Instructional Designer (FT, Contract)
About The Position
BrightSpark is a creative learning and development studio on a mission to make learning feel bold, human, and beautifully crafted. We design people-first training experiences for hospitality, tourism, and service-driven brands, blending creativity, strategy, and heart to help people thrive. We are a Savannah-based, remote-first company made up of curious, detail-loving professionals who care deeply about learning with purpose. Our work is grounded in our core values of Community, Inspiration, and Fun. We are looking for a full-time Instructional Designer to join our team on a 3-month contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent role based on performance and business needs. This role is ideal for an early-career Instructional Designer who has a strong foundation and is ready to grow quickly. You may not have years of experience yet, but you have solid visual instincts, a clean design style, and a genuine curiosity about how learning works. You will receive hands-on mentoring and feedback, while also taking real responsibility for meaningful client work from day one.
Requirements
- Some experience creating learning content, professional, academic, or self-initiated
- A portfolio that shows clean layouts, thoughtful design choices, and attention to detail
- Strong visual instincts and a clear, modern design style
- Comfort working with digital and visual tools, even if still developing proficiency
- Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, or InDesign
- Familiarity with ClickUp or another project management tool is helpful
- Strong attention to detail, especially in layout and proofreading
- A growth mindset and openness to feedback
- Clear communication and a collaborative approach to work
- Ability to work full time and commute to Savannah weekly for in-person collaboration
- Legal eligibility to work in the United States
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Articulate 360 is a plus
- Experience in hospitality, tourism, or service-based industries
- Familiarity with basic instructional design models
- Experience with video editing tools such as Camtasia
Responsibilities
- Support the design and development of learning experiences grounded in clarity and intention
- Turn ideas, outlines, and content into structured, learner-friendly flows
- Create clean, polished layouts across eLearning, slide decks, and workbooks
- Apply a sharp eye for spacing, hierarchy, and visual clarity
- Collaborate closely with leadership, team members, and subject matter experts
- Join weekly in-person collaboration days in Savannah
- Use feedback to strengthen your work and grow your confidence
- Manage your time and tasks using ClickUp
- Keep your work organized, accurate, and easy for others to pick up
Benefits
- Full-time, 3-month contract role
- Clear potential to transition into a permanent position
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working model with weekly in-person collaboration in Savannah
- Hands-on mentoring and on-the-job learning
- Real responsibility on client projects from day one
- Portfolio-building work across hospitality and service brands
- Exposure to industry tools and learning frameworks
- Inclusive, supportive, and people-first work culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
