Instructional Designer

Company Description

Version 1 has celebrated over 26 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. Version 1 has several strategic technology partners including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems and Snowflake. We’re also an award-winning employer reflecting how employees are at the heart of Version 1.

We’ve been awarded: Innovation Partner of the Year Winner 2023 Oracle EMEA Partner Awards, Global Microsoft Modernising Applications Partner of the Year Award 2023, AWS Collaboration Partner of the Year - EMEA 2023 and Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place To Work in UK and Ireland 2023.

As a consultancy and service provider, Version 1 is a digital-first environment, and we do things differently. We’re focused on our core values; using these we’ve seen significant growth across our practices and our Digital, Data and Cloud team is preparing for the next phase of expansion. This creates new opportunities for driven and skilled individuals to join one of the fastest-growing consultancies globally.

Job Description

We are seeking a creative Instructional Designer to support the development of engaging, learner-focused online courses using Articulate 360 and other authoring tools. Working within the Learning & Development Team, you will collaborate with subject matter experts and other L&D Colleagues to transform complex topics into accessible content through interactive interfaces, graphics, animations, and videos while offering support to cross-functional teams to deliver impactful learning experiences. . You will ensure all courses meet quality and development standards, conduct testing within the Learning Management System (LMS), and provide expertise in graphic design and multimedia development and work on the development of innovative prototypes

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of engaging, learner-centred eLearning courses utilising Articulate 360 and other content-authoring tools.
• Work within the Learning & Development Team and deliver content created.
• Perform full quality checks and testing of eLearning courses in the Learning Management System (LMS) environment.
• Serve as a resource and expert for all team initiatives' graphic design and multimedia development.
• Work closely with relevant SME’s across Version 1 to translate complex, technical topics into engaging and accessible online content through user interfaces, graphics, illustrations, animations, video, and/or simulations for e-learning courseware.
• Apply expert knowledge of adult learning principles and theories to the development of course activities and interactions.
• Ensure all courses adhere to development standards and update existing courses as needed to bring them into alignment with standards and best practices.
• Develop and test innovative prototypes for eLearning development tools and methodologies.
• Work with cross-functional team members to ensure team success and deliver value.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience developing multimedia eLearning experiences with tools such as Articulate 360.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment while managing multiple priorities. Version 1 is a fast-paced organisation on a significant growth trajectory and our Org Dev Team is agile in our approach to supporting this growth trajectory.
• Experience in designing and creating motion graphics videos and video animation.
• Experience in multimedia development in audio, video, and/or animation.
• Superb attention to detail in creating high-quality content and following content development processes.
• Excellent communication and consultancy skills to the wider organisation on how Instructional Design can support their learning needs.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot eLearning course support issues and independently find resolutions.
• Ability to present complex concepts in simple ways.
• Project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects at various stages simultaneously.
• Utilise adult learning methodologies and apply them to the development of eLearning experiences.
• Experience in ensuring that materials are accessible to learners with disabilities, in compliance with accessibility standards like WCAG.
• Knowledge of current and emerging tech trends in content creation, specifically AI, and an ability to evaluate and apply new and evolving eLearning technologies, especially those that support adaptive learning.
• Ability to leverage data analytics to personalise learning experiences and improve learner outcomes.

Additional Information

At Version 1, we believe in providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that prioritises their well-being, professional growth, and financial stability.

One of our standout advantages is the ability to work with a hybrid schedule along with business travel, allowing our employees to strike a balance between work and life. We also offer a range of tech-related benefits, including an innovative Tech Scheme to help keep our team members up-to-date with the latest technology.

We prioritise the health and safety of our employees, providing private medical and life insurance coverage, as well as free eye tests and contributions towards glasses. Our team members can also stay ahead of the curve with incentivized certifications and accreditations, including AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, and Red Hat.

Our employee-designed Profit Share scheme divides a portion of our company's profits each quarter amongst employees. We are dedicated to helping our employees reach their full potential, offering Pathways Career Development Quarterly, a programme designed to support professional growth.

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