Instructional Designer

Qualus

Instructional Designer developing e-learning and training solutions for clients while collaborating with SMEs. Translating complex materials into engaging content and assessing learner effectiveness.

Posted 6/4/2026full-timeRemote • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop instructional or enablement content tailored to the specific needs of the client.
Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders to identify learning objectives, gather content, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
Develop interactive e-learning courses using instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) and adult learning theories.
Design assessments and knowledge checks to measure learner progress, retention, and content effectiveness.
Review and refine instructional materials based on stakeholder feedback and learner outcomes.
Translate complex technical, operational, and business processes into clear, practical, field-ready content.
Refine broadly defined client needs into structured, usable learning and performance support solutions
Work with limited direct access to SMEs, leveraging available resources, internal support, and iterative development approaches
Adapt quickly to changing priorities, feedback, and client constraints throughout the development process
Build deliverables that are both training solutions and practical reference tools for real-world use
Operate effectively in a fast-paced, client-driven environment where priorities, requirements, and stakeholder feedback may evolve throughout the project lifecycle.
Balance quality, timelines, and stakeholder expectations while delivering practical, learner-focused solutions.
Create and update e-learning content, graphics, presentations, process documentation, and performance support materials using approved development tools, templates, and creativity within brand guidelines.
Use available tools, including AI-supported workflows, to improve efficiency and support content development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience developing training, instructional content, or performance support materials.
Minimum 1-3 years of instructional design experience, specifically focused on e-learning content creation.
Minimum 1 year of experience developing instructional content using e-learning authoring tools, multimedia software, or related content development platforms (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools).
Strong ability to translate complex subject matter into clear, engaging, and learner-focused content.
Ability to plan, organize, and manage work effectively within agile or iterative workflows while balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; comfortable collaborating with SMEs and cross-functional teams.
Portfolio demonstrating instructional design, e-learning development, graphic design, presentation design, or related content development work.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability
401(k) match
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP
Parental Leave
Paid time off
Holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

instructional designe-learning content creationADDIESAMadult learning theoriescontent developmentgraphic designpresentation designmultimedia softwareperformance support materials

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationorganizationadaptabilitytime managementstakeholder managementlearner-focused approachfeedback incorporationproblem-solvingagile workflows