EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-time

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 8-12 years of relevant experience as an Instructional Designer (ID)

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Journalism, Education, Communication, English, or Humanities-related subjects

Basic proficiency in MS Office

Certification in Instructional Design is a plus

ABOUT THE ROLE

We seek an experienced Senior Instructional Designer to lead the creation of impactful learning solutions and materials for global clients. Responsibilities include managing complex projects, mentoring junior IDs, establishing standards, developing deliverables, and collaborating with stakeholders to turn technical content into engaging learning experiences that align with organizational goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Exhibit advanced proficiency in conducting learning needs assessments, designing curriculum and content outlines, implementing effective content strategies and training methodologies, and producing design documents, storyboards, scripts, and various instructional materials

Apply extensive knowledge of instructional theories, adult learning principles, contemporary trends, and methods for measuring learning effectiveness

Lead the design and development of diverse learning interventions, including classroom and digital learning, video-based training, game-based training, micro-learning modules, and immersive solutions such as AR/VR

Collaborate effectively with subject matter experts, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure learning solutions align with organizational objectives and learner requirements, while supporting timely completion of projects





Establish and maintain rigorous standards, guidelines, templates, review checklists, and procedures to uphold quality across deliverables

Ensure thorough quality reviews of project outputs to consistently meet established quality benchmarks

Demonstrate expertise in utilizing industry-standard and client-specific authoring tools—such as Articulate, Captivate, Lectora, Camtasia, Evolve, and SAP Enable Now—and possess an in-depth understanding of their technical capabilities and limitations

Display exceptional interpersonal, client management, project management, and team leadership skills

Show adaptability in managing multiple tasks, including business development activities such as RFPs, POCs, and case studies in support of pre-sales efforts

Contribute to recruitment initiatives and other competency-building activities as required

PREFERRED SKILLS

Strong analytical, comprehension, and leadership skills

Strong passion, a positive mind-set, and a ‘can-do’ attitude

Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adobe Captivate, or Evolve

Strong grasp of adult learning principles and learner-centric design

Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and project coordination skills

Ability to work independently and lead multiple projects in a fast-paced, client-driven workplace

Familiarity with LMS platforms

Knowledge of DAP platforms

TOOLS

Mandatory – MS Office (Intermediate), Articulate 360, Captivate, Evolve, Synthesia (Intermediate/Expert)

Preferred – WalkMe, Whatfix

BAND

SA

📌 Instructional Designer Senior Associate (Hyderabad)
🏢 Cognizant
📍 Hyderabad