Job Description: Instructional Design Specialist for Absorb LMS
Overview:
Our client is looking for an experienced instructional designer proficient in Absorb LMS to assist with the development and rollout of training content for their aviation software applications. The role will primarily involve working alongside an in-house team to create, refine, and structure e-learning courses that cover various aspects of their software, with a focus on inventory management and technical record-keeping. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in creating content for complex software systems and experience with the Absorb platform.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the internal team to design, organize, and develop instructional content for e-learning courses using Absorb LMS.
• Create engaging and interactive content including screenshots, text, and demo buttons within the Absorb platform.
• Design courses by roles and functionality, ensuring that the content is broken down into manageable modules that align with different levels of subscription.
• Develop course layouts based on internal specifications and available documentation.
• Implement quizzes, drag-and-drop activities, and other interactive elements to enhance user engagement.
• Integrate pre-recorded "How To" videos from the internal team into the courses.
• Ensure that all content adheres to brand guidelines and meets the learning objectives of the training programs.

Requirements

• Proven experience with Absorb LMS, specifically with the Absorb Create tool for building e-learning courses.
• Familiarity with creating and managing software simulations, interactive demos, and multimedia content in e-learning platforms.
• Strong instructional design skills with the ability to adapt technical content into engaging and accessible training materials.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, collaborating effectively with subject matter experts and technical writers.
• Experience with software training, ideally in complex systems or software used in industries like aviation or similar technical fields.
• Knowledge of e-learning best practices, instructional design principles, and content management strategies.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work within tight deadlines to meet project goals.
   

Desired Skills

Learning & Development

Additional Information

Ideal Candidate:

• A detail-oriented individual who can take existing technical content and transform it into accessible, learner-friendly training modules.
• Someone with strong communication skills, able to liaise effectively with various stakeholders and adapt content based on feedback.
• A proactive team player who can collaborate closely with an internal team to meet the deadlines of a high-priority project.
• A candidate with a track record of designing and developing e-learning content for complex software systems, particularly within the Absorb LMS environment.

Timeline:

• Immediate start, with a goal to launch the training courses as soon as possible.