Instructional Designer

TITLE: Instructional Designer

LOCATION: Remote

ANTICIPATED DURATION: 5 months (April 2026 – August 2026)

Position Overview

We are seeking a contract Instructional Design Specialist to support the implementation of a new e-learning authoring platform (Parta.io), refresh existing certification content, and assist with assessment development for a new certificate program.

This role is execution-focused and technical in nature. The overall learning objectives, instructional framework, and assessments have already been designed. The selected candidate will focus on content builds, updates, migration, QA, and implementation within established templates and style guides.

This is not a strategic curriculum design role. It is ideal for an instructional designer with 2–5 years of hands-on e-learning development experience who is detail-oriented and comfortable working within defined standards.

Key Responsibilities

Parta Implementation & Content Migration

• Support the implementation and transition to Parta.io, the new e-learning authoring platform
• Build and configure course content in Parta using established templates and asset structures
• Migrate existing content from Rise (legacy authoring tool) into Parta
• Pilot and test modules within Parta as directed
• Ensure all builds align with defined content hierarchy and instructional standards
• Document progress, updates, and issues for handoff

Course Refresh & Product Updates

• Update approximately three existing courses with:
• New product screenshots
• Updated feature messaging
• UI changes and enhancements
• Capture and create screenshots or GIFs as needed (Snagit/Camtasia)
• Align course content with current product documentation
• Update instructional copy while maintaining consistency with the established writing style guide
• Follow the defined instructional model and lesson structure

Certificate Program Support

• Author capstone project activities and corresponding solutions for a new certificate program
• Author exam question items aligned to existing learning objectives
• Ensure consistency with established certification structure and assessment framework

Quality Assurance & Content Maintenance

• Perform QA audits on published courses to identify outdated or inaccurate content
• Resolve minor bugs and formatting inconsistencies
• Monitor and maintain live learning paths within the LMS (Skilljar)
• Flag larger strategic or design-level issues for internal review

Tools & Platforms

Experience with the following tools is preferred (training on Parta-specific workflows will be provided):

• Parta.io — Primary authoring platform
• Rise (Articulate Rise 360) — Legacy reference tool
• Skilljar — LMS platform
• Snagit / Camtasia — Screenshot and GIF capture
• Google Docs / Google Drive — Documentation and collaboration

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in instructional design, e-learning development, or educational content production
• Hands-on experience building content in e-learning authoring tools (Rise, Parta.io, Articulate Storyline/Rise 360, or similar)
• Experience working within established templates, style guides, and brand standards
• Strong attention to detail, particularly around UI accuracy and formatting consistency
• Experience updating SaaS product training or technical instructional content
• Ability to work independently in a remote, async-first environment
• Strong written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SaaS or technology customer education programs
• Experience migrating content between authoring platforms
• Experience authoring exam items or certification assessments
• Understanding of SCORM/xAPI standards
• Familiarity with LMS platforms such as Skilljar

The hourly pay rate range for this position is $50.00 to $62.00/hr dependent on factors including but not limited to client requirements, experience, statutory considerations, and location). Benefits available to full-time employees: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k and commuter benefits.

Synergis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act.

For immediate consideration, please forward your resume to kcorbin@Synergishr.com.

If you require assistance or an accommodation in the application or employment process, please contact us at kcorbin@Synergishr.com.

Synergis is a workforce solutions partner serving thousands of businesses and job seekers nationwide. Our digital world has accelerated the need for businesses to build IT ecosystems that enable growth and innovation along with enhancing the Total Experience (TX). Synergis partners with our clients at the intersection of talent and transformation to scale their balanced teams of tech, digital and creative professionals. Learn more about Synergis at www.synergishr.com.