Instructional Designer Specialist

Instructional Designer Specialist

Location:

US-NY-Melville | US-GA-Atlanta | US-IL-Itasca | US-TX-Irving | US-CA-Irvine | US-NJ-Jamesburg

Company:
Canon U.S.A., Inc.

Canon USA’s Sales Training team empowers sales representatives to excel in selling Canon’s cutting‑edge print and scan hardware and software solutions through dynamic self‑paced and instructor‑led training programs. In this role, you will lead the design and development of microlearning, web‑based training, and both virtual and in‑person instructor‑led programs tailored to our sales force. You will shape learning experiences that drive performance and support new product launches and strategic initiatives.

• Conduct needs assessments to identify performance gaps and define course goals
• Design and develop engaging, AI‑enhanced learning experiences using adult learning principles and instructional design models to personalize content, automate workflows, and optimize learner engagement
• Create content with tools such as Articulate 360 and Synthesia, including microlearning, eLearning, and instructor‑led materials such as instructor guides and student guides
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather content, clarify technical details, and ensure timely, accurate input throughout the design and development process
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously using project management best practices
• Evaluate training effectiveness and continuously improve learning solutions
• Stay current with trends in instructional design, learning technologies, and Canon’s printing solutions
• Maintain training documentation and records in accordance with departmental standards

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, plus 3 to 5 years of instructional design experience in a corporate environment
• Hands‑on experience in learning and development, particularly in instructor‑led training design, including the creation of facilitator guides and related materials
• Proficiency in eLearning tools such as Articulate 360, Google Docs, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word; experience with Synthesia or similar video tools is a plus
• Experience leveraging AI tools to personalize, automate, and optimize learning solutions
• Skilled in designing microlearning, web‑based training, and both virtual and in‑person instructor‑led training, including instructor guides and interactive content
• Strong understanding of adult learning principles, instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE), and learner engagement strategies
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills with the ability to work independently
• Business acumen with understanding of sales processes and ability to align training with performance goals
• Knowledge of enterprise office equipment, production print technologies, digital workflows, large format printing, and integrated software solutions is a plus
• Ability to travel domestically up to 25%
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record; position requires driving for company business

Salary range: $76,150 – $114,040 annually.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.