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Posted Date May 15, 2008
Close Date When Filled
Title Instructional Designer
Company Via Training
Location Portland, OR
Responsibilities

Design and script large, complex interactive Web-based projects (including test, narration, sound effects and graphics/animations) for national clients in a creative, team-oriented environment

Collaborate to develop project goals, training objectives and measurements by analyzing needs and proposing multiple solutions

Network and partner with internal and external stakeholders to provide strategic instructional direction

Design the user's navigation path(s) within the training experience

Partner with graphics, Web dev, flash and engineering to develop program elements and requirements

Collaborate and define the creative treatment and content scope of the project

Draft a complete design document to include:Audience and learning environment analysis, Instructional goals and strategy, Content outline, User navigation, Screen/page template designs, Storyboard/script development with text, voice, sound, and graphics descriptions and instructions to production team, Prototype development, Measuring results

Create adjunct online deliverables including product data sheets, comparison charts, e-mail blasts, course descriptions and web site copy

Create print deliverables

Direct personal development by actively identifying new areas for one’s own personal learning. Regularly attend learning opportunities and apply newly gained knowledge and skills on the job

Mentor and coach associate instructional designers

Requirements

Bachelors degree in information design, instructional development or related fields and/or at least two to three years experience with interactive training projects (can be a combination of education and experience)

Instructional design background including strong knowledge of adult learning theory, learning styles, learner needs, delivery of Web-based content and diverse, multicultural backgrounds

Ability to incorporate the most effective, leading-edge instructional approaches in a cost

Ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders

Conceptual and strategic thinker, team player, excellent communication skills with clients and coworkers

Attention to detail and strong work ethic

Experience working with Flash or with Flash developers a plus

Exceptional writing skills

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously under aggressive deadlines (project management and time management skills)

Experience with sales training a plus

Experience as a f2f trainer a plus

Organizational Values and Culture Via Training, a division of General Physics Corporation, is a leading provider of custom training programs that increase sales channels effectiveness. Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, Via develops e-Learning and blended training programs that teach product knowledge, applied sales skills, and sales operations.
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How To Apply

Aimee Paquette
Sr. Human Resources Representative
Phone: 410-379-3691
Fax: 410-540-5311
General Physics Corporation (GP)

apaquette@gpworldwide.com

www.gpworldwide.com

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