Job Description:Shield AI is seeking a design-driven Instructional Design & Multimedia Specialist to support both our Curriculum and Technical Publications teams. In this role, you will help design and develop engaging, high-impact training experiences for both internal and external audiences, combining video, visual storytelling, and digital learning design.
You will own the creation of high-quality visual and video assets used across LMS-based and in-person learning experiences, translating complex technical concepts into clear, compelling, and user-friendly content for a diverse range of learners. You will also play a key role in elevating the visual and experiential quality of our training ecosystem through multimedia production, photography, and continuous improvement of learning platforms.
This is a high-impact role for a creative who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing, mission-focused environment and takes initiative in shaping how users learn and interact with advanced autonomous systems.
What you'll do:- Design and develop engaging video-based and multimedia training content for internal and external audiences
- Translate complex technical systems and concepts into intuitive, visually compelling learning experiences
- Own the design, structure, and user experience of LMS-based training environments
- Partner with Curriculum and Technical Publications teams to support training, documentation, and content delivery
- Capture and produce high-quality photography and visual assets to support training and documentation
- Ensure consistency, usability, and quality across all digital learning content and platforms
- Continuously improve and evolve training materials to reflect rapidly changing systems and technologies
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, SMEs, and content teams to ensure technical accuracy and clarity
- Identify gaps and proactively drive improvements as a self-starter
Required qualifications:- Experience in instructional design, multimedia production, or a related field
- Strong video production, editing, and visual storytelling skills
- Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, user-focused content
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred but not required
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output
- Self-starter with an ambitious, proactive mindset
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Preferred qualifications:- Experience with CAD or technical visualization tools
- Background in technical publications or documentation
- Experience supporting both internal and external training programs
- Experience capturing photography in technical or field environments
$100,000 - $160,000 a year
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Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
