Instructional Designer III

ISACA

11d

About The Position

The Instructional Designer III is part of a multi-disciplinary creative team designing learning solutions for instructor-led curriculum, e-learning, and blended learning experiences for a variety of content areas. This role will take a proactive approach to designing, developing, and delivering highly effective learning assets as a key contributor in our Product Development team. This role will develop creative digital learning solutions, standardize department processes and procedures, and aggregate content from subject matter experts, vendors, members, constituents, and volunteers.

Requirements

BA or BS degree in Training and Development, Instructional Design or related field from an accredited university or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
7+ years of relevant experience in a similar role or capacity, with a demonstrated record of success.
Education program development
Adult learning techniques and practices
Online learning design, delivery, and management
Extensive experience with eLearning content authoring tools including Articulate Storyline and Articulate Rise.
Some experience with Adobe Captivate and Camtasia.
LMS management
Multimedia skills
Proven expertise in instructional design using instructional technology
Excellent knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models
Lesson and curriculum planning skills
Ability to storyboard and write effective copy for instructional text, audio scripts/video scripts
Experience in user interface design, graphic design, and developing storyboards
LMS administration of virtual courses, webinars, and online materials
Team player with the ability to build strong working relationships: Internally across functional areas within ISACA Externally with vendors, suppliers, members, constituents, and volunteers from multiple different industries and backgrounds
Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
Strong awareness and commitment to the importance of meeting/exceedng deadlines and goals for all activities under the professional development area.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including interview skills and the ability to present new ideas, approaches, and information clearly
Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills including ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Diligent work ethic and insatiable desire to learn and develop skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Experience with video and sound multimedia (preferred)
Occasional travel may be required to attend company-sponsored events, meetings, or all-hands gatherings.

Nice To Haves

MS degree in Training and Development or Instructional Design from an accredited university
10+ years of relevant experience in a similar role or capacity, with a demonstrated record of success.
Professional Association/volunteer engagement
Non-profit
Global experience
Multi-lingual
Knowledge of ISACA and its mission
Familiarity with ISACA content domains, including IT, IS Audit, Information Security, IT Risk, Cybersecurity, Governance and CMMI.
Adult Learning Certificate
Certificate in Distance Learning Technologies

Responsibilities

Develop high-quality learning products based on performance-learning objectives.
Implement best practices and branding guidelines on learning deliverables.
Apply adult learning theory and structured methodology to the instructional design process to ensure learning effectiveness.
Lead content aggregation activities, including: Identifying & collecting information for course content development from various sources including written materials, previous training courses, and other resources Analyzing aggregated content to create storyboards and draft screen layouts, content, flow, graphics, audio script, and interactions. These deliverables will both demonstrate the knowledge of adult learning principles and incorporate the best practice delivery techniques.
Drive communication and collaboration with subject matter experts (SMEs), including: Extracting information via informational interviews to inform content creation Setting clear expectations for development and reviews
Proactively update processes across the Instructional Design team including: Making recommendations for continuous improvements when necessary and documenting new Standard Operating Procedures as needed.
Enhancing existing deliverables with content updates, branding, look and feel, and create new delivery modalities to elevate current offerings.
Maintaining project documentation and course folders and materials for all products.
Lead development initiatives with third-party vendors and use solid project management skills to manage the development of complex training courses and/or curriculum and revision of curriculum utilizing instructional design methodology to create ILT, virtual, elearning and blended learning solutions to create meaningful course interactions to increase learning and retention.
Lead the development of learning products for delivery across multiple platforms, effectively utilizing course-authoring software, features on the learning experience platform and emerging educational technologies.
Facilitate communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams and SMEs to develop, support and deliver virtual and web-based courses, leveraging and optimizing learning delivery platform features and functionality.
Develop new digital products for various delivery modalities, including but not limited to mobile applications, websites, microsites, audio and video.
Manage projects efficiently to ensure on-time completion, anticipation of roadblocks, proactive resolution and clear communication of project timelines and requirements.
Manage volunteer engagement to support learning programs.