Senior Instructional Designer

Title : Senior Instructional Designer

Location : Washington, DC

Duration : 12 Months + Possible Contract to hire

This role requires an expert practitioner of adult learning theory to conduct comprehensive training needs analyses, establish clear learning objectives, and execute complex curricula across various modalities. The Senior Designer will be responsible for the full lifecycle of digital content creation, including storyboarding, developing interactive, SCORM-compliant e-Learning modules using tools like Articulate 360 and captivate, producing and editing video content, and developing supporting end-user communications to ensure successful knowledge transfer and adoption.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced training needs and communications requirements analyses to define instructional strategies, approaches, and curriculum structure for technical system rollouts.
• Establish measurable learning objectives and apply modern adult learning theories to design instructionally valid, engaging training materials.
• Lead the creation and execution of comprehensive learning strategies, multi-level curricula, and detailed training plans.
• Design, develop, and facilitate high-impact technical system training sessions, webinars, and hands-on user workshops.
• Serve as the lead developer for e-Learning content, including creating detailed storyboards, interactive modules, learning objects, knowledge checks, simulations, and valid assessments.
• Collaborate effectively with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to translate complex information into diverse course content, including manuals, quick reference guides (QRCs), and job aids.
• Develop end-user communications, FAQs, video scripts, and produce / edit high-quality video and audio content to support user adoption.
• Ensure all e-Learning modules are integrated into the Learning Platform (or equivalent LMS, e.g., the Amtrak Learning Platform) with strict adherence to SCORM compliance and best practices.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables, demonstrating strong time-management skills and the ability to travel as business needs require.

Qualifications