Public Strategies is hiring: Lead Interactive Designer in Oklahoma City

Job Details Job Location Corporate Facility - Oklahoma City, OK Remote Type Fully Remote Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree   Job Shift Day Description *This position is a remote role. Candidates must reside in the following state: OklahomaPublic Strategies OverviewPublic Strategies (PS) is a nationally respected consulting, project management, and marketing firm based in Oklahoma City. We provide innovative solutions for federal, state, and local clients, including project and program management, training and technical assistance, technology, event management, research and evaluation, video production, and strategic communications. We also deliver research-informed direct services to financially vulnerable Oklahomans, with a focus on strengthening families and improving employment opportunities.We are a collaborative team of thinkers, creatives, strategists, communicators, builders, researchers, and change agents committed to touching lives, driving change, and doing good well.Design Engaging eLearning Training:Join NextThought as our Lead Interactive Designer!Do you dream of transforming corporate training from dull to dynamic? Are you an Articulate Storyline wizard with a passion for crafting intuitive learning experiences? We are looking for strong skills in articulate storyline backed-up by professional experience. Will you provide a portfolio or other examples showing-off your best work?We're a passionate team of experts dedicated to creating custom training and eLearning content that empowers employees and fuels organizational growth. We believe powerful learning happens when it's engaging, effective, and beautifully designed. That's where you come in!Here's why you'll love this opportunity:Impactful work: Partner with leading companies to develop top-notch training that ignites employee engagement and knowledge retention.Own your expertise: Unleash your mastery of Articulate Storyline 360, building interactive scenarios, synchronizing animations with voiceover, and crafting custom icons. Be a leader in this field!Unleash your creativity: Personalize templates, mask photos, and choose impactful visuals - your artistic flair will shine!Collaborative spirit: Work alongside talented learning designers, artists, animators, and production experts, brainstorming and pushing boundaries together.Ready to revolutionize corporate learning? Here's what makes you a perfect fit:Clear communication: You excel at crafting engaging messaging for adult learners.Storyline mastery: You're a Rockstar in Storyline 360, proficient in all its features.Design savvy: You possess a strong understanding of UI/UX principles and can apply them to eLearning development.Adobe magic: Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator is essential, and After Effects or Audacity experience or understanding is a plus.Tech-savvy: Google Drive or OneDrive knowledge for file sharing and management is crucial.Creative problem-solver: You thrive on finding innovative solutions and pushing boundaries with a design eye.Think you're the difference-maker we're looking for? We'd love to hear from you!Let's create powerful learning experiences together!Please note:This is a full time position.We value clear communication, initiative, and a collaborative spirit.Don't miss your chance to join a team that's redefining learning.Qualifications Position SummaryThe Lead Interactive Designer is responsible for designing and developing engaging, learner-centered digital experiences that enhance educational outcomes. This role requires a blend of creativity, instructional design expertise, and technical proficiency to create interactive content that supports diverse learning styles. The ideal candidate will collaborate with subject matter experts, educators, and multimedia teams to produce high-quality, interactive learning modules, games, simulations, and other educational resources.Essential Job FunctionsDevelop engaging, multimedia-rich learning materials including e-learning modules, simulations, serious games, and assessments tailored to the needs of diverse learners.Work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs), educators, and technical teams to ensure that content is accurate, pedagogically sound, and aligned with learning objectives.Create detailed storyboards, wireframes, and prototypes to illustrate the flow and interactivity of learning modules.Create concepts, graphics, and layouts that reflect a strong understanding of website and app design best practices.Visually communicate ideas and conceptualize design materials based on client needs and industry standards.Build and edit interactive learning materials using tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or similar e-learning software.Implement learner feedback, usability testing, and data analytics to continually improve the learning experience.Stay current with the latest trends in educational technology, gamification, microlearning, and interactive content design.Interact with client representatives to navigate the complex learning needs of the project.Collaborate with LMS administrators to support deliverable onboarding and trouble shootingCreate demos and tracking previous projects for use in future bidsWork with CSM and Sales to determine project bids for prospective clients.Education/TrainingBachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Multimedia Design or a related fieldWill consider 4+ years work experience in lieu of degreeExperience3+ years of experience designing interactive digital learning content.Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, etc.).Strong creative skills and sense of visual design or brandingExperience with multimedia production tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Camtasia).Knowledge of instructional design models and learning theories.Familiarity with Learning Management SystemsStrong project management and organizational skills.Experience with UI/UX design tools such as Figma, Sketch, or Adobe XDExperience with virtual and augmented reality (VR/AR) or 360 learning applications.Knowledge of user experience (UX) design principles.Familiarity with JavaScript is a plusSkills, Knowledge, and AbilitiesExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.A passion for education and the empowerment of others through knowledge.Ability to travel to different locations as required.Public Strategies is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, not on classifications protected by law, including but not limited to: race, color, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identify, and pregnancy), religion, national origin, age (40 and older), disability, genetic information, military service, or any other classification protected by law.