When evaluating this job posting I felt inspired to write about my thoughts about it and how I might approach this type of Job Post:
Job Posting I found
Title: “Talented Instructional Designer Wanted for Engaging Onboarding Course”
**Job Title: Talented Instructional Designer Wanted for Engaging Onboarding Course**
**Company Description:**
We are a dynamic and growing small business, dedicated to providing innovative solutions in our industry. As we continue to expand, we recognize the importance of a comprehensive onboarding program for our new hires. We are looking for a talented Instructional Designer to join our team and create an engaging and effective onboarding course using TalentLMS.
**Job Overview:**
As an instructional designer, you will play a key role in developing a structured onboarding course that covers the key aspects of our business, industry, and job roles. You will collaborate with our team to understand our company culture, values, and onboarding goals. The goal is to create an immersive learning experience that sets our new hires up for success from day one.
**Responsibilities:**
– Collaborate with our team to gain a deep understanding of our company culture, values, and onboarding goals
– Develop a comprehensive onboarding course using TalentLMS, ensuring it covers all necessary topics and engages diverse learners
– Create engaging and interactive content, including written materials, multimedia elements, and quizzes
– Incorporate best practices in adult learning to enhance the effectiveness of the onboarding course
– Regularly update and revise the course content to reflect changes in company processes or policies
**Qualifications:**
– Proven experience in instructional design and course creation, preferably with TalentLMS
– Excellent writing and communication skills
– Familiarity with our industry and the specific needs of our business
– Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
– A portfolio or samples of previous work showcasing your expertise in creating effective onboarding materials
**How to Apply:**
If you are a creative and experienced course content creator with a passion for onboarding, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please submit your application through our website. Include your resume, a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, and links to samples of onboarding courses you have created.
**Benefits:**
– Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing small business
– Flexibility in creating the course content and structure
– Competitive rate based on the scope of the project and your level of experience
We look forward to receiving your application and creating an engaging onboarding course together!
Here are some of my insights
Is this job post interesting to me?
Yes, this job post is interesting to me. As an eLearning Instructional Designer with a strong background in using tools such as Articulate Storyline 360, Rise, Adobe Captivate, and other eLearning development tools, this job aligns with my skills and experience.
What would I do to prepare before possibly replying to this job posting?
Before replying to this job posting, I would:
- Review my portfolio to select the most relevant examples of my work that showcase my expertise in creating effective onboarding materials.
- Research the company to understand its culture, values, and industry better.
- Reflect on my previous experiences to prepare specific examples where I successfully created engaging and interactive content, particularly for onboarding courses.
What questions might I prepare to ask about this job if I get an interview?
I would prepare to ask:
- What are the specific goals of the onboarding program?
- What challenges have you faced with your current onboarding process?
- What is the timeline for this project?
- How would you define success for this project?
If I am not interested or too busy to take this project on right now, how could I decline the interview professionally?
If I were in a position where I couldn’t take on the project, I would respond with something like:
“Dear Hiring Manager,
Thank you for considering me for the Instructional Designer position. After careful consideration, I regret to inform you that I am unable to take on this project at the moment due to other commitments. I appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to work with your team in the future.
Best regards,
Adam”
I’ll file this with the following terms:
eLearning Instructional Design
Job Evaluation Strategy
