Overview
Who we are
Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us.
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Who we’re looking for
Toyota’s Talent Development team in Human Resources is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Senior Instructional Designer. The Senior Instructional Designer is the primary experience designer for learning experiences across Toyota Motor North America. This role requires a strategic thinker and collaborative partner who can assess, design, develop, and execute a variety of learning experiences that drive business goals.
Our ideal candidate applies the latest research and knowledge in instructional design and learning theory to create engaging, memorable, and outcome-driven learning. This role will also serve as a program facilitator within the TMNA enterprise. Reporting to the Content and Facilitation Manager, the person in this role will support HR Talent Development team’s objective to enable and support team member learning & development through experience, exposure, and education.
What you’ll be doing
Own the end-to-end life cycle of learning deliverables, from needs analysis to script and storyboard creation, development of deliverables, marketing and communications, and evaluation
Partner with business functions, SMEs, and stakeholders to create instructional design strategies that meet business learning objectives
Use data analytics, learner feedback, and research in learning theory to evaluate the effectiveness of learning products and identify areas of improvement
Coordinate the scheduling of training programs, including logistics planning, managing run-of-shows, and supporting day-of production and/or facilitation
Leverage new methodologies and modalities to identify opportunities for innovation
Work collaboratively with an agile learning team, managing project timelines to deliver timely and quality products
What you bring
Bachelor’s degree required (BA or BS) or equivalent experience
5+ years of relevant work experience as an instructional/learning designer, curriculum developer, or a similar role
Advanced knowledge of instructional design principles, models, and theories including emerging learning technologies
Proficiency with content authoring tools and systems (Articulate Suite, Camtasia, Vyond, Adobe Creative Cloud, and similar platforms)
Expertise in visual design (Adobe creative cloud) and communication
Willingness to learn and adapt to new learning & development tools and systems
User experience (UX) planning and design experience
Cross-functional project management experience and process experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including proposal development and presentation
Demonstrated large-group facilitation experience
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time
Added bonus if you have
Experience working with agile/scrum methodology for Instructional Design
Experience with artificial intelligence and technology that aids just-in-time learning delivery
Experience working with Human Resources, Talent Development or Learning & Development
Experience working in a hybrid work environment (part-time virtual, part-time in the office)
Ability to submit a portfolio of previous work
What We’ll Bring
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include:
A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement
Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount
Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family
Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute
Paid holidays and paid time off
Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more
Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)
Relocation assistance
Belonging at Toyota
Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Toyota is proud to have 10+ different Business Partnering Groups across 100 different North American chapter locations that support team members’ efforts to dream, do and grow without questioning that they belong.
Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com.
