Freelance Instructional Designer / Technical Writer needed at SweetRush

Job Description

SweetRush is a consulting, design, and staffing firm specializing in HR-related services that help foster life-centered businesses and organizations. Our work includes designing unique learning experiences using agency-level graphics and leading-edge technology; creating high-performing cultures, leaders, and teams; and helping our clients grow their learning teams with qualified professionals.

Many of our clients are household names with large international operations, while others are small nonprofits whose work we value as essential to the world. We try to balance the work we do for profit with the work we do to spread good things in the world.

SweetRush is a leader in the field of learning and development, making use of emerging technologies (like VR and AR), games, storytelling, chatbots, interactive virtual and in-person experiences, and so on, all while grounding our work in vibrant and impactful human-centered design. The many awards we win every year reflect the care we put into our craft and our collaborations with clients. We’ve been grateful to have won awards with Hilton, Google, Bridgestone, Adidas, SHRM, and numerous others.

We are a completely virtual, tight-knit, talented community that spans the globe, a culture-forward team that values diversity, respect, and caring. Our folks tend to stick around, as do our clients.

We like to think we stand apart from competitors for the uniqueness and innovation of everything we create—and for who we are. And we’re committed to hiring talent that’s as creative, innovative, and caring as everyone on our team. This is where you come in…

We’re looking for a highly skilled freelance instructional designer with a passion for technology and education to develop a script for technical training videos along with supporting training materials. You’ll translate complex technical concepts into engaging and accessible content, empowering learners to master new skills effectively.

SweetRush is a remote organization and as such, all resources must: be technically savvy, have access to a strong internet signal, be comfortable with virtual/instant messaging and conferencing tools, and be generally available during established working hours.

This is a 1099 contract position for 4-6 weeks with a 40-hour weekly commitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop clear and concise instructional materials tailored for educational purposes, including course outlines, modules, learning objectives, and assessments.
• Create scripts for technical training videos that simplify complex technical topics, using analogies, visuals, and real-world examples.
• Incorporate hands-on exercises, interactive elements, and multiple-choice questions to cater to various learning styles.
• Utilize traditional and AI-powered tools to ensure the accuracy, relevance, and up-to-date nature of technical content.
• Manage your workload effectively, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality content on time.

Requirements

• A portfolio showcasing your ability to write clear, concise, and audience-appropriate technical content is required.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding SQL and Python code.
• Proven ability to break down complex technical concepts into easily understandable terms.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot code errors independently.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines consistently.
• Experience using AI tools and prompt engineering to streamline content creation and optimize instructional materials.
• A background in training, learning & development, or instructional design.
• Familiarity with the Snowflake data platform.