Instructional Designer

Safelite • Columbus, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Designer is a creative, strategic learning professional responsible for designing high ‑ impact learning experiences that build capability, drive performance, and elevate our programs . This role blends instructional design expertise , copywriting finesse, and strong visual storytelling to create learning that is engaging, relevant, and results ‑ driven. You’ll partner closely with L&D managers, SMEs, people business partners, and cross-functional teams to translate complex information into clear, compelling learning solutions, ensuring a consistent brand experience across all content. You’ll also lead multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining SLAs, project plans, and capacity management processes to ensure on ‑ time delivery and high ‑ quality outcomes.

Requirements

• 1-3 years Experience designing for diverse modalities (eLearning, ILT, VILT, microlearning, video, blended learning), Required
• 1-3 years Experience working on large-scale, complex, enterprise programs – collaborating with business leaders, project teams, and SMEs, Required
• Strong knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design models, learning science, and measurement and evaluation methods
• PowerPoint (Visual design, animation, storytelling) and other Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Forms)
• Strong copywriting skills – for video/training scripts, facilitator guides, job aids, and promotional articles
• Ability to plan and prioritize project workflow, organization, and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Creative problem-solving and decision-making
• Communication and collaboration across project teams and with business leaders and SMEs; ability to manage feedback, navigate ambiguity, and drive projects forward
• Knowledge of talent development frameworks and leadership development
• Proficient in layout & design and graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign)

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in Articulate Storyline or other eLearning authoring tools preferred (Rise, NovoEd, Vyond)
• Experience with Project Management tools a plus (Monday.com)
• Experience with LMS (Workday Learning) and Evaluation tools (Qualtrics, MS Forms) a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop blended learning solutions including workshops and virtual sessions, eLearning, videos, events, job aids, and graphics/visual elements.
• Ensure all content aligns to brand and quality standards, learning objectives, organizational goals, and adult learning principles.
• Write clear, concise, and engaging copy for eLearning, facilitator guides, scripts, and learner-facing materials.
• Partner with SMEs to extract, organize, and translate complex information into digestible learning.
• Collaborate with L&D Managers to design and develop leader onboarding, development programs, and enterprise learning initiatives.
• Manage stakeholder expectations, timelines, and feedback with professionalism and clarity; Hold self and partners accountable to project milestones, deliverables/deadlines, and quality standards.
• Evaluate learning effectiveness, recommend and make improvements based on learner insights and business impact; Research, test, and recommend new tools, technologies, and design approaches.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay and bonus opportunities.
• Total job benefits valued at more than $10k. This includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage plans customized to suit your needs and a commitment to work/life balance through our paid time off (PTO) programs, company holidays and paid volunteer days.
• Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees