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About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking digital education provider, is seeking a highly skilled and creative Remote Instructional Designer to join their expanding team. This role is designed for a professional who excels in creating engaging and effective e-learning experiences from the ground up. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and developing digital learning content across various platforms, ensuring it meets the highest standards of pedagogical effectiveness and user engagement. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to impactful educational solutions. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to transform learning and possess a keen eye for detail, this opportunity in Pretoria, Gauteng (remote) is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging e-learning courses, modules, and training materials using various authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate).
• Apply adult learning principles and instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to create effective learning solutions.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to gather content, ensure accuracy, and translate complex information into accessible learning formats.
• Develop assessment strategies, quizzes, and interactive activities to measure learning outcomes.
• Create multimedia assets, including graphics, animations, videos, and audio recordings, to enhance learning experiences.
• Ensure all learning content is accessible, user-friendly, and aligns with brand and quality standards.
• Manage multiple instructional design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project scope.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in e-learning and instructional design.
• Provide feedback and guidance on learning design best practices to team members and stakeholders.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of e-learning programs and recommend improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education Technology, E-Learning, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in instructional design and e-learning development.
• Proficiency with industry-standard authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Captivate).
• Strong understanding of adult learning theories, instructional design principles, and curriculum development.
• Experience in creating multimedia content (graphics, video editing, audio production).
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage timelines and deliverables in a remote setting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a virtual team environment.
• Portfolio showcasing previous e-learning design work is required.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid and performance-based bonuses. Enjoy the flexibility of working from home while contributing to innovative educational projects. Our client supports continuous professional development and provides a collaborative virtual environment for all team members, regardless of their location within South Africa.