Job Summary:
The People & Culture Learning Experience Designer is responsible for creating engaging and effective learning experiences for the firm. This role applies principles of LXD to design and develop instructional content that aligns with the firm's learning objectives and meets the needs of the learners. The Designer collaborates with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and other stakeholders to create innovative and learner-centric learning solutions that leverage the latest technologies and instructional practices.
Job Duties:
Applies design standards and best practices to design and develop interactive and engaging learning experiences for a variety of modalities, including e-learning and virtual instructor-led training (VILT)
Collaborates with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and other stakeholders to analyze learning needs, define learning objectives, and design effective instructional content that aligns with the firm's learning goals and strategies
Creates instructional materials, including storyboards, scripts, audio and video scripts, graphics, and other multimedia assets using industry-standard tools and technologies
Remains up to date with the latest trends, research, and best practices in learning experience design, instructional design, adult learning theory, and related fields, and applies this knowledge to continuously improve the quality and effectiveness of the firm's learning experiences
Provides consultation and guidance to internal stakeholders on learning experience design principles, strategies, and technologies to enhance the overall effectiveness and impact of the firm's learning initiatives
Maintains project documentation, including design documents, storyboards, and other instructional materials, and ensures compliance with organizational standards and guidelines
Interprets National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) standards to advise internal clients on the appropriate design mechanisms to track participation, and makes language recommendations for learning objectives and course descriptions that meet the standards
Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
N/A
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
Bachelor's degree, required; focus in instructional design, instructional technology, or education, preferred
Experience:
Three (3) or more years of learning experience design or instructional design experience with a strong portfolio of successful learning solutions, required
Experience in designing for classroom/instructor-led delivery, required
Experience in a detail-oriented task-based role that highly leverages technology, required
Experience designing e-learning for delivery through a learning management system (LMS), required
Experience with interpreting regulatory guidelines, rules, and laws, preferred
License/Certifications:
N/A
Software:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word and Excel, required
Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, required
Experience with high-level course development tools such as Articulate Storyline, Captivate, Camtasia, Audacity, Soundforge and/or Lectora, preferred
Experience with advanced visual design development tools such as Photoshop, Premiere, Flash, Director and SharePoint, preferred
Language:
N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM), and assessment and evaluation techniques, and accessibility standards
Strong consulting skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to simplify complex processes into clear and effective learning modules
Strong attention to detail
Ability to understand and interpret NASBA and AICPA guidelines and apply them to training modules
Ability to deal with ambiguity
Ability and willingness to learn new applications with minimum supervision and/or instruction
Capable of working within a deadline-drive environment and handle multiple projects, deliverables, and deadlines simultaneously
Capable of successfully while working independently or within a group environment
Excellent customer service attitude with the ability to provide guidance to internal customers
Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.
National Range: $75,000 - $85,000
Maryland Range: $75,000 - $85,000
NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $75,000 - $85,000
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by law.
