Instructional Designer – InDesign, Contract

Interplay Learning  ยท  via Backpacker Job Board
๐Ÿ’ฐ $35 - $45/hr ๐ŸŒŽ Remote

Job Description:

  • Design engaging instructor-led learning experiences, including interactive lessons, workshops, activities, and assessments
  • Write learning objectives and storyboard lessons
  • Develop assessments and activities that reinforce learning
  • Apply the ADDIE model and adult learning principles
  • Transform technical and raw content into cohesive, practical, learner-centered learning journeys
  • Use Adobe InDesign to develop high-quality learning materials
  • Create student workbooks, trainer materials, assessments, and activities
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts, curriculum designers, and cross-functional teams
  • Assess existing content, identify opportunities, make recommendations, and move work forward with limited direction
  • Maintain accuracy, quality, structure, clarity, and attention to detail throughout development

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of proven experience in instructional design
  • Expertise in Adobe InDesign
  • Proven ability to write clear learning objectives, storyboard lessons, and develop engaging assessments and activities
  • Familiarity with the ADDIE model and adult learning theory
  • Solid understanding of how instructional materials are produced
  • Availability to work daytime business hours and attend calls
  • Experience designing courses in the skilled trades or related fields (nice to have)
  • Resume, cover letter, and application questionnaire required
  • Signed Independent Contractor Agreement and background check required before starting
  • I-9 verification, E-Verify, background check, and drug and alcohol screening required
  • Contractor responsible for federal, state, and local taxes, insurance, business expenses, computer, equipment, software, and other tools

Benefits:

  • Remote, work from home
  • Flexible project-based contract engagement
  • Opportunity to contribute to skilled trades education and workforce development