About Us
At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.
Job Family Talent Management & Learning
Who We Are We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life. Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them. We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good – for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.
Job Description Summary The Instructional Designer is responsible for the design and development of eLearning and classroom programs delivered through video, webinars, on-the-job training, quick reference guides, podcasts, and blended learning.
Responsibilities
Use instructional design, adult learning theories, and industry-recognized design practices (e.g. ADDIE, SAM) to customize and innovate new and existing programs.
Complete the planning phase of content development using educational technologies and leading developing tools.
Create course design plans, lead technical development, create storylines, manage project plans, and develop/execute test plans.
Integrate eLearning formats into existing programs.
Provide guidance and instruction to trainers on program design.
Draft and finalize project plans. Suggest improvements to processes.
Develop reinforcement activities (such as exercises, practices, and review questions) and supporting materials (such as course descriptions, setup instructions and facilitator guides).
Collaborate with others to lead all phases of development with general guidance, including working with: curriculum management, SMEs, stakeholders, technology resources, vendors and customers.
Complete the development of storyboards and release of content in accordance with existing departmental processes and standards, including: writing content, interviewing SMEs and documenting information accurately, applying style guidelines, submitting drafts to peers and SMEs for review and incorporating feedback.
Perform quality assurance for content and course developed eLearning.
Analyze current training programs for effectiveness and to identify areas for improvement.
Keep informed of latest trends in authoring tools, learning management systems and virtual collaboration tools. Make recommendation for new tools and software.
Lead working teams in moderate to highly complex course development acting as project manager when necessary.
Maintain a library of eLearning modules, video presentations, and other materials.
Coach and mentor staff analysts; may manage staff as needed.
Design and develop instructional materials tailored for external customers, ensuring content meets their specific needs and enhances their learning experience.
Implement customer education programs that drive engagement and knowledge retention, utilizing feedback to continuously improve curriculum.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or equivalent experience
Five years of instructional design experience
Thorough understanding of instructional design principles, including ability with ADDIE, Kirkpatrick’s level of evaluation, Blooms taxonomy, and adult learning theory
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Analytical ability to evaluate training needs and programs
Writing and communication skills for creating content and disseminating program information and updates
Creative thinking skills to conceptualize and brainstorm innovative learning strategies
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines within budget
LMS experience with detailed understanding of SCORM compliance standards
Proficiency using MS Office tools, including SharePoint and OneNote
Proficiency using instructional design/development software (e.g. Articulate Storyline, Vyond, Brainshark, Adobe Creative Cloud – Photoshop, InDesign, Audition, After Effects, Premier Pro, Camtasia)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Learning Management Systems
Proficiency using Articulate 360 suite
Proficiency creating animated explainer videos using After Effects and Premiere Pro
Working Conditions
Hybrid at the following core locations:
Cedar Rapids
Baltimore
Denver
Philadelphia
Compensation The salary for this position generally ranges between $72,000-$85,000. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law. The range may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Rule 4.1.2.
Bonus Eligibility This position is also typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at Company Discretion.
Employment Eligibility Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Disclaimer Beware of fake job offers! We’ve been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note:
We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer—not through text or email.
This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.
What We Offer For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs
Inclusion & Diversity We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.
To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.
Giving Back We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.
Transamerica’s Parent Company Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe. It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.
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Job Family Talent Management & Learning
Who We Are We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life. Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them. We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good – for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.
Job Description Summary The Instructional Designer is responsible for the design and development of eLearning and classroom programs delivered through video, webinars, on-the-job training, quick reference guides, podcasts, and blended learning.
Responsibilities
Use instructional design, adult learning theories, and industry-recognized design practices (e.g. ADDIE, SAM) to customize and innovate new and existing programs.
Complete the planning phase of content development using educational technologies and leading developing tools.
Create course design plans, lead technical development, create storylines, manage project plans, and develop/execute test plans.
Integrate eLearning formats into existing programs.
Provide guidance and instruction to trainers on program design.
Draft and finalize project plans. Suggest improvements to processes.
Develop reinforcement activities (such as exercises, practices, and review questions) and supporting materials (such as course descriptions, setup instructions and facilitator guides).
Collaborate with others to lead all phases of development with general guidance, including working with: curriculum management, SMEs, stakeholders, technology resources, vendors and customers.
Complete the development of storyboards and release of content in accordance with existing departmental processes and standards, including: writing content, interviewing SMEs and documenting information accurately, applying style guidelines, submitting drafts to peers and SMEs for review and incorporating feedback.
Perform quality assurance for content and course developed eLearning.
Analyze current training programs for effectiveness and to identify areas for improvement.
Keep informed of latest trends in authoring tools, learning management systems and virtual collaboration tools. Make recommendation for new tools and software.
Lead working teams in moderate to highly complex course development acting as project manager when necessary.
Maintain a library of eLearning modules, video presentations, and other materials.
Coach and mentor staff analysts; may manage staff as needed.
Design and develop instructional materials tailored for external customers, ensuring content meets their specific needs and enhances their learning experience.
Implement customer education programs that drive engagement and knowledge retention, utilizing feedback to continuously improve curriculum.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design or equivalent experience
Five years of instructional design experience
Thorough understanding of instructional design principles, including ability with ADDIE, Kirkpatrick’s level of evaluation, Blooms taxonomy, and adult learning theory
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Analytical ability to evaluate training needs and programs
Writing and communication skills for creating content and disseminating program information and updates
Creative thinking skills to conceptualize and brainstorm innovative learning strategies
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines within budget
LMS experience with detailed understanding of SCORM compliance standards
Proficiency using MS Office tools, including SharePoint and OneNote
Proficiency using instructional design/development software (e.g. Articulate Storyline, Vyond, Brainshark, Adobe Creative Cloud – Photoshop, InDesign, Audition, After Effects, Premier Pro, Camtasia)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Learning Management Systems
Proficiency using Articulate 360 suite
Proficiency creating animated explainer videos using After Effects and Premiere Pro
Working Conditions
Hybrid at the following core locations:
Cedar Rapids
Baltimore
Denver
Philadelphia
Compensation The salary for this position generally ranges between $72,000-$85,000. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law. The range may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by Colorado Equal Pay Transparency Rule 4.1.2.
Bonus Eligibility This position is also typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at Company Discretion.
Employment Eligibility Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Disclaimer Beware of fake job offers! We’ve been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note:
We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.
Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer—not through text or email.
This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.
What We Offer For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.
Compensation Benefits
Competitive Pay
Bonus for Eligible Employees
Benefits Package
Pension Plan
401k Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Insurance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Discounts
Career Training & Development Opportunities
Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.
Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).
Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars
Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program
Back-Up Care Program
PTO for Volunteer Hours
Employee Matching Gifts Program
Employee Resource Groups
Inclusion and Diversity Programs
Employee Recognition Program
Referral Bonus Programs
Inclusion & Diversity We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women.
To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all.
Giving Back We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work.
Transamerica’s Parent Company Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe. It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity.
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