Senior Director-Instructional Design

Academian is looking for a Senior Director Instructional Design who brings strong instructional design expertise, a consultative mindset, and a deep understanding of the EdTech industry.If you enjoy collaborating with clients, translating learning needs into effective solutions, and leading instructional design initiatives, we’d love to hear from you!🔹 Key Responsibilities :1. Consulting Engagement ExecutionLead the execution of consulting engagements by providing expert guidance on instructional design initiatives.Ensure timely delivery and high-quality implementation of learning solutions.Apply relevant learning theories and instructional design models to develop effective training solutions.2. Proposal Development, Research & PrototypingConduct research and analysis to develop instructional design recommendations for client proposals.Collaborate with stakeholders to create innovative learning solutions aligned with client requirements.Lead the development of Proofs of Concept (POCs) for new projects and accounts.Work with cross-functional teams to design and develop prototypes that demonstrate the feasibility and effectiveness of proposed solutions.3. Course & Product AuditsConduct comprehensive audits of courses and learning products to evaluate effectiveness, quality, and alignment with instructional design standards.Identify improvement opportunities and provide actionable recommendations to enhance learning outcomes.Design curricula, develop macro- and micro-level training designs, create training materials, and prepare Functional Specification Documents (FSDs).4. Learning Experience Design & Team LeadershipLead projects as a senior learning experience design expert, providing strategic and consultative design inputs.Mentor and guide team members to ensure instructional design excellence and high-quality project delivery.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop diverse learning solutions.Apply strong design principles, interdisciplinary knowledge, and cross-cultural competency to learning projects.Ensure quality and consistency across all deliverables.5. Stakeholder & Client ManagementCollaborate with clients, business leaders, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), project managers, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define learning objectives.Manage stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment on expectations, feedback, and deliverables.Provide consultative recommendations that address client learning needs and business objectives.Manage stakeholder escalations, changing requirements, and coordination across design, content, and delivery teams.6. Thought Leadership & Industry EngagementContribute articles and professional posts on instructional design trends, best practices, and emerging innovations.Support the development of Academian’s social media content strategy and thought leadership initiatives.🔹 Ideal Candidate ProfileStrong expertise in instructional design and Learning Experience Design (LXD).Deep understanding of the EdTech industry and technology-enabled learning solutions.Experience designing program-level courses for school districts, colleges, and universities, as well as workforce development training.Strong knowledge of curriculum design, learning theories, training methodologies, and course development.Excellent consulting, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.Proven ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and manage multiple stakeholders while maintaining high-quality standards.Why Join Academian?Be part of a team that is transforming learning experiences through innovative, technology-enabled educational solutions and making a meaningful impact across the education ecosystem.