Instructional Design & Multimedia Specialist

Shield AI is seeking a design-driven Instructional Design & Multimedia Specialist to support both our Curriculum and Technical Publications teams. In this role, you will help design and develop engaging, high-impact training experiences for both internal and external audiences, combining video, visual storytelling, and digital learning design. You will own the creation of high-quality visual and video assets used across LMS-based and in-person learning experiences, translating complex technical concepts into clear, compelling, and user-friendly content for a diverse range of learners. You will also play a key role in elevating the visual and experiential quality of our training ecosystem through multimedia production, photography, and continuous improvement of learning platforms. This is a high-impact role for a creative who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing, mission-focused environment and takes initiative in shaping how users learn and interact with advanced autonomous systems. Responsibilities Design and develop engaging video-based and multimedia training content for internal and external audiences Translate complex technical systems and concepts into intuitive, visually compelling learning experiences Own the design, structure, and user experience of LMS-based training environments Partner with Curriculum and Technical Publications teams to support training, documentation, and content delivery Capture and produce high-quality photography and visual assets to support training and documentation Ensure consistency, usability, and quality across all digital learning content and platforms Continuously improve and evolve training materials to reflect rapidly changing systems and technologies Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, SMEs, and content teams to ensure technical accuracy and clarity Identify gaps and proactively drive improvements as a self-starter Required Qualifications Experience in instructional design, multimedia production, or a related field Strong video production, editing, and visual storytelling skills Ability to translate complex technical information into clear, user-focused content Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) preferred but not required Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output Self‑starter with an ambitious, proactive mindset Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment Preferred Qualifications Experience with CAD or technical visualization tools Background in technical publications or documentation Experience supporting both internal and external training programs Experience capturing photography in technical or field environments Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 per year Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. #J-18808-Ljbffr Shield AI