Learning and Development - Senior Instructional Designer

Make a difference with a career in insurance

At The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, we put people first and apply the Golden Rule to our daily operations. To put this into action, we're looking for extraordinary people to join our talented team. Our service-oriented, ethical, knowledgeable, caring associates are the heart of our vision to be the best company serving independent agents. We help protect families and businesses as they work to prevent or recover from a loss. Share your talents to help us reach for continued success as we bring value to the communities we serve and demonstrate thatActions Speak Louder in Person.

If you're ready to build productive relationships, collaborate within a diverse team, embrace challenges, and develop your skills, then Cincinnati may be the place for you. We offer career opportunities where you can contribute and grow.

Build your future with us

Our Learning and Development department is currently seeking a Senior Instructional Designer where you'll play a pivotal role in producing dynamic learning solutions. We're looking for a creative thinker and strategic collaborator who thrives on transforming complex ideas into engaging, learner-centered content. In this role, you'll partner with learning consultants, subject matter experts and stakeholders to design innovative learning solutions across digital, blended, and instructor-led formats. You'll be at the forefront of driving performance and engagement through thoughtful instructional design. If you're driven by curiosity, energized by collaboration, and committed to excellence in learning design, we'd love to hear from you! This position is based at our Headquarters in Fairfield, Ohio.

The pay range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000 annually. The pay determination is based on the applicant's education, experience, location, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Eligible associates may also receive an annual cash bonus and stock incentives based on company and individual performance.

Be ready to:

• conduct thorough needs assessments to identify the learning requirements and specifications of target audiences and collaborate with subject matter experts to translate insights into effective, tailored learning solutions
• construct clear, measurable, and behavioral focused learning objectives for projects
• collaborate with learning consultants/developers, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and stakeholders to understand project scope, objectives, and formulate timelines
• provide input prior to development to ensure engaging, effective learning experiences; and review projects to incorporate feedback while maintaining alignment with deadlines
• design engaging learning activities and assessments that align with learner needs, ensuring relevance, effectiveness, and measurable outcomes
• assist in the selection of training methodology while considering the characteristics of each medium and the intended impact of these characteristics on the effectiveness of the solution
• design learning environments, experiences, scripts, storyboards, PowerPoint presentations, training plans, multi-modal AR/VR experiences, participant guides and facilitator guides to support effective instructional delivery
• support the design and development of leadership and management curricula that drive growth, performance, and strategic capability across the organization
• deliver high-impact professional development resources through our flagship agency development programs, empowering agencies with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive
• lead collaborative brainstorming sessions with L&D developers to spark creativity and enhance the engagement and effectiveness of learning solutions
• partner with fellow instructional designers to develop and create evaluation tools and assessments for level I, III and IV of Kirkpatrick's model
• evaluate current eLearning, videos, classroom events and virtual training for quality and effectiveness while making suggestions for improvement
• stay current on and research emerging learning trends and their recommended use, including innovative best practices, gamification, artificial intelligence, capabilities and methodologies in the design and development of solution offerings

Be equipped with:

• experience building and managing blended learning programs: virtual, hybrid or in-person instructor-led training
• knowledge in all facets of virtual training, including advanced adult learning principles of virtual instructional design and development, virtual technology and tools, and synchronous and asynchronous learning strategies
• a working knowledge of online course development processes in Articulate 360, with an emphasis on instructional design rather than eLearning or web development
• demonstrated proficiency in visual design principles and tools, with hands-on experience using Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) to create engaging, accessible, and instructionally sound digital learning assets
• proven design, development and delivery of management and advanced leadership training programs
• experience in developing formal training focused on soft skill development
• a high level of creativity in instructional design, consistently exploring fresh and engaging ways to present information that captivates and motivates learners
• strong project management and organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and deliver within scope, on time
• value and demonstrates the ability to collaborate with L&D staff and build strong relationships with subject matter experts and stake holders
• exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage and influence through clear, compelling written and verbal messaging
• a growth-oriented and agile mindset, continuously seeking opportunities to adapt, learn, and improve in a dynamic environment

Bring education and experience from:

• bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Education or a related field; a master's degree in Instructional Design and Technology
• knowledge in learning experience or instructional design with three or more years in a corporate environment
• working understanding of design tools, including A.D.D.I.E., SAM or Action Mapping ISD methods

Enhance your talents

Providing outstanding service and developing strong relationships with our independent agents are hallmarks of our company. Whether you have experience from another carrier or you're new to the insurance industry, we promote a lifelong learning approach. Cincinnati provides you with the tools and training to be successful and to become a trusted, respected insurance professional - all while enjoying a meaningful career.

Enjoy benefits and amenities

Your commitment to providing strong service, sharing best practices, and creating solutions that impact lives is appreciated. To increase the well-being and satisfaction of our associates, we offer a variety of benefits and amenities. Learn more about our benefits and amenities packages.

Embrace a diverse team

As a relationship-based organization, we welcome and value a diverse workforce. We grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race; creed; color; sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity and transgender status; religion; national origin; age; disability; military service; veteran status; pregnancy; AIDS/HIV or genetic information; or any other basis prohibited by law. All job applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please review this information to learn more about those rights.