Instructional Developer Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of instructional developer. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for input in the development of project management protocols, procedures, and guidelines using methodologies from common Instructional Design models.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Expert in the analysis, design, development, revision and validation of training products using the Instructional System Development (ISD) process
• Able to support large ISD programs including programs in which advanced multimedia products and performance support systems are developed
• Highly skilled at applying a variety of ISD models to the development of instructional materials and they will be knowledgeable of emerging instructional theories and technologies
• Instructional Development process knowledge
• Extensive knowledge of Captivate (simulations Flash/Action Scripting HTML)
• Basic graphic editing & Mask/Mock data on system screens
• Basic audio recording and editing, using sound forge System
• Java Script interface

In response to your job posting for instructional developer, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for instructional design guidance to our team, subject matter experts, and the PD organization during design, development, and pilot phases of projects. .

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of the principles of adult learning in order to create, facilitate, manage and evaluate employee development and learning events
• Mastery with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Knowledge of Web 2.0 applications, online collaborative tools, and the application of accessibility standards (WCAG 2.0) in the development of learning products
• Propensity to learn new web applications, desktop tools, and eLearning technologies
• Experience in development with eLearning tools such as Dreamware, Captivate, Articulate Studio/Storyline, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator, Animate CC and Software technologies such as HTML5, and jQuery for e-learning portal design
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems and SCORM
• Thorough understanding of needs assessment and learning design
• Knowledge of learning theory and learning styles

I would like to submit my application for the instructional developer opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for expertise in the full life-cycle of instructional design processes (ADDIE or other industry accepted models) to design, develop and implement effective instructional materials, learning resources and content.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Multimedia development skills and knowledge of learning standards and protocols, including SCORM and AICC
• A strong knowledge of instructional design methodologies and tools including design documents, scripts/storyboards, screen captures, and audio scripts
• Experience in a training development or delivery role
• Enthusiastic to learn new technologies
• Proficiency with a variety of web-development/e-learning authoring tools (HTML5, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, ActionScript, Flash, Dreamweaver, Articulate Storyline, Captivate) to support cross platform deployment
• General experience in the LMS delivery and maintenance of learning projects, including Instructor Led Training (ILT), Virtual Classroom, and Web-Based Training (WBT) course development
• Experience in building corporate, web-based training courses and materials
• Manages multiple design projects with minimal definition

Please consider me for the instructional developer opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for instructional design expertise and pedagogical strategy for the development and support of fully online, continuing education courses and programs.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Independently performs all aspects of ADDIE and is an expert in instructional design principles for adult learning including needs analysis, design of instructional strategies, development of curriculum and associated products, assessment/evaluation techniques appropriate integration of instructional technologies and best practices
• Highly productive and independent designer
• Experience meeting deadlines in a collaborative production environment
• Product and software expertise
• Demonstrated experience designing and producing graphics and multimedia products, including videos and print, for web-based platforms
• Seek to understand client needs through questioning
• Knowledge of SCORM technology and the associated coding and programming standards that allow for the deployment and tracking of online training on a learning management system
• Knowledge of selection and application of most appropriate methods based on the subject matter, size of group and intended learning outcome

Please consider me for the instructional developer opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for pedagogical support and instructional design oversight for faculty developing, designing, and creating ADA compliant online instructional content.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Advanced skills in project management to drive self and others to on-time completion
• Knowledge of intellectual property, Fair Use and section 508 compliance
• Experience with learning management systems and online learning tools
• Strong Microsoft Office and Internet skills
• Experience with graphic design, HTML and video production
• Experience with competency based education (CBE) and adaptive learning technologies
• Experience with interactive learning development using Captivate or Articulate Storyline
• Proficiency with a variety of web-development/e-learning authoring tools (HTML5, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, ActionScript, Flash, Dreamweaver, Lectora, Articulate Storyline, Rise, Adapt, Captivate) to support cross-platform deployment