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Together with Industrial Training International (ITI), the global leader in specialized industrial learning solutions, we combine instructor-led training, online simulations, AI, and VR to help organizations and educational institutions upskill faster, reduce risk, and increase operational readiness.\nWe’ve helped train nearly 600,000 people and counting and and we're building the workforce that keeps the physical world running.\nVisitinterplaylearning.com to learn more.\nInterplay Ethos:\nAt Interplay, we love what we do. We embrace our daily challenge to push technological limits to invent better ways to make learning easier and training more powerful. We attract passionate people and invite spirited discourse. We celebrate that our jobs fit our lives, not the inverse. We are uncompromising in our belief that together: we can build better training, build better careers and build better lives for customers and our team.\nOur culture is grounded in these ethos, hear more about them from our CEO and founder, Doug Donovan.\nAwards & Recognition:\n2026 & 2025, Forbes, America’s Best Startup Employers\n2026, TIME, World’s Top EdTech Companies\n2026, Inc. 5000, Fastest-Growing U.S. Companies (2025, 2022, 2018)\n2024, Best Midsize Places to Work In Austin\n2024, Facilitiesnet Readers' Choice Award Winners for Software\n2024, AHR Expo Innovation Awards Winners for Software\nInterplay uses AI to support the recruiting/hiring process, but all hiring decisions are made by humans.\nPosition: Instructional Designer - Contract\nOn this 3+ month project, you’ll join our team as an extension of our existing Instructor-Led Training (ILT) instructional design and curriculum function, quickly getting up to speed and making an immediate impact. You’ll help build ILT courses at the forefront of skilled trades education-creating practical, timely learning experiences that develop the skills needed to keep our physical world running.\nAs an Instructional Designer, you’ll translate strategic content and technical expertise into high-impact, measurable learning experiences that drive skill mastery. Working closely with subject matter experts and internal teams, you’ll develop accurate, engaging ILT curricula in InDesign, including student workbooks, trainer materials, assessments, and activities.\nYou’ll bring structure and clarity to complex content, creating a cohesive learning journey that is practical, engaging, and competitive in the skilled trades training market.\nContract Details\nDuration: Approximately 3 months (Mid-October 2026 through January/February 2027)\nHours: 30-40 hours per week during standard business hours \nLocation: Remote, work from home \nCompensation: $35-$45/hr paid as 1099 nonemployee, compensation based on directly related experience and credentials\nThis is a 1099 Independent Contractor engagement governed by an Independent Contractor Agreement. The contractor will be responsible for their own:\nFederal, state, and local taxes, including any applicable self-employment taxes\nInsurance and other business-related expenses\nComputer, equipment, software, and other tools necessary to perform the work\nThe engagement is project-based and limited to the agreed scope, duration, and deliverables outlined in the Independent Contractor Agreement.\nInvoicing: Contractor will submit invoices for hours worked on a monthly basis, in accordance with the Independent Contractor Agreement.\nWhat you’ll do:\nCurriculum Design & Development\nDesign engaging, effective instructor-led learning experiences, including interactive lessons, workshops, activities, and assessments.\nWrite clear learning objectives, storyboard lessons, and develop assessments and activities that reinforce learning.\nInstructional Strategy & Pedagogy\nApply the ADDIE model and adult learning principles to create practical, learner-centered training.\nTransform technical and raw content into cohesive, engaging learning journeys that are easy to understand and apply.\nContent Production & Tooling\nUse InDesign to develop high-quality learning materials.\nCross-Functional Collaboration\nCommunicate clearly, collaborate effectively across functions, and maintain a strong attention to detail throughout the development process.\nWho you are:\nYou’re an experienced instructional designer who can quickly assess existing content, identify opportunities, and jump in with minimal ramp-up.\nYou’re highly collaborative and can seamlessly partner with SMEs, curriculum designers, and cross-functional teammates.\nYou’re comfortable taking ownership, making thoughtful recommendations, and moving work forward with limited direction.\nYou’re adaptable, detail-oriented, and able to balance high-quality work with the pace of a fast-moving team.\nYou’re the kind of partner who looks beyond the assignment-spotting opportunities, solving problems, and making an immediate impact.\nWhat You’ll Bring/Requirements:\n3 +years proven experience in instructional design.\nExpertise in Adobe InDesign. \nNice to have - Experience with designing courses in the skilled trades or related fields. \nProven ability to write clear learning objectives, storyboard lessons, and develop engaging assessments and activities. \nFamiliarity with the ADDIE model and adult learning theory. \nSolid understanding of how instructional materials are produced. \nAvailability to work daytime business hours, available for calls. \nOur Process:\nPlease submit your resume, cover letter and answer the application questionnaire. \nYou will be contacted by the Recruiter or Hiring Manager to schedule an interview. \nReferences may be required upon contract offer with a start date contingent on reference responses.\nSigned Independent Contractor Agreement and Background Check required prior to starting work. \nEqual Employment Opportunity\nInterplay is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity or expression, status as a veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic or activity in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.\nAs a federal contractor, Interplay takes affirmative action to consider qualified individuals without regard for disability and protected veterans status.\nIndividuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application or recruitment process must promptly contact the HR Department to discuss their particular needs.\nInterplay does not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about compensation.\nDrug Testing & Background Testing\nThe company conducts background checks as part of the hiring process after extending an offer of employment. These screenings are facilitated by trusted third-party specialists. All positions require I-9 verification, E-Verify, a background check, and a drug and alcohol screening. Depending on the role, additional screenings may include employment history verification, a DMV record check, reference checks, education and credential verification, or a credit history review.\nWe believe in fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace and encourage everyone to apply, regardless of background. Our hiring decisions are guided by skills, experience, and a shared commitment to our values. 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