Instructional Designer

The Home Depot • GEORGIA - VIRTUAL - GA01, GA

21d

About The Position

The Home Depot’s Learning Design & Development team creates relevant and effective learning experiences to build associate capability and drive business performance. The Instructional Designer applies instructional design expertise, learning science, emerging technologies, and AI-enabled tools to create engaging learning experiences across multiple modalities. In partnership with business partners and subject matter experts, the role translates performance needs into learning solutions and manages project execution from analysis through implementation. The designer also explores new technologies, design approaches, and AI-enabled workflows to improve efficiency, learner engagement, and learning outcomes.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be legally permitted to work in the United States.
• Have at least 3 years of work experience.
• Have proficient knowledge of instructional design and adult learning theories.
• Have proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard eLearning development tools.
• Have basic knowledge of project management principles and MS Project.
• Have excellent written communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, HR Development, Organizational Development, I/O Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent Home Depot experience.
• Ability to design learner-centered experiences that are visually engaging, contextual, and immediately applicable to the work environment.
• Working knowledge of eLearning, instructor-led, virtual instructor-led, mobile, and performance-support learning modalities.
• Experience with agile learning development or the Successive Approximation Model (SAM).
• Experience using generative AI and AI-enabled tools for learning analysis, content development, asset creation, and workflow efficiency.
• Curiosity and willingness to learn about emerging technologies and evolving learning practices.
• Knowledge of current learning technologies, digital learning trends, and modern content creation practices.
• Proficiency with modern learning technologies, AI-enabled content development platforms, and digital learning tools such as Articulate Storyline/Rise, Adobe Creative Cloud, Copilot, and Gemini.
• Experience consulting with business partners and subject matter experts to identify learning needs and recommend solutions.
• Ability to communicate professionally, provide appropriate context, and tailor messages to different audiences.
• Ability to work independently, including managing revisions and resolving issues.
• Familiarity with learning analytics, learner feedback, and data-driven evaluation methods.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop learning solutions, including eLearning, instructor-led training, distance learning, and blended learning.
• Collaborate with Learning Strategy Senior Managers and subject matter experts during analysis and throughout projects.
• Use standard development tools and software, including Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and PowerPoint.
• Communicate with project team members and effectively manage projects.
• Develop creative and innovative approaches to associate learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED