Instructional Systems Design Lead

Lead Creators. Shape Learning Strategy. Drive Innovation.

We're seeking a forwardthinking Instructional Design Supervisor to lead a team of instructional designers in creating innovative, effective, and futureready learning solutions. In this role, you will guide the team's development, champion emerging technologies (including AIenhanced design), ensure quality delivery, and collaborate across the organization to elevate the entire learning ecosystem.

This position is perfect for a leader who thrives in a creative, fastmoving environment and wants to influence how learning is designed, delivered, and measured.

What You'll Do

Lead & Develop Talent

• Mentor, coach, and upskill members of the instructional design team, fostering growth, creativity, and high performance.
• Champion modern instructional design practices and ensure the team stays aligned with evolving industry trends.

Oversee Projects & Delivery

• Plan, prioritize, and oversee instructional design projects from concept to deployment.
• Ensure timelines, quality standards, and deliverables are consistently met.

Shape Instructional Strategy

• Develop and execute instructional design strategies that align with organizational goals, learner needs, and modern learning methodologies.
• Promote a learnercentric approach that drives real performance outcomes.

Collaborate with Stakeholders

• Partner closely with subject matter experts, internal teams, and leaders to identify learning needs and build impactful, scalable solutions.
• Facilitate strong communication and collaboration across business units.

Ensure Quality & Best Practices

• Maintain high-quality standards rooted in adult learning principles, learning science, and modern design frameworks.
• Review instructional materials to ensure clarity, engagement, accuracy, and effectiveness.

Drive Technology & Innovation

• Lead the adoption of cuttingedge learning tools, multimedia solutions, and AI-driven approaches in course development.
• Explore new technologies that enhance learner engagement and instructional efficiency.

Evaluate & Improve Training Impact

• Monitor training effectiveness, analyze feedback and performance outcomes, and recommend adjustments for continuous improvement.

Manage Resources & Budget

• Oversee team resources, project allocations, and budgets to ensure optimal productivity and value.

Your Required Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Instructional Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of proven instructional design experience with a portfolio showcasing high-quality work.
• 2+ years of experience leading, supervising, or coaching a team.
• Deep knowledge of instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM) and adult learning theory.
• Proficiency in modern eLearning development tools such as:
  • Articulate Storyline
  • Adobe Captivate
  • Rise or similar digital learning tools
• Experience working with LMS platforms (Cornerstone or similar).
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Ability to identify talent strengths and align the right designers to the right projects.
• Comfort thriving in a fastpaced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

What Will Give You an Edge

• Master's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Technology, or related field.
• 3+ years leading instructional design teams in a corporate or technical environment.
• Hands-on experience integrating AI tools into instructional design workflows and content creation.
• Experience developing training for technical, engineering, or manufacturing audiences.

Why This Role Matters

You will shape the learning experiences that develop teams, transform performance, and modernize the organization's approach to training. Your leadership will empower designers, elevate capabilities, and ensure learners receive impactful, engaging, and futureready content.