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Please include a work sample, portfolio, or other example of your learning design experience with your application.\nResponsibilities Partner with teams and stakeholders to design learning solutions that create lasting behavioral change and organizational impact\nConduct needs assessments that uncover what learners actually need to succeed\nDesign and evaluate experiences grounded in learning sciences—applying adult learning theory, cognitive science, and motivation research\nCreate accessible resources across modalities—instructor-led sessions, eLearning, simulations, job aids, and multimedia that meet learners where they are\nDeliver visual design aligned with client branding and learner engagement\nSupport onsite training delivery and adapt to real-time learner needs\nStay current with learning technologies and innovations, bringing fresh ideas that advance our practice\nWhat You Bring This role balances independent work with team collaboration, applying learning sciences to design compelling solutions that adapt to evolving needs. You'll work where strategy meets execution, connecting every design decision to measurable outcomes and organizational impact.\nQualifications Required\n2–5 years of instructional design experience creating learning solutions that demonstrate measurable impact\nBachelor's degree in adult education, educational technology, instructional design, learning sciences, or related field\nCommitment to professional development (working toward or holding APTD, CPTD, or CAPM certification)\nExceptional communication skills—translating complex concepts clearly across technical and non-technical audiences\nDeep understanding of instructional design, learning theories, and evidence-based practice\nAbility to manage multiple projects in fast-paced, collaborative environments\nDetail-oriented with commitment to quality—you measure success by learner outcomes, not just deliverables\nTrack record of delivering excellent client service and building trusted partnerships\nSound judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information\nPreferred\nExperience working in international development, federal contracting, or foreign assistance programs where learning drives mission-critical outcomes\nProficiency with authoring tools (Articulate Storyline/Rise, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) and learning management systems\nExperience applying gamification, scenario-based learning, or other engagement strategies that boost motivation and transfer\nLanguage fluency (particularly valuable for our international development work)\nPortfolio demonstrating range—from rapid eLearning to complex multi-day programs, showing both strategic thinking and execution excellence\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Learnitude","rawCompany":"learnitude","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-21T03:15:15.494Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1151.00","title":"Training and Development Specialists","slug":"training-and-development-specialists"},{"code":"25-9031.00","title":"Instructional Coordinators","slug":"instructional-coordinators"},{"code":"11-3131.00","title":"Training and Development Managers","slug":"training-and-development-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"611430","title":"Professional and Management Development Training","slug":"professional-and-management-development-training"},{"code":"611710","title":"Educational Support Services","slug":"educational-support-services"},{"code":"541618","title":"Other Management Consulting Services","slug":"other-management-consulting-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Learning Designer","description":"Overview We're seeking a Learning Designer who combines instructional design expertise with a passion for creating experiences that drive real change. 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