Beacon Hill
Instructional Designer & Trainer--Madison, WI (HYBRID)
Beacon Hill, Madison, Wisconsin, us, 53774
Instructional Designer & Trainer--Madison, WI (HYBRID)
We are seeking a Contract Instructional Designer / Trainer to lead the design and delivery of internal training programs focused on Microsoft Copilot, SharePoint Online, and related Microsoft 365 tools.
Working closely with IT, Learning Management System (LMS) teams, and functional leaders, the consultant will assess the current state of adoption, identify user needs and skill gaps, develop engaging and accessible training content, and deliver learning experiences both in-person and virtually.
Conduct training needs assessments with IT, business leaders, and user groups.
Identify learning priorities and skill gaps among non-IT employees.
Partner with LMS teams to develop and publish instructional materials and recorded content.
Create practical learning content (guides, videos, job aids, tutorials) covering Microsoft 365 tools.
Design and deliver training sessions (live and virtual) for non-technical audiences.
Collaborate with functional leaders to identify champions and SMEs to reinforce adoption.
Package training materials for ongoing use within the organization.
Support the creation of a repeatable framework for technology enablement and workforce upskilling.
Required Skills & Experience
5+ years in instructional design, learning development, or technology training.
Experience creating and delivering engaging content for non-technical learners.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, including SharePoint Online, Microsoft Copilot, Teams, OneDrive, Power Automate.
Proven ability to conduct needs analyses and translate findings into structured learning.
Experience developing blended learning materials (live, virtual, and self-paced).
Strong communication, organization, and facilitation skills.
Experienced delivering training in-person, virtually, and through LMS platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on training experience with Microsoft Copilot and Power Platform tools.
Familiarity with adult learning principles and instructional design models.
Experience with authoring tools (Articulate, Camtasia, Captivate, PowerPoint).
Prior experience working with hybrid or distributed teams in complex organizations.
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
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Working closely with IT, Learning Management System (LMS) teams, and functional leaders, the consultant will assess the current state of adoption, identify user needs and skill gaps, develop engaging and accessible training content, and deliver learning experiences both in-person and virtually.
Conduct training needs assessments with IT, business leaders, and user groups.
Identify learning priorities and skill gaps among non-IT employees.
Partner with LMS teams to develop and publish instructional materials and recorded content.
Create practical learning content (guides, videos, job aids, tutorials) covering Microsoft 365 tools.
Design and deliver training sessions (live and virtual) for non-technical audiences.
Collaborate with functional leaders to identify champions and SMEs to reinforce adoption.
Package training materials for ongoing use within the organization.
Support the creation of a repeatable framework for technology enablement and workforce upskilling.
Required Skills & Experience
5+ years in instructional design, learning development, or technology training.
Experience creating and delivering engaging content for non-technical learners.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, including SharePoint Online, Microsoft Copilot, Teams, OneDrive, Power Automate.
Proven ability to conduct needs analyses and translate findings into structured learning.
Experience developing blended learning materials (live, virtual, and self-paced).
Strong communication, organization, and facilitation skills.
Experienced delivering training in-person, virtually, and through LMS platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on training experience with Microsoft Copilot and Power Platform tools.
Familiarity with adult learning principles and instructional design models.
Experience with authoring tools (Articulate, Camtasia, Captivate, PowerPoint).
Prior experience working with hybrid or distributed teams in complex organizations.
Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
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