Instructional Design Professional Job

The Instructional Designer is a part of the Learning team and is responsible for leading a content creation process and developing highly interactive learning solutions designed to improve consultant performance at Cornerstone Research. This role curates, designs, and develops multi‑media content that meets identified learning outcomes and builds knowledge and capability for the consultant population. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research five times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportunities.

How You’ll Help Our Team Succeed:

Design and develop learner‑centered, performance‑based solutions that utilize a variety of delivery methods: e‑learning/on‑demand, instructor‑led training, online classrooms, virtual learning environments, performance support, distance learning, etc.

Create highly effective interactive content using appropriate authoring systems and software applications as needed. Content includes digital assets such as graphic elements, animations, 3‑D modeling, video, narrated presentations, layouts, and templates.

Adhere to project scope, timelines, budget and priorities for all assigned activities.

Identify and recommend innovative instructional design strategies, technology practices, and best‑in‑class practices to increase content engagement, usability, and effectiveness.

Strong demonstrated proficiency in development applications: Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, Audition, InDesign and Dreamweaver), Canva, Articulate 360 (Storyline, Studio, Replay), and Microsoft 365. Exceptional writing and editing skills with a focus on clear and concise writing style.

Ability to multi‑task, flexibly prioritize projects and has a high‑attention to detail.

Must be flexible in an ever‑changing environment.

Experience developing professional services development content a plus.

Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm’s financial and operational functions.

The ability to commute to our offices to comply with our hybrid work policy of 2–3 days per week in office.

Bachelor’s degree in multi‑media, graphic design, digital marketing, fine arts, instructional design, or related discipline.

Annual Performance Bonus

This role is eligible for a discretionary bonus with a target of 10%.

Comprehensive healthcare options, a monthly wellness subsidy, and complimentary access to premium wellness apps.

Financial Security: Robust retirement savings plans to secure your long‑term financial goals.

A hybrid work model that balances collaborative in‑office time with telecommuting flexibility, alongside generous paid time off to recharge.

Family & Personal Support: Specialized support including fertility treatments, parental leave, back‑up childcare, eldercare services, concierge assistance for personal errands, and pet care.

Growth & Culture: A firm‑wide commitment to mentorship, continuous learning, and a vibrant, inclusive community.

Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this role. Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings.

We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outstanding results.

To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting, enriching aspects of a Cornerstone Research career.

Cornerstone Research provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to legally protected categories, such as age, sex, gender, gender identity, race, color, creed/religious belief, medical condition, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information or testing, disability, marital status, pregnancy status, military status, veteran status, arrest or conviction record (except where permitted by law), sexual orientation, ethnic background, citizen status, ancestry, national origin, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law.

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