Ford Motor Company

Specialist, Learning and Development

Ford Motor Company$74K — $166K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Digital Media, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent portfolio-backed experience)
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in designing digital-first learning solutions, interactive e-learning, and video content
  • Expert-level proficiency with Articulate 360, Captivate, or similar authoring tools
  • Strong experience with video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects
  • Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript for E-learning customization
  • Deep understanding of adult learning theory and UX/UI principles
  • Exceptional communication skills for collaborating with technical teams and stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop end-to-end digital learning pathways and interactive modules using modern instructional design frameworks
  • Script, storyboard, and edit professional-grade video content and microlearning assets
  • Research and prototype innovative learning solutions like gamification and software simulations
  • Ensure digital assets are optimized for accessibility and integrated into LMS/LXP environments
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts and business leaders to address performance gaps
  • Analyze learning analytics to iterate on content and meet evolving business goals
  • Maintain brand consistency and content integrity across learning platforms

Benefits

  • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible family care days and paid parental leave
  • Fertility treatments, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
  • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members
  • Tuition assistance
  • Active employee resource groups
  • Generous paid holidays and community service time off
Full Job Description
Job Description

In this position...

The Specialist, Learning & Development is a highly creative, technically savvy role responsible for designing, developing, and deploying modern, high-impact learning experiences. Working with an engineering mindset, you will transform complex concepts into engaging, interactive, and visually stunning digital assets.

This is not just an administrative role-you will be our in-house creative studio. You will own the end-to-end development of interactive e-learning modules, high-quality video content, simulations, and innovative learning solutions (like gamification and AI-assisted tools) that scale across the enterprise.

What you'll do...
  • Instructional Design & Interactive Development: Design and build end-to-end digital learning pathways and interactive modules using modern instructional design frameworks (ADDIE, SAM, Agile). Create code-enabled interactivities (using HTML, CSS, or JavaScript where necessary) to push the boundaries of standard e-learning.
  • High-End Video & Multimedia Production: Script, storyboard, and edit professional-grade video content, motion graphics, and microlearning assets. Turn dry technical training into cinematic, engaging, and digestible visual stories.
  • Innovative Learning Solutions: Research, prototype, and pilot cutting-edge modalities (such as gamification, interactive scenarios, software simulations, and AI-driven learning tools) to keep our learning ecosystem best-in-class.
  • LMS/LXP Ecosystem Management: Ensure all digital assets are fully optimized for accessibility (ADA/WCAG compliance), responsive across devices, and seamlessly integrated into our LMS/LXP environments (using SCORM, xAPI, and modern metadata/taxonomy standards).
  • Stakeholder & SME Collaboration: Partner closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), IT, and business leaders to diagnose performance gaps and translate technical workflows into intuitive, learner-centric training.
  • Data-Driven Iteration: Monitor and analyze learning analytics and feedback. Use data to continuously iterate on content, ensuring our programs remain highly effective, engaging, and aligned with business goals.
  • Brand & Quality Governance: Maintain visual standards, brand consistency, and content integrity across all learning platforms. Keep content libraries organized, reusable, and easy to navigate.

You'll have...
  • Bachelor's degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Digital Media, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent portfolio-backed experience).
  • Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience designing and developing digital-first learning solutions, interactive e-learning, and video content.
  • Expert-level proficiency with Articulate 360 (Storyline and Rise), Captivate, or similar rapid-authoring suites. Ability to customize templates beyond out-of-the-box settings.
  • Strong hands-on experience with video editing and motion graphics software (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Camtasia, Vyond, or equivalent) and graphic design tools (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, or Canva).
  • Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript to customize e-learning interactions. Familiarity with SCORM, xAPI (Tin Can), and how content packages interact with LMS/LXP platforms.
  • Deep understanding of adult learning theory, cognitive load theory, and user experience (UX/UI) design principles applied to digital learning.
  • Ability to manage multiple creative projects simultaneously, balance tight timelines, and pivot quickly as business needs evolve.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with technical teams and translate complex topics for a general audience.


***Portfolio Required: Candidates must provide a digital portfolio demonstrating interactive e-learning samples, video production/editing work, and visual design capabilities.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:
• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 6 - salary grade 8 and ranges from $74,300-$166,200.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: New Hire Benefits

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.

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About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company manufactures or distributes automobiles in addition to offering financial services. The company sells to dealerships for retail sales, and for sale to fleet customers, including commercial fleet customers, daily rental car companies, and governments. Ford’s vehicle portfolio includes automobiles, buses, tractors, and trucks. Retail financing includes retail installment sale contracts for new and used vehicles, and direct financing leases for new vehicles to retail customers, government entities, daily rental car companies, and fleet customers. Finance receivables in the non-consumer portfolio include products offered to automotive dealers. Ford’s environmental initiatives include compressed natural gas, flexible fuel vehicles, electric drive vehicles, Hydrogen, PC power management, and so on. Ford Motor Company was founded by Henry Ford in 1903 and is headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan.

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Join the dynamic team at Ford Motor Company, a global leader in automotive innovation and manufacturing. At Ford, we are committed to driving human progress by providing outstanding vehicles and mobility solutions. This is an exciting time to become part of our inclusive team, where job opportunities abound and growth is not just a possibility, but a promise.

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At Ford Motor Company, you will collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our professionals are at the forefront of automotive technology, leading projects that redefine transportation and sustainability. With a culture rooted in continuous improvement and respect for all, Ford offers a workplace where leadership, diversity training, and innovation are part of everyday life.

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Learn more about Ford Motor Company
Size
183,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1903
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$127.1 billion
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