Instructional Designer

Why Work at BYU As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life."

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter–day Saints.

Instructional Designer This position is responsible for designing and/or project managing innovative and relevant educational material and learning experiences in a variety of subjects that will reach both domestic and international students. Work may also include duties that help maintain high quality learning support such as reviewing courses for accessibility and copyright, building learning experiences in the LMS, and collaborating with instructors, SMEs, and other designers.

• Work with instructors or SMEs to create a project map and assessment plans based on learning outcomes in compliance with online teaching and learning standards.
• Identify and align learning outcomes for each assigned project (needs assessment).
• Assemble content and learning activities in LMS and/or website to create a well‑organized product.
• Provide direction to instructional design assistants, as assigned.
• Communicate deadlines, including ongoing modifications, to student success member teams.
• Manage complex delivery workflows from the project outline phase to the project launch.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with other IDs, instructors, and SMEs.
• Identify and implement appropriate third‑party learning tools.

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Proficient with an LMS (Blackboard, Canvas, Learning Suite, etc.).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, Zoom, Live Remote technologies.
• Knowledgeable of live remote instructional design teaching/learning practices.

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or closely related field.
• One or more years of full‑time direct work experience in the field of course design and production.

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Master’s degree in Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or closely related field.
• Three or more years of work experience in the field of course design and production.

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU.
• Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, or closely related field.
• Seven or more years of full‑time direct work experience in the field of course design and production, or an equivalent combination of a bachelor’s degree in instructional design, instructional technology, or a closely related field, plus nine or more years of full‑time direct work experience in the field of course design and production.

• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Proficient with Articulate Storyline.
• Familiarity with video production (Final Cut, Adobe Premiere/After Effects).
• Familiarity with workflow applications.
• Some supervisory and project management experience.

• 401(k): BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans).
• Excellent work‑life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually.
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household.
• Tuition…