Hybrid Instructional Systems Designer

at GP Strategies Corporation

• Job title: Instructional Systems Designer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Detroit, United States

About the role

• Instructional Systems Designer at GP Strategies transforming complex concepts into engaging learning experiences. Designing training to drive performance in engineering and manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs assessments, audience analysis, and task analysis to identify performance gaps and define the most effective learning approaches.
• Collaborate closely with client stakeholders and SMEs to understand business challenges and translate them into targeted learning solutions.
• Perform independent research to anticipate learner needs, validate findings, and ensure instructional accuracy—especially for technical, engineering, or manufacturing content.
• Develop high‑quality eLearning courses using Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and Vyond.
• Design engaging instructor-led training (ILT) sessions (facilitator guides, participant guides, activities).
• Design engaging virtual instructor-led training (VILT) experiences using virtual platforms and interactive strategies.
• Write compelling creative content (scripts, scenarios, simulations, case studies, assessments).
• Create learning assets using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, Audition, etc.) to elevate design quality.
• Use multimedia, animation, and storytelling to make technical content digestible and engaging.
• Research and evaluate emerging instructional technologies, methods, and innovative approaches.
• Explore and apply AI-driven tools for content generation, media creation, and learning enhancement.
• Continuously bring forward creative ideas, new formats, and design improvements.
• Use rapid content development tools (Storyline, Rise, Captivate, Lectora, Vyond) to build polished courseware.
• Architect learning solutions that include simulations, practice activities, animations, decision trees, and knowledge checks.
• Ensure learning materials are instructionally sound, accessible, visually appealing, and technically robust.
• Facilitate virtual and in‑person design sessions to gather requirements and align stakeholders.
• Work independently and as part of a collaborative cross‑functional team.
• Manage projects efficiently—anticipate challenges, communicate clearly, and meet deadlines consistently.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Systems Design, Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or related field.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles, learning science, and adult learning theory.
• Proficiency with:
• Articulate Storyline
• Articulate Rise
• Vyond
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Demonstrated experience designing both:
• Instructor-Led Training (ILT)
• Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT)
• Ability to translate complex technical, engineering, or manufacturing concepts into clear, engaging learning.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Creative thinker with strong writing and storytelling abilities.

Benefits

• GP Strategies Corporation is one of the world's leading talent transformation providers.
• Delivering award-winning learning and development solutions, we help organizations transform through their people and achieve meaningful change.
• Committed and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.