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This position is suitable for applicants with an education background who are interested in starting a career in instructional design. As an Instructional Designer (ID), you will work closely with Project Leads (PL), Subject Matter Experts (SME) and Multimedia Developers (MMD) to help create engaging e-learning courseware for our defence clients. You will create highly interactive courseware and custom training solutions that meet the specific requirements of our defence clients. Bluedrop Training & Simulation Inc. has several entrylevel opportunities for individuals who are eager to learn and grow in the eLearning industry. We value a wide range of educational and work experiences and are committed to building a strong, diverse team. New Instructional Designers will receive guidance and mentorship from our experienced senior team, along with a supportive environment to help you learn the tools, processes, and skills needed to succeed in the role. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with SMEs and MMDs to support lesson development; Creating lesson plans (Lesson Design Documents) that outline the structure, content and media approach for each unit of learning; Creating lesson outlines that describe the lesson structure, high-level content and initial media descriptions; Organizing content into clear, logical topics that support the learning objective(s); Creating storyboards by drafting text, navigation directives and initial media descriptions, while following established style guides and writing standards; Preparing media requests, tracking media development and incorporating finished media into lessons; Building interactive courseware using e-learning authoring tools, with guidance from senior team members; Revising lessons based on feedback from internal quality assurance reviews and client comments; Assisting in drafting help systems, instructor guides and student guides; and Participating in peer reviews and offering support to other IDs, as needed. Qualifications A post-secondary degree in Adult Education, Instructional Design, or a related field or a degree in any discipline with relevant expereince or coursework; Up to one year of experience creating instructional materials, lesson plans, curriculum, or digital courseware (school projects, internships, or volunteer experience are welcome); Clear and confident communication skills; Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with guidance from senior team members; Strong research and writing abilities, with an interest in learning how to apply them to eLearning; Bilingualism in English/French is an asset but not required; Eligibility to obtain a Government of Canada security clearance. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: From $50,000.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care Wellness program Work from home Application question(s): What are you hoping to find in your next role that you weren''t experiencing in your most recent position? We''d love to hear what motivated you to apply. What are your primary career goals right now, and what do you hope to achieve by joining our team? This role requires a hybrid schedule (3 days in-office, 2 days remote). Can you confirm your ability and willingness to meet this attendance requirement? To ensure we are aligned, what is your expected salary range for this type of role? Also, are there specific benefits (beyond standard health/PTO) that are a priority for you? A Security Clearance is a requirement for this position. Do you currently hold one, or are you aware of any factors that might prevent you from obtaining or maintaining one? Canadian citizenship or permanent residency is a requirement to obtain Government of Canada security clearance. Can you confirm that you have either citizenship or permanent residency? Related to Government of Canada Security Clearance, have you spent any time outside of Canada in the last 10 years (not including short vacations)? If so, where, and roughly how long? Can you give us an idea of your current availability, including your notice period at your current employer, and when you would be available to start if offered the position? If we move forward with an interview, what days or general time slots are typically best for you in the coming week? Bluedrop is deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace for all employees. Your voluntary and confidential response to this question helps us measure the effectiveness of our DEI initiatives and recruitment strategies. If you wish to voluntarily self-identify as a member of an equity-seeking group(s), please use the space below. This includes visible minorities, those with disabilities, Indigenous people, women in underrepresented fields, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Work Location: Hybrid remote in Halifax, NS B3S 1N2