Instructional Designer (Short-Term Contract) | Rise eLearning Developer
Remote | Open to India-Based Candidates Only
Short-Term Contract (1 – 3 Months)
Full-Time Engagement (40 Hours/Week)
Working Hours: Primarily 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. IST with flexibility as needed
We're seeking Instructional Designers for short-term contract assignments supporting the development of engaging digital learning experiences for global clients. Contract durations may range from approximately 1 to 3 months depending on project needs.
This role is ideal for Instructional Designers who enjoy hands-on content development and are highly comfortable building courses in Articulate Rise. You'll work within established learning frameworks and collaborate with Learning Experience Architects and Senior Instructional Designers to create polished, learner-centered eLearning solutions.
Graphics support will be provided, allowing you to focus primarily on instructional design, storyboarding, and course development.
What You'll Do
Design and Develop eLearning Content
Create engaging eLearning courses using Articulate Rise
Apply instructional design principles to transform source content into effective learning experiences
Build knowledge checks, interactions, and assessments aligned to learning objectives
Ensure content meets SCORM and LMS compatibility requirements
Follow established templates, branding standards, and style guides
Create Storyboards and Learning Content
Develop clear, structured storyboards that guide course development
Translate source materials and stakeholder inputs into engaging learner experiences
Organize content into logical learning flows that support retention and application
Incorporate feedback quickly and accurately
Support Quality and Delivery Excellence
Conduct thorough self-review and quality assurance checks
Ensure courses function correctly across devices and learning platforms
Meet project timelines while maintaining high-quality standards
Proactively communicate risks, questions, and progress updates
Leverage AI and Modern Development Tools
Use GenAI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, or similar platforms to support content development and productivity
Apply best practices when using AI-assisted workflows
Contribute ideas that improve efficiency and learner experience quality
Must-Have Experience
2–3 years of instructional design or eLearning development experience
Strong hands-on experience developing courses in
Articulate Rise
Working knowledge of
Articulate Storyline
Experience creating instructional storyboards
Understanding of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies
Experience developing self-paced digital learning content
Strong written communication and content organization skills
Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with SCORM and LMS environments
Exposure to scenario-based learning design
Familiarity with accessibility standards and inclusive design practices
Experience with AI-enabled content development workflows
Exposure to tools such as Vyond, Synthesia, Runway, Canva, or Adobe Express
What We're Looking For
The most successful consultants in this role will demonstrate:
Strong storyboarding capability
Advanced comfort building courses in Articulate Rise
Working knowledge of Articulate Storyline
Ability to work independently within established frameworks
Strong attention to detail and quality
Reliability in meeting project deadlines and delivery expectations
If you're a hands-on Instructional Designer who enjoys transforming content into engaging digital learning experiences and can quickly contribute to active client projects, we'd love to hear from you.
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We appreciate your interest in this role and value your time. While some of the information we’re asking for may appear on your resume, your responses to these questions help us quickly understand the unique value you bring to this position.
Please treat these questions as your initial interview — a chance to share real examples, insights, and the impact of your work. Thoughtful, detailed answers help us move qualified candidates like you forward faster and ensure we have a clear picture of your fit for the role.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this important step in our hiring process — we look forward to learning more about you.
- This is a contract position, meaning you would be engaged as an independent contractor and not as an employee of any company. Are you willing to work as a freelance, independent contractor?
- Where are you currently located?
- The working hours for this engagement are primarily 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. IST, with occasional flexibility required to support project needs. Please confirm your ability to work within these hours.
- This contract requires approximately 40 hours per week availability for a short-term engagement of 1–3 months. Can you commit to working 40 hours per week for the duration of the assignment?
- How many years of instructional design experience do you have? Please briefly describe the types of learning projects you have worked on and your role in creating them.
- Please attach or share links to 2–3 work samples that best demonstrate your instructional design and Articulate Rise capabilities.
- How many years of hands-on experience do you have developing courses in Articulate Rise?
- Please describe a recent eLearning project where you personally created the instructional storyboard and built the course in Articulate Rise. What was the topic, and what was your specific contribution?
- Walk us through your typical process for converting source materials (PowerPoint decks, SME notes, Word documents, etc.) into a completed Rise course. Please provide a specific example.
- Please describe the most complex or challenging Rise course you have personally developed. What made it challenging, and how did you approach the design and development?
- Please share your desired hourly pay rate in INR.
- Is this rate negotiable?
- If selected, what is your availability to start in this new role?