL and WCAG 2.1 AA standards. You will collaborate with instructors and subject matter experts to deliver high-quality online learning experiences. You will also deliver workshops and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Instructure offers competitive benefits, including flexible schedules, generous paid time off, wellness programs, and learning and development stipends.

Requirements

• Exceptional instructional design experience in Canvas LMS is a must!
• A strong portfolio demonstrating mad skills in designing and building eLearning experiences, incorporating graphic design assets, within Canvas for web and mobile platforms
• A broad background in creating engaging digital content while applying instructional design best practices and incorporating learning/edtech theories
• An understanding of key design concepts such as WCAG 2.1 Accessibility Guidelines, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and copyright
• A specialized skill set in advanced graphic design software (Illustrator, Photoshop, Google Draw, etc.)
• Experience with basic HTML, instructional design software, authoring tools, and LTIs
• Strong written and verbal communication, as well as excellent active listening skills, that promotes effective meetings with clients, designers, and the Instructure team
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting multiple project deadlines
• An ability to present resources and facilitate conversation in a professional and polished manner
• A bachelor’s degree in education, design, marketing, or other design-related fields

Responsibilities

• Create an unparalleled customer experience by consulting and collaborating with client-based institutional leadership teams to design and build world-class online learning experiences
• Design, curate, create, revise, align, and structure content, activities, and assessments in Canvas LMS along with Canvas Credentials, Mastery Connect and/or Elevate Standards Alignment to align with learning objectives
• Utilize graphic design software (Illustrator, Photoshop, Google Draw, Adobe Stock, etc.) to design original visual assets for course development
• Leverage HTML skills and the functionality of the Rich Content Editor in Canvas to create course content that meets or exceeds WCAG 2.1 AA standards
• Work with instructors, SMEs (subject matter experts), and/or curriculum writers to develop engaging online learning experiences for all types of Canvas courses (brick and mortar, fully online, hybrid, self-paced, blended learning, etc.)
• Incorporate best practices and Universal Design for Learning Guidelines into course design for innovative and engaging learning
• Deliver onsite or remote workshops (e.g. custom course, delivery of workshop, course as a resource for continuing education) as needed
• Build and maintain professional relationships with instructors, SMEs, and stakeholders
• Communicate with stakeholders regarding course design elements, goals, deadlines, and objectives
• Coordinate and manage multiple projects at once small to medium in size including tracking hours, identifying key deliverables and recommendations, and providing ongoing communication to stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• An understanding of credentialing, assessments, & alignment is a plus
• A Master’s degree in instructional design, adult learning, education technology, curriculum & instruction or other design-related fields is a plus, but not required

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and participation in Instructure’s equity program
• Flexible schedules and a remote-friendly culture, with hybrid or onsite work based on business needs
• Generous paid time off, including global holidays and our annual “Dim the Lights” company-wide shutdown from December 26 to December 31
• Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
• Annual learning and development stipends to support your growth
• We provide the technology and tools you need to do your best work—typically a Mac, with PC options available in some locations
• A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection