MSX International

Automotive Technical Instructional Designer

IRVINE, CAPosted 20 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from MSX International

  • Job overview

    The Automotive Technical Instructional Designer at MSX International creates engaging eLearning and instructor-led training content for automotive OEM clients, enhancing dealership and corporate personnel skills.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves designing web-based and instructor-led training materials, developing course outlines, storyboards, video scripts, and supporting strategic training roadmaps while managing multiple projects and meeting client expectations.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The position offers a part-time casual schedule with an estimated salary range of $90k to $105k depending on experience, with compensation influenced by skill sets and organizational needs; specific benefits are not detailed.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have over 5 years of automotive instructional design experience, proficiency in eLearning, video, instructor-led training, strong writing and communication skills, and familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Articulate 360; retail automotive experience is a plus.

  • Work environment and culture

    MSX International values diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity, emphasizing client satisfaction and modern learning theory in a collaborative environment.

  • Company information

    MSX International is a global automotive partner with over 25 years of experience, 5,000 employees in 80 countries, specializing in customer experience, repair optimization, and learning solutions for automotive brands.

  • Team overview

    The candidate will collaborate with account teams, graphic designers, production staff, and OEM clients to develop training content.

  • Unique job features

    The role uniquely combines storytelling with instructional design to create interactive automotive training content tailored to OEM client needs.

Company overview

MSX International is a leading global provider of technology-enabled business process outsourcing services to the automotive industry. They specialize in offering innovative solutions such as warranty and technical support, parts and service management, and customer engagement to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction for automotive manufacturers and dealers. Founded in 1996, MSX International has grown through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, establishing a strong presence in over 80 countries. Their revenue model is primarily based on long-term contracts with automotive clients, leveraging their expertise to drive continuous improvement and cost savings.

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  • Showcase your skills in storytelling, curriculum development, and creating engaging narratives that align with modern instructional theories like ADDIE and SAM, which are critical for this role.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including MSX International’s corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and reach within the company.

  • Connect with instructional design or learning and development professionals at MSX International on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent OEM training innovations they’ve shared or expressing enthusiasm for their approach to automotive learning solutions.

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