Learning Design Cosultant

Cultivate is a strategic consulting firm that partners with leaders at science-led companies to build high-performing cultures. As a Learning Design Consultant, you will design and develop comprehensive learning experiences that drive organizational transformation in corporate environments for our clients. You will translate strategic insights into engaging, effective learning programs using creative learning design, innovative approaches, and cutting-edge technologies. This role combines human-centered learning design expertise, hands-on content creation, and innovative thinking. You will be part of a client-facing consulting team working to transform organizational needs into powerful learning experiences while bringing creative, forward-thinking approaches to traditional corporate learning challenges, for both in-person and virtual formats.

Key Responsibilities

Discovery & Analysis

• Understand our enterprise clients' industries and strategic objectives
• Conduct stakeholder interviews across departments to uncover needs, pain points, and opportunities
• Analyze existing training programs, employee feedback, and organizational data to identify gaps
• Research company financial metrics, investor reports, and strategic priorities to inform recommendations
• Create compelling decks that translate complex findings into clear, actionable insights

Design & Development

• Design comprehensive human-centered learning experiences based on adult learning principles and innovative learning approaches, for both in-person and virtual formats
• Bring fresh, innovative approaches to traditional corporate training challenges
• Create comprehensive facilitator guides and participant materials
• Build interactive e-learning modules using Articulate 360 with creative, engaging elements
• Develop engaging multimedia content including videos, interactive simulations, and assessments
• Create client-ready slide decks with strong visual storytelling and clear narrative flow
• Maintain consistency in branding, messaging, and instructional approach across all programs
• Ensure all digital content is accessible and optimized for various devices and platforms
• Facilitate pilot testing with target audiences and iterate based on feedback

Client / Project Management

• Build client and stakeholder relationships that uncover their evolving needs
• Manage learning design projects with strong attention to detail and timelines
• Create structured project workplans with tracked milestones
• Maintain transparent communication with clients and internal teams through proactive updates and documentation
• Facilitate effective client meetings with thorough preparation and comprehensive follow-up

Required Competencies

• Discovery & Synthesis: Ability to effectively interview stakeholders to uncover organizational needs and synthesize complex findings into clear, compelling recommendations that drive decision-making.
• Experience Design Mindset: Applies human-centered design principles to create seamless, engaging learner journeys that feel intuitive and memorable from first touchpoint to completion
• Business Acumen: Demonstrates curiosity about clients' industries, business models, and strategic challenges to design learning solutions that are deeply relevant to their organizational context
• Learning Design Expertise: Strong foundation in adult learning principles and curriculum design with ability to create innovative programs that drive measurable behavior change in corporate environments for both in-person and virtual environments
• Presentation & Communication Excellence: Excellent communication skills, including the ability to lead client meetings, present findings and recommendations clearly, and build rapport with stakeholders;
• Project Management Excellence: Demonstrates strong organizational skills in managing multiple learning projects simultaneously with precision timing and stakeholder coordination
• Technical Skills: Expert PowerPoint skills; Proficiency in e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Rise/Storyline) and ability to create engaging, interactive digital learning experiences with creative flair
• Innovation & Creative Problem-Solving: Brings fresh perspectives to traditional training challenges, developing novel solutions that engage modern learners

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 3-5 years of experience designing and building virtual and in-person programs as a learning designer in corporate environments
• Creative mindset with demonstrated ability to bring innovative approaches to learning challenges
• Strong project management capabilities with experience managing multiple initiatives and stakeholder relationships
• Expert-level PowerPoint skills including slide design, visual storytelling, and presentation development
• Excellent presentation and communication skills when working directly with clients, including the ability to lead project meetings, present findings and recommendations clearly, and build rapport with stakeholders
• Solid proficiency with Articulate 360/Storyline or similar
• Basic proficiency with video editing and graphic design tools
• Familiarity with and curiosity for using AI tools for learning enhancement

Work environment

• This is a remote role in a fast-paced environment;
• Occasional travel to client site may be required
• Must be available during Eastern time zone working hours
• Sometimes need to extend regular working hours to meet tight deadlines and/or attend global client calls, but can adjust overall hours with flex time

Contract Details:

• Contract role, 30 - 35 hours / week
• 4-month engagement with opportunity for extension
• Rate: $40 - $50 / hour

Company DescriptionCultivate is a strategic consulting firm that partners with leaders at science-led companies to build high-performing cultures that thrive. Our work sits at the intersection of innovation, strategic thinking, leadership development and navigating organizational transformation. Learn more at www.cultivate.co Apply tot his job Apply To this Job