Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hard Rock Digital is building an online sportsbook, casino, and social casino business focused on gaming, entertainment, hospitality, and digital products. The E-Learning Instructional Designer - People Development will design and manage engaging digital and blended learning experiences, assess development needs, collaborate with stakeholders, and evaluate learning impact across the organization.
Responsibilities
- Work with and consult subject matter experts (SMEs) to identify learning needs and objectives, gather accurate design requirements and facilitate an effective development process
- Collaborate with SMEs and cross-functional business partners to ensure learning meets the objectives for the business/department and individual
- Partner with SMEs to maintain/revise internal content and curriculum
- Contribute to the development and communication of the People Development Strategic Playbook and Roadmaps
- Partner with People Development team members on projects and programs that improve the overall learning experience
- Manage and complete projects within a specified timeline while prioritizing and working on multiple projects simultaneously
- Conduct regular needs assessments to identify skill gaps and recommend People Development Roadmap priorities across the business
- Establish learning metrics to evaluate and analyse the impact and return on investment of People Development initiatives on individual, departmental and organizational performance
- Utilize analytics and feedback from team member performance and engagement surveys to help drive strategic decisions that support both individual, departmental and business growth
- Recommend adjustments to ensure desired outcomes are met and products within the People Development portfolio are continuously evolving to ensure effective initiatives
- Develop project plans for design / development of identified solutions (e.g., in-scope / out of scope elements, timeframes, resources, roles / responsibilities, priorities, cost estimates, feasibility analyses, risks / assumptions)
- Design and develop dynamic instructional content and simulations to create interactive, engaging, impactful courses and appropriate for the business need and audience
- Creatively market to all team members to maximize engagement (flyers, email communications etc) with the People Development Academy portfolio
- Ensure programs are aligned with industry best practices and tailored to meet the specific needs of the business
- Contribute to and maintain the People Development Academy portfolio training/course catalog
- Adopting cohesive style guide and ensure a consistent design language is applied to the PD portfolio
- Write and edit audio voice-over scripts for e-learning, when needed
- Liaise with vendors, negotiate best term agreements and undertake internal vendor registration
- Stay abreast of emerging learning technologies and tools to enhance the delivery and accessibility of the People Development portfolio
- Monitor subscriptions for learning platforms across the business and provide data to inform decision-making for utilization purposes
- Work with Operations L&D ensure all PD portfolio is uploaded against the roadmap and ensure appropriate reporting is undertaken
- Create assessments and evaluations to measure the effectiveness of learning interventions using key performance metrics
Skills
- We are looking for an individual who has excellent written and verbal communication skills with a commanding presence
- The role is best suited for a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with a passion for sports, gaming and helping others
- 5+ years of experience in L&D, HR, Talent Management or similar roles, ideally within technology, creative industries or online gaming sectors
- Bachelor's degree in Learning and Development, Human Resources or professional equivalent such as Certified Professional in Learning and Performance (CPLP), Certified Learning and Development Professional (CLDP) or Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM)
- 2+ years' experience developing corporate e-Learning in tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe, Synthesia and PowerPoint
- A curious mindset and a strong desire to learn and develop with evidence of Continuous Professional Development
- Strong understanding of andragogy principles, instructional design, and learning technologies
- Contemporary knowledge of e-learning practices and strategies, including micro and bitesize learning
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, facilitation, stakeholder management to effectively communicate with all levels within the business and outside vendors
- Experience of implementing and using an LMS and online learning technology
- Proficiency in analyzing data and use insights for decision-making and recommendations to business leaders and the People Leadership Team
- Strategic thinker with the ability to align learning initiatives with organizational goals
- Familiarity with industry trends and best practices in learning and development
- Experience in the Gaming Industry a distinct advantage
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage Options
- Employee Discounts
- Advancement Opportunities
- Startup culture backed by a secure, global brand
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