Freelancer, Instructional Designer

• Analyze client-provided content and design instructionally sound learning experiences
• Develop learning objectives and course outlines aligned with project goals
• Create detailed storyboards and scripts for e-learning modules
• Collaborate with e-learning developers, graphic designers, and SMEs
• Recommend interactivity and assessment strategies (quizzes, branching, simulations)
• Adapt design approach based on domain and target audience

• 3–5 years of experience as an Instructional Designer or Learning Experience Designer
• Strong grasp of instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, Bloom’s Taxonomy)
• Excellent writing, structuring, and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Word, and basic graphic structuring tools
• Experience working with authoring tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Captivate (basic familiarity is fine)
• Ability to design for different interactivity levels and multimedia integration
• Familiarity with SCORM/xAPI standards is a plus

• Exposure to different industry domains (healthcare, finance, agriculture, etc.)
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG)
• Certifications in instructional design or e-learning (e.g., ATD, CPTD, or equivalent)

• Taking ownership of your work with minimal supervision, showing strong ability to organize, prioritize and deliver results independently.
• Documenting work that brings everyone on the same page.
• Maturity to choose between synchronous and asynchronous collaboration.
• Effectively collaborating with colleagues across different time zones by setting dedicated hours for collaboration and keeping team members updated through your MS Teams status.

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