Instructional Designer

Description

Department: Gas Skills Training NLbr

Job Category: Human Resources / Training

Job Title: Instructional Designer I

Duties:

About the Role

We are seeking an Instructional Designer with strong foundational ID skills and hands-on video production experience to support training across a utilities environment. This role is ideal for an early-career instructional designer (2–3 years of experience) who is equally comfortable designing learning experiences and getting behind the camera to produce engaging, high-quality video-based training.

You will design, develop, and maintain learning solutions that support operational, technical, safety, and customer-focused training, with a strong emphasis on video as a key delivery method.

Remote with occasional in persond depending on video shoots.

Skills:

Core Instructional Design Skills

Apply instructional design principles and adult learning theory to create effective, engaging learning solutions

Partner with subject matter experts (SMEs) to analyze learning needs and translate complex utility concepts into clear, learner-centered content

Design and develop training deliverables, including:

Instructor-led and virtual instructor-led training (ILT/VILT)

E-learning modules

Microlearning assets

Video-based learning solutions

Create storyboards, scripts, and learning outlines aligned to performance objectives

Maintain and update existing learning materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and relevance

Ensure learning solutions meet accessibility, usability, and quality standards

Video Production (Pre Production, Production & Post Production)

Lead video pre-production activities, including:

Writing video scripts and interview questions

Creating shot lists and production plans

Coordinating schedules, locations, and SMEs

Set up and conduct video shoots, including:

Camera, lighting, and basic audio setup

Coaching on-screen participants as needed

Perform post-production editing, including:

Syncing audio and video

Trimming and cutting footage

Adding titles, lower thirds, callouts, and simple animated elements

Incorporating graphics, screen recordings, or motion elements as appropriate

Optimize videos for different delivery platforms (LMS, intranet, mobile, etc.)

Follow brand, style, and quality standards for all video assets

Keywords:

Education: Education

2–4 years of experience in instructional design, learning development, or a related field

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education, Learning Technologies, Communications, or a related discipline. Equivalent experience will be considered over formal degree.

Working knowledge of instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE or similar)

Experience developing learning content for adult learners in a corporate or technical environment

Hands-on experience with video production and editing

Toolkit

Instructional design and development tools (e.g., Articulate Storyline/Rise, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)

Video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Camtasia, or similar)

Basic understanding of:

Camera operation

Lighting fundamentals

Audio recording best practices

Experience integrating video into Vimeo, e-learning, or blended learning solutions

Required for Consideration

A portfiolio or selection of work samples showcasing video examples, e-Learning, and other training-based materials.

Skills and Experience:

Languages:

Patents: No

Publications: No

Veteran Status: No

# of Positions: 1

Location:

Jackson, MI

CMS Energy Corporate Headquarters (OEP), One Energy Plaza

Schedule:

Start Date: 05/04/2026

Estimated End Date: 05/04/2027

Hours Per Week: 40.00

Hours Per Day: 8.00

Interview Notes: Remote with occasional in person depending on video shoots

Skills

executive communication, internal communication, ghost writing, microsoft office, basic graphic design, Instructional design, E-learning, Training development, Training materials, Curriculum development, Articulate storyline, Instructional training, video production, Adobe captivate, Storyline, Camtasia, Content creation, Instructional development, Design, Lms, Adult learning

Top Skills Details

executive communication,internal communication,ghost writing,microsoft office,basic graphic design,Instructional design,E-learning,Training development,Training materials,Curriculum development,Articulate storyline,Instructional training,video production

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Skills:

•Advanced and skilled communicator

•Ability to influence high-level stakeholder audiences in extreme impact situations

•Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, with a heavy emphasis on PowerPoint and presentation creation

•Graphic design, photography and videography knowledge and understanding (Adobe Creative Suite)

•Ghost writing for executives and creative storytelling proficiency with ability to craft stories and utilize tools to produce visuals

•Experience and comfort working in c-level executive environment

•Able to think creatively and translate complex ideas and thoughts into concepts and terms that can easily be understood

•Self-initiator and empowered, ability to work with minimal details or requirements, within a wide degree of creativity and latitude, and produce high quality results

•Ability to work within a deadline-driven environment requiring high degree of professionalism, discretion and organization skills

•Exemplify agility to be able to quickly shift priorities easily and effectively

•Ability to work in a collaborative environment, by encouraging trust, mutual respect, and a shared purpose among team members and across the organization

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of Jackson, MI.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Jackson,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.