# Instructional Designer

**Company:** [EliseAI](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/eliseai)
**Location:** New York, NY
**Role:** Technical Writing
**Salary:** $120k – $145k/yr
**Experience:** 3+ years
**Skills:** Figma, articulate 360, rise, storyline, camtasia, After Effects, premiere pro, wcag, scorm, xapi, lms, kirkpatrick model, bloom's taxonomy
**Posted:** 2026-08-11

> Designs scalable learning experiences for onboarding, product education, and internal enablement in a SaaS environment. The role requires 3+ years of instructional design experience, strong visual storytelling, Figma proficiency, and familiarity with e-learning, motion design, accessibility, and LMS tools.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Design and develop instructional content for onboarding, internal enablement, and product education.
- Partner with subject matter experts and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, validate technical accuracy, and create engaging learning experiences.
- Write scripts for training videos, product walkthroughs, demos, and other educational content.
- Translate complex workflows and product features into clear, actionable learning experiences.
- Create interactive guides, video explainers, motion graphics, and live training materials for feature rollouts.
- Use Figma to design branded layouts, prototypes, and learning templates.
- Apply motion and visual storytelling to make key concepts memorable and easy to understand.
- Conduct needs assessments, learner research, and usability testing.
- Establish frameworks, templates, and systems to scale content creation.
- Audit and iterate content for accessibility, usability, and alignment with business goals.

## Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in instructional design, learning experience design, or enablement in a SaaS or technology environment.
- Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design best practices, and performance-based learning.
- Proficiency in Figma for visual design, prototyping, and collaboration.
- Experience with e-learning and motion design tools such as Articulate 360, Rise, Storyline, Camtasia, After Effects, or Premiere Pro.
- Ability to translate technical and operational concepts into intuitive learning assets.
- Excellent communication and storytelling skills across visual, written, and verbal mediums.
- Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards, WCAG, SCORM/xAPI, and learner feedback loops.

## Nice-to-haves
- Degree in Instructional Design, Interaction Design, HCI, or a related visual or digital design field.
- Experience designing education or onboarding experiences for B2B SaaS.
- Background in motion, interaction, or visual storytelling.
- Experience with LMS platforms such as Skilljar, Lessonly, or WorkRamp.
- Familiarity with performance evaluation frameworks such as Kirkpatrick or Bloom’s Taxonomy.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: **$120,000–$145,000**.
- Equity in the form of stock options.
- Medical, dental, and vision premiums covered at 100%.
- Fully paid parental leave.
- Commuter benefits.
- 401(k) benefits.
- Monthly fitness stipend.
- Company-paid lunch and a stocked office kitchen.
- Company social events.
- Unlimited vacation and paid holidays.
- Relocation packages for candidates outside the greater NYC Metro area.

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