Instructional Designer/Content Creator - Chicago, IL

Job Description

Instructional Designer/Content Creator - Chicago, IL

Job Summary: We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Entry-Level Instructional Designer / Content Creator to join our Learning & Development team. This role is ideal for someone with a foundational understanding of instructional design principles and experience using Articulate tools (Storyline, Rise) to develop engaging eLearning content. You will collaborate with subject matter experts to design, develop, and deliver learning materials that enhance employee skills and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• E-learning Development: Assist in creating interactive e-learning courses using Articulate Storyline, ensuring content is engaging and aligned with learning objectives and Global Content Standards.
• Content Collaboration: Work closely with subject matter experts to gather, validate, and organize instructional content for course development.
• Course Deployment: Support the upload and maintenance of courses and curriculums within the Learning Management System (LMS-SuccessFactors), ensuring smooth access and functionality for learners.
• Instructional Design Application: Apply foundational instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, SAM) to structure and sequence course materials effectively.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct thorough testing of e-learning modules across devices and platforms to identify and resolve technical or content-related issues.
• Content Review & Updates: Review course content regularly and implement revisions based on stakeholder and learner feedback to maintain accuracy and relevance.
• Documentation Management: Maintain version control and documentation of course development processes and materials aligned with Global Content Management Strategy to ensure organized and up-to-date records.

Skills:

• Instructional Design & Content Development
• Articulate Storyline & Rise
• Storyboarding & Scriptwriting
• Multimedia Integration (audio, video, graphics)
• Strong Communication & Collaboration
• Time Management & Organization
• Basic Troubleshooting & Quality Assurance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor/Associates degree in Education, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or related field preferred.
• Experience with Articulate 360 tools (Storyline, Rise) for eLearning development.
• Basic understanding of instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM, etc.) and adult learning principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality learning content.
• Familiarity with multimedia tools and graphic design is a plus.

Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.  * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required.  * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required.  
​Hiring Manager-  Samantha Beam  ​
Recruiter-  Karen Kremer

 

City

Chicago

State

IL - Illinois

Location Country

United States

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.