Instructional Designer - FlexTrain

Job Summary

Owensboro Community and Technical College (OCTC) is seeking a creative and innovative Instructional Designer (FlexTrain System) to develop high-quality, interactive digital learning experiences using multimedia and emerging artificial intelligence technologies. The ideal candidate will have experience with digital content creation and AI-enabled platforms such as ElevenLabs, Synthesia, Storyblocks, Motion Array, VideoScribe, CapCut, or comparable technologies, along with the ability to adapt to new technologies as they emerge. This is a full-time, one-year assignment. Continuation of this position is contingent upon the availability of funding.

Job Duties:

•Design and develop engaging computer-based training courses that integrate graphics, animation, video, simulations, and other interactive elements to create clear, effective, and visually compelling learning experiences.
•Create and edit high-quality multimedia content using emerging AI technologies and tools such as ElevenLabs, Synthesia, Storyblocks, Motion Array, VideoScribe, CapCut, and other multimedia and AI-enabled platforms to enhance the creativity, quality, and efficiency of digital learning development.
•Ensure instructional materials meet established standards for quality, consistency, usability, accessibility, accuracy, and learner engagement.
•Manage multiple instructional design and multimedia projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and meet established expectations and deliverables.
•Support the continuous improvement of FlexTrain’s instructional design practices, including development processes, templates, quality standards, and digital learning products.
•Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

•Associate’s degree (Computer Science, Information Technology, or Web Design) and four (4) years of relevant work experience or equivalent is required.  

Preferred Qualifications:

•Bachelor’s degree and two (2) years of relevant experience is preferred.

Additional Skills Requested:

•Strong instructional design and adult learning skills, with the ability to develop engaging, learner-centered computer-based training and digital learning experiences.
•Proficiency in multimedia development and visual design, including graphics, animation, video, simulations, voiceovers, and interactive learning elements.
•Ability to effectively use emerging AI technologies and multimedia tools, such as ElevenLabs, Synthesia, Storyblocks, Motion Array, VideoScribe, CapCut, and similar platforms.
•Strong attention to quality and detail, with the ability to ensure instructional materials are accurate, consistent, accessible, user-friendly, visually appealing, and engaging.
•Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, timelines, and deliverables simultaneously.
•Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and adaptability skills, including the ability to work with subject matter experts and team members, incorporate feedback, learn new technologies, and continuously improve instructional design processes and products.

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Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.