Google Chromebook - Instructional Designer & Training Specialist

Job Description Job Type: Regular Work Location: Remote - TX - Dallas Overview: [REDACTED] is seeking an immediate remote Instructional Design and Training Specialist representing our client, [REDACTED]. The Instructional Designer & Training Specialist designs and delivers engaging learning programs that support the global growth of the [REDACTED] (ChromeOS) ecosystem. As part of the Training & Sales Enablement team, this role partners with content, facilitation, and learning technology experts to create impactful training for external partners, including OEMs, retailers, and strategic partners. Experience in retail learning and development is required. This remote role supports a fast-paced technology environment and requires up to 25% travel, as needed. This is a full-time, regular employee position (W-2) with a 12-month commitment and strong intent to renew based on performance and business needs. This role is not a temp, contract, or independent contractor position. Our Benefits • Competitive salary, paid weekly • Next-day pay on demand with DailyPay • Health/Dental/Vision benefits • 401K Program with matching • Paid Time Off • Paid Holidays • Scholarship opportunities for employees and direct family members • Employee Assistance Program • Leadership Development Program Job Description: As an Instructional Designer & Training Specialist, you will join the Training & Sales Enablement organization, representing our client, [REDACTED]. This position is responsible for developing and coordinating a variety of learning programs within a highly capable product team comprising content creators, facilitators, and learning technology experts. You will support a fast-paced technology environment by delivering dynamic people solutions that grow the ChromeOS ecosystem globally. The Chromebook Go-To-Market (GTM) team plays a vital role in growing the ChromeOS (Chromebook) ecosystem globally. By collaborating with a variety of external [REDACTED] partners. Including OEMs, retailers, and strategic partners, you will build visionary training strategies and deliver educational experiences that are consistently engaging, memorable, and fun. Your deep expertise in Instructional Design, coupled with a proven Learning & Development background, will be essential to building a visionary training strategy. You will be expected to deliver educational experiences that are consistently engaging, memorable, and fun for a wide variety of external [REDACTED] partners, including OEMs, retailers, and other strategic partners. This role is remote, traveling up to 25% per business needs. Key Responsibilities • End-to-End Content Creation: Develop, write, and coordinate diverse learning materials, ranging from executive-level slide presentations to comprehensive online curriculum and rapid video content • Strategic Collaboration: Partner with stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to determine content development needs and translate technical details into digestible training sources • Project & Program Management: Function as a lead Project or Program Manager as needed, ensuring all learning efforts are driven effectively from the design phase through to full implementation • Curriculum Curation: Act as a central curator of learning sources to support broad employee and talent pools, maintaining accuracy and timeliness to positively impact retail partnerships • Enablement Partnership: Work alongside account team leads to develop product and services training for the [REDACTED] mobile computing portfolio • Implementation & Operations: Partner with enablement managers to ensure program success, manage reporting across the training organization, and maintain a firm understanding of technology solutions from a learning perspective Qualifications and Experience • 6+ years of experience in developing creative digital content materials and planning employee training programs • A background in retail, computing, mobile, or other product-based OEMs is highly desired, with a specific line of sight to Go-to-Market strategies and product training • Knowledge of Learning Management Systems (LMS), content management systems, and virtual facilitation tools like [REDACTED], WebEx, or Zoom • Expert proficiency with e-Learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and/or Adobe Captivate • Instructional design experience supporting retail/sales, including e-learning and rapid design principles; or combined work experience and education. Must have experience developing materials that build knowledge and skill • Proficiency in leveraging Generative AI tools (e.g., Gemini, [REDACTED]) to accelerate content creation, streamline storyboarding, and enhance rapid material development workflows • Demonstrated experience with instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM), adult learning principles (Bloom's Taxonomy), and rapid design principles for retail/sales environments • Mastery of [REDACTED] applications (ranging from Slides, Sheets, Docs, Vids/Labs) and Microsoft Office products • Proficiency with Adobe Design Premium (Photoshop, Illustrator) and demonstrated ability to build graphics and execute video development • Demonstrated ability to build graphics and rapid video development is also a plus ○ Knowledge of Learning Management Systems and emerging learning technology • Demonstrated ability to design and develop web-based content and maintain websites is preferred • Experience in retail learning & development is highly desired • A strong team orientation with a dedication to the success of the team's objectives and the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups Core Competencies • Ability to work cooperatively and build strong relationships with peers and senior leadership locally and globally; sharing ideas and developing effective business processes in support of the company mission • Ability to collaborate and be comfortable dealing with ambiguity, influencing across multiple complex organizations, creating effective business partnerships • Polished interpersonal skills, including strong verbal and written communication skills in local market language • Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, have attention to detail, and work effectively under deadlines in a collaborative and matrixed environment Essential Job Functions • Work is generally performed in an office environment • Operate a computer keyboard and view a video display terminal between 50% - 95% of work time, including prolonged periods of time • Requires considerable (90%+) work utilizing high visual acuity/detail, numeric/character distinction, and moderate hand/finger dexterity • The movement and transportation of equipment, most of the time is under 25 pounds • Performs work under time schedules and stress which are normally periodic or cyclical, including time sensitive deadlines, intellectual challenge, some language barriers, and project management deadlines • Machines, tools, equipment, and work aids include printers, copiers, faxes, and other equipment commonly associated with an office work area • May require additional hours beyond the normal schedule. Travel varies depending on the position • Consistently demonstrates a commitment to policies and procedures, including but not limited to, attendance, confidentiality, conflict of interest, and ethical responsibilities What You Can Expect From [REDACTED] We welcome every voice, and we are committed to building a truly inclusive environment where your differences are not just welcomed, they are celebrated. We are always identifying opportunities to encourage our team to be their authentic selves, while working to provide a best-in-class experience for our employees. Whether that's paid holidays, long-term career pathing options, personal development opportunities or professional stretch assignments, you can expect [REDACTED] to support you. [REDACTED]'s Commitment We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organization and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other dimensions of identity. Roles & Responsibilities • 6+ years of experience in developing creative digital content materials and planning employee training programs • Background in retail, computing, mobile, or other product-based OEMs with Go-to-Market strategies and product training • Proficiency with e-Learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline and/or Adobe Captivate and knowledge of LMS/content management systems • Experience leveraging Generative AI tools (e.g., Gemini, [REDACTED]) to accelerate content creation and rapid material development Requirements • End-to-End Content Creation: Develop, write, and coordinate diverse learning materials, ranging from executive-level slide presentations to comprehensive online curriculum and rapid video content • Strategic Collaboration: Partner with stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) to determine content development needs and translate technical details into digestible training sources • Project/Program Management: Function as a lead Project or Program Manager as needed, ensuring all learning efforts are driven effectively from the design phase through to full implementation • Curriculum Curation: Act as a central curator of learning sources to support broad employee and talent pools, maintaining accuracy and timeliness to positively impact retail partnerships Apply tot his job Apply To this Job