Multimedia Curriculum Designer- Secret clearance required

Job Title: Multimedia Curriculum Designer (Also known as: Learning Experience Designer eLearning Developer Curriculum Developer and Learning and Development Specialist)

Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance required (interim OK)

Travel Requirement: up to 25%

Citizenship: US Citizenship required

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Multimedia Curriculum Designer to join our innovative team creating modern engaging and accessible digital and in-person learning this role you will be responsible for executing training development using ADDIE/SAM methodologies to maximize the learner experience and reflect best practices in instructional design and the latest educational technologies. This includes delivering a broad mix of solutionssuch as face-to-face instruction virtual instructor-led training scenario-based exercises and self-paced learningthat incorporate expert execution of voiceovers videography animation-driven methods while adhering to our design standards. With a team of experienced instructional designers you will support making their visions come to life while adhering to design standards instructional strategies and documented processes and procedures.

Leveraging expertise in curriculum development instructional design and multimedia production you will create high-quality content for audiences across industries including Special Operations Forces Tactical Communications Systems SaaS and enterprise solutions. This is a collaborative and highly creative role partnering with subject matter experts instructional designers engineering and product teams to deliver impactful learning outcomes contributing to Warfighter readiness.

Responsibilities:

Youre a perfect match if you:

Collaborate with instructional designers subject matter experts and stakeholders to implement instructional strategies supporting diverse adult learners by translating complex technical information into accessible learning content

Design and develop interactive training and multimedia assets (videos infographics illustrations animations motion graphics audio) using tools like Articulate 360 and Adobe Creative Suite

Develop and produce customer-facing enablement assets user guides and performance support materials ensuring design standards are met

Apply accessibility standards (Section 508 WCAG) to learning content in support of institutional regulatory or client requirements

Manage multiple concurrent projects using agile or iterative project management methodologies

Communicate clearly and meet delivery commitments in fast-paced environments

You get bonus points if you:

Recommend and integrate emerging technology (AI-based tools gamification simulations AR/VR) to enhance learner engagement and more efficient training development

Are familiar with project management and collaboration tools (Jira SharePoint MS Office)

Perform quality assurance reviews content updates and continuous improvement based on learner and team feedback

Test and troubleshoot eLearning content for SCORM/xAPI compliance and LMS compatibility (Cornerstone)

Experience developing rapid content using tools like Synthesia

Have used AI to develop content rapidly while maintaining instructional integrity

We know you have what it takes if you have:

Outstanding ability to synthesize information and collaborate with team to understand design approaches and training requirements to ensure designs match expectations

Deep understanding of adult learning theory (andragogy experiential learning microlearning blended learning)

Proficient in the ADDIE and SAM models

Strong ability to map instructional strategies to outcome-driven training content and assessments.

Expert-level proficiency with Articulate 360 suite (Storyline Rise Presenter) Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop Illustrator InDesign Premiere Pro After Effects) and BlenderExpert-level skills in PowerPoint and the use of master slides conforming to design standards

Expert-level skills in Word and the use of styles conforming to design standards

Excellent skills in video and audio production for developing animations and motion graphics

Experience in graphic design data visualization branding and creating visually compelling learning experiences

Strong knowledge of SCORM/xAPI standards and LMS integration

Outstanding organizational and project management skills with a proven ability to juggle multiple deadlines and evolving requirements while keeping file management tidy and accessible

Effective communicator collaborator and iterative problem-solver able to synthesize feedback and drive consensus with cross-functional teams

Bachelors degree in Instructional Design Multimedia Production Graphic Design or a related field (equivalent experience considered)

7 years of experience in instructional design multimedia curriculum development or digital content production for adult learners

Expert in courseware authoring tools specifically Articulate 360

Subject matter expert in Adobe Creative Cloud

Subject matter expert in Microsoft Office applications

Comfortable with written communication and documentation

Self-starter with the ability to dive in with minimal direction

Flexible with experience working in a fast-paced environment

Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

Experience and willingness to explore AI to identify productivity and efficiency gains

Must possess an active Secret Security Clearance

About Sherpa 6:

At Sherpa 6 we love to solve problems and provide the best solutions for our customers. Our approach to a problem is to find a user-focused and design-driven solution that is simple yet functional and effective. We are a group of enthusiastic forward-thinkers who are excited to build amazing solutions with bleeding-edge technology. We hire people who are forward thinkers passionate about what they do love to collaborate and want to constantly learn. We enjoy what we do and were not afraid to put the extra effort in to accomplish the mission; call us Sherpas. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business we know what it means to serve. We have made it our mission to be the leaders in solutions that protect and give our Warfighters the edge they need when put into harms way.

About Sherpa 6:

At Sherpa 6 we love to solve problems and provide the best solutions for our customers. Our approach to a problem is to find a user-focused and design-driven solution that is simple yet functional and effective. We are a group of enthusiastic forward-thinkers who are excited to build amazing solutions with bleeding-edge technology. We hire people who are forward thinkers passionate about what they do love to collaborate and want to constantly learn. We enjoy what we do and were not afraid to put the extra effort in to accomplish the mission; call us Sherpas. As a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business we know what it means to serve. We have made it our mission to be the leaders in solutions that protect and give our Warfighters the edge they need when put into harms way.

Background Screening/Check/Investigation:

Successful completion of a background screening/check/investigation will/may be required as a condition of hire.

ADA:

Sherpa 6 will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990.

EEO/AA:

Sherpa 6 does not discriminate based on race color national origin sex religion age disability sexual orientation gender identity veteran status height weight or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefits package covering the cost of medical for you and your family; we also offer dental vision health and wellness benefits and a generous retirement savings plan. We believe that our employees can manage their workload and their personal life therefore we extend a generous PTO policy. This allows our employees to balance their lives as they see fit.

Salary Range:

The proposed salary range is reflective across all Sherpa 6 locations years of experience and skill levels. Salary negotiations will be based on a host of factors including but not limited to your geographic location prior experience relevant skills education and certifications.