Job Description

Position Overview

We are currently looking for an Instructional Systems Designer to design innovative learning products that are instructionally sound and accurate and that engagingly convey content. The ISD will be expected to coordinate the development and delivery of all client training courses. You will use engaging visualization and design techniques to enhance learning and development curriculum in support of a prime contract for the IC environment. We9re looking for an ISD with a strong eye for graphics to work in a dynamic environment where you9ll have a constant flow of projects.

The Instructional Systems Designer (ISD) applies instructional design and adult learning principles and strategies to analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate instructional courses, assessments, job aids, and other learning deliverables for Project Spectrum9s clients. The ISD creates deliverables for all phases of the course creation lifecycle including analysis documents, design documents (e.g., course outline, storyboards, prototypes), and final learning deliverables (e.g., Adobe Captivate, Storyline courses, instructor-led course materials, job aids) that align to the overall business goals. The ISD also collaborates effectively with peers, leaders, and business partners to translate business requirements into learning requirements and project scope, build learning solutions that align to desired outcomes, and ensure learning deliverables meet and exceed Project Spectrum9s quality standards.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Applies ISD knowledge and experience to develop both in-classroom and WBT instructional materials and methods including, but not limited to, training plans, storyboards, narrative scripts, graphics, tests and evaluation methods, and scenarios.
• Assists with identifying and creating instructional material to address field-driven performance shortfalls and client training needs.
• Supports course documentation including, but not limited to the course design document, instructor/facilitator and student guides, course syllabus, practical exercises, assessments, and related materials.
• Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure learning objectives are appropriate for the audience, proposed content, and align with the needs of Project Spectrum9s clients and Project Spectrum9s business objectives.

• Interpret subject matter content and develop original designs and visual styles and effects using adult learning principles.
• Utilize extensive knowledge of graphics software to design and produce interactive multimedia presentations to enhance course material;
• As a member of the Course Development Team, advise on all imaging, video, and graphic matters;
• Perform research of subject matter to convert text themes or ideas into illustration or graphic design;
• Partner with SMEs to develop course outlines, design documents, storyboards, and other learning design deliverables.
• Develop fully functional eLearning courses, instructor-led courses, blended learning courses, and assist in the creation of learning labs and exercises.
• Ensure courses are Section 508 compliant.
• Using a variety of media, clearly convey information and ideas to the learning audience in a manner that engages them and helps them understand and retain the content.
• Strong interpersonal and teaming skills.

Required Skills

• Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph.
• Bachelor9s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Systems Design, Education, Training and Development, Organizational Development, Human Resources, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience designing and delivering instructor-led training programs.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences.
• Working knowledge of Instructional Systems Design methodologies and adult learning principles.
• Experience developing instructional materials, including presentations, facilitator guides, participant guides, job aids, exercises, and assessments.
• Experience working with subject matter experts to gather information and translate requirements into effective learning solutions.
• Experience supporting or developing e-learning or technology-enabled training programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with stakeholders, subject matter experts, and project teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality instructional products.

Desired Skills

• 8 or more years progressive work experience in instructional design to include training industry experience (instructor-led, online, and in blended environments), preferably in the DoD or IC community.
• Provide advice and guidance to senior management on technical advantages and disadvantages of multimedia formats and styles; and the most effective industry methods and practices for designing nontraditional course material for international audiences that is presented using multimedia platforms and learning management systems.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of new technologies in the graphic art field and makes recommendations for improvements;
• Maintain and manage document control of all current and revised course material;
• Must possess a Bachelor9s degree, or equivalent combination of formal education, experience (at least eight years preferably in a training environment, within any local, county, municipal, state, military or federal), and professional training and/or certifications.
• Knowledge of a variety of methods, techniques and materials used in the design, production, and reproduction of visual products;

• Experience in the use of Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator CS, Captivate, Storyline, Photoshop CS, InDesign, Premiere, Audition, Macromedia Flash, Visual Basic, 3D Studio Max, Learning Management Systems such as Blackboard or Moodle, preferred

Additional Details

• Fusion Innovation anticipates the annual base salary for this position will generally range from $100,000 to $215,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to:
  
  • Years of direct applicable experience with this work and the Customer
  • Relevant education, certifications, and training
  • Contract labor category requirements, skill level, contract bill rate, and hours allocation
  • Alignment with the position9s responsibilities
  • Additional specialized skills

In addition to base salary, eligible employees may be considered for discretionary bonuses and are eligible for Fusion Innovation9s comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, company-sponsored retirement contributions, paid leave, professional development opportunities, and other employee benefits.