Training Specialist, Virtual Training And Content Developer

STAND 8 is a global leader providing end-to-end IT Solutions. We solve business problems through PEOPLE, PROCESS, and TECHNOLOGY and are looking for individuals to help us scale software projects designed to change the world!


The Training Specialist contributes to the development, delivery, and administration of all virtual training supporting the sales organization, and develops content for all virtual training programs. This individual will be responsible for creating and maintaining training materials designed to help our agents quickly learn, adopt and expand their skills and product knowledge. This position requires a high level of creativity, as well as the ability to use data-driven insights to create better material. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, committed to meeting tight deadlines and able to collaborate with multiple business units.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all-around consistency, accuracy and adherence to style and brand standards across all content created by yourself and other team members.
• Assist in issuing, updating, and administering content housed on the Learning Management System.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Manage multiple projects with tight deadlines and deliver accurate, effective content by established deadlines.
• Assist Director with vendor management.
• Writes and develops content and instructional design for all virtual training programs and tools housed on the Learning Management System. Training programs consist of content related to each role in the Field including Field Agents, General Agents, Sales Managers, and Agency Administrators. Content may relate to products, systems, and the sales process.
• Stay current on latest content trends and techniques for creating effective and engaging content.
• Coordinates with internal personnel, Field Force, and subject matter experts to gather content and the apply it to areas such as webinars, resources, eLearning modules, and videos.

Qualifications

• Understanding of virtual training and Learning Management Systems, conducting and editing
• Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher is required
• Web training design and development experience desirable
• BS or BA degree or requisite experience is preferred
• Knowledge of insurance and annuity products is very nice to have
• Articulate 360 Suite is very nice to have
• Background in design work is preferred
• 2+ years of related experience or equivalent
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external resources
• Research intellectual content to be utilized and applied
• Ability to consistently produce top quality content under tight deadlines
• Design and Training Certifications preferred
• Excellent writing skills

• Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premier Pro is nice to have

The US base range for this contract position is $20-$30/hour. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training