Instructional Designer

60% - Instructional Design and Course Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain online courses and training materials for audiences.
• Create instructional content, job aids, and multimedia aligned with adult learning principles and accessibility standards.
• Build and manage courses in the Canvas LMS, tracking learner progress and outcomes.
• Develop AI-generated video content (e.g., Vyond) and interactive elements using Articulate 360.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and clarity.
• Implement accessibility, universal design, and plain language best practices.
• Use learner feedback and analytics to refine and improve content.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, AI tools, and e-learning trends.

20% - Copywriting and Editing:

• Draft and edit materials for online and print, including research summaries, infographics, video scripts, training materials, newsletters, and promotional items.
• Distill project data and findings for concise, clear, and visually engaging instructional content, including creating graphics and charts.
• Contribute to annual reports and project updates.
• Draft internal communications for leadership and support technical assistance documentation.

20% - Grant Application Support, Administrative and Event Support, and Development Assistance:

• Assist with grant proposals, particularly instructional design components.
• Provide administrative support for the Technical Assistance Team as needed (e.g., workflow management, organize and schedule meetings, communicate and coordinate with other KUCD teams).
• Help plan and execute KUCD events (e.g., annual Open House, community trainings).
• Create marketing materials to engage current and potential trainees.