Instructional Designer

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

6d • $84,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The USC Rossier School of Education invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible, hybrid work schedule Instructional Designer fixed-term position with an annual contract. The Instructional Designer will work with Rossier faculty to leverage technology and innovative learning solutions to enhance instruction. The candidate will be responsible for supporting academic programs, guided by the Rossier Mission to advance educational equity. The candidate will work as part of a team of Instructional Designers and will report to the Manager of Instructional Design and Development. Applicants must have: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in instructional design, instructional technology, or a closely related field. Dedication to a customer-centric approach. Experience with video recording and editing, and the use of digital media and web technologies for educational purposes. Proficiency in utilizing learning management systems, such as D2L Brightspace, Blackboard, and Canvas. Curiosity and experimentation mindset with a demonstrated ability to identify and utilize a variety of instructional tools and emerging educational technologies. Track record of creating engaging video- and web-based materials. Strong organizational and time management skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience developing lightweight automation solutions (e.g., Google Apps Script, workflow automation, LMS integrations). Ability to analyze processes and implement scalable technical improvements.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in instructional design, instructional technology, or a closely related field.
• Dedication to a customer-centric approach.
• Experience with video recording and editing, and the use of digital media and web technologies for educational purposes.
• Proficiency in utilizing learning management systems, such as D2L Brightspace, Blackboard, and Canvas.
• Curiosity and experimentation mindset with a demonstrated ability to identify and utilize a variety of instructional tools and emerging educational technologies.
• Track record of creating engaging video- and web-based materials.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Directly related experience in curriculum development, instructional design courses and/or on-line teaching in a university or corporate environment.
• Demonstrated interpersonal, critical thinking and communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing lightweight automation solutions (e.g., Google Apps Script, workflow automation, LMS integrations).
• Ability to analyze processes and implement scalable technical improvements.

Responsibilities

• Adherence to best practices in both degree-program and course-level instructional design process (e.g., clear learning outcomes and outcome-aligned assessments).
• Ensuring successful program and course design, development, and implementation aligned with objectives and timelines.
• Ensuring standardized execution of curriculum design and course development processes.
• Supporting and collaborating with faculty.
• Develop and launch LMS units, quizzes, assignments, and grading rubrics for online and blended classes in D2L Brightspace.
• Developing instructional materials such as online learning media and technology toolkits.
• Supporting faculty in transforming face-to-face instructional lectures and materials for online/hybrid delivery.
• Employing technology creatively to solve instructional challenges.
• Identifying opportunities to improve instructional design workflows and program operations through automation and emerging technologies (e.g., Google Workspace tools, scripting, or integrations).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level