Instructional Designer

At Horace Mann, we’re committed to helping our employees grow so they can better serve educators and their communities. We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Instructional Designer to lead the design and delivery of engaging, performance-driven digital learning solutions.

In this role, you will be a partner with business leaders and subject matter experts to transform complex content into interactive learning experiences that drive measurable behavior change—not just course completion. You’ll operate with a high degree of autonomy, managing projects end-to-end while continuously improving how learning impacts performance.

Job Responsibilities      

Design & Development

• Design and develop interactive eLearning solutions using modern tools (Articulate 360, video, AI-based tools, etc.).
• Create scenario-based, microlearning, and blended learning experiences that drive real-world application.
• Ensure content is user-friendly, accessible, and aligned to business outcomes.

Project Ownership

• Lead eLearning projects from concept through delivery with minimal supervision.
• Manage timelines, stakeholders, and quality to ensure successful execution.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and implement continuous improvements.

Stakeholder Partnership

• Collaborate with subject matter experts and business partners to identify learning needs.
• Translate business challenges into effective learning strategies and solutions.
• Serve as a liaison across teams to ensure alignment, clarity, and successful delivery.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Evaluate learning effectiveness and recommend improvements based on data and feedback.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the learner experience across LMS/LXP platforms.
• Explore and implement emerging technologies to improve engagement and scalability.

What Success Looks Like

• Learning solutions that clearly connect to behavior change and business outcomes
• Increased learner engagement and on-the-job application
• Strong partnerships where stakeholders view you as a trusted advisor—not just a content developer

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Technologies, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in instructional design or corporate training

Skills & Experience

• Proficiency with modern eLearning tools, including:
• Articulate 360 (Storyline & Rise)
• Synthesia (AI video creation)
• Camtasia or similar video editing tools
• Adobe Creative Suite (or equivalent)
• Experience designing interactive, scenario-based, and microlearning experiences
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles, adult learning theory, and performance measurement
• Experience with LMS platforms and familiarity with Learning Experience Platforms (LXP)
• Working knowledge of SCORM, xAPI, and learning analytics
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and drive projects with minimal supervision.

Pay Range:

• $66,500.00 - $92,000.00/annually

Salary is commensurate to experience, location, etc.