Instructional Content Developer

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Braven is a national nonprofit that prepares promising college students to secure a strong first opportunity after college graduation through a career-accelerating program. We work with higher education and employer partners to offer a life-changing experience that begins with a semester-long course (the Accelerator) for college students followed by support that lasts through graduation.

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The Accelerator course is a hybrid online and in-person career-acceleration experience that students take for credit during their sophomore or junior year. Students complete weekly online modules and assignments to develop in six professional competencies: career navigation, teamwork, leadership, problem solving, organization, and communication. Volunteer professionals, called Leadership Coaches, facilitate the live course time and lead teams of 5-8 students in weekly Learning Labs, working with them on the real-world application of these skills.

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Braven's Product Team is seeking an Instructional Content Developer to support the Director, Learning Experience Designer II, Volunteer Program in the design and ongoing improvement of Braven's volunteer learning experiences.

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This is a hands-on, execution-focused role suited for an instructional designer who is comfortable moving between strategic briefs and detailed production work, and who can operate independently using documentation and design specs to guide their work.

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The contractor will work primarily in Articulate Rise 360 and Canvas, with additional work in Google Suite and Canva. They will support a range of tasks (from building and updating online learning content to conducting research and synthesizing feedback) in service of a high-quality, scalable volunteer experience.

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Key Responsibilities

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Content Development & Production

• Build or update Articulate Rise 360 modules from design briefs and specs, adhering to Braven's instructional design standards, tone, and visual identity
• Draft and refine instructional copy, including module text, quiz questions, knowledge checks, and feedback language
• Create and update Google Slides decks and facilitation guides from design specs, ensuring outputs are visually polished, on-brand, and accessible
• Produce visual assets, one-pagers and resource guides using Canva and Google Suite, consistent with Braven's brand guidelines
• Apply accessibility standards to course materials to meet WCAG 2.2 AA and Section 508 standards

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Learning Management System (LMS) Support

• Support Canvas updates including pages and course organization
• QA Rise360 content for logic, link integrity, formatting, and instructional flow
• Document design decisions and contribute to internal process guides and reference materials

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Research & Analysis

• Support synthesis of qualitative feedback from surveys, observations, or stakeholder input to inform design improvements
• Support desk research on volunteer engagement, employer learning and development programs, and professional development trends to support design decisions

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Collaboration

• Attend a weekly check-in with the hiring manager (not to exceed 2 hours of meetings per week)
• Incorporate feedback effectively and meet established project deadlines
• Use Jira to manage and track assigned tasks independently

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Qualifications

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Required

• Proficiency in authoring and publishing content in Rise 360 (Articulate) and Canvas (Instructure)
• Ability to make basic LMS edits such as updating page content, uploading modules, and managing course organization
• Proficiency in Google Suite, including the ability to create visually appealing, branded, and accessible Google Slides decks from design specs and brand guidelines
• Instructional design background with working knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design principles
• Experience applying accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1, Section 508) to digital learning materials
• Strong written communication skills and ability to express complex ideas clearly for college students
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, execute independently using documentation, and meet deadlines

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Preferred

• Familiarity with Braven's brand guidelines or demonstrated ability to apply visual and tone standards consistently across learning materials
• Experience using Canva for visual asset production
• Familiarity with employer engagement, talent development, or volunteer learning programs
• Experience in higher education or nonprofit learning environments
• Proficiency in Jira or similar project management tools

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Duration: Through December 31, 2026, with possibility of extension based on capacity needs

‍Time commitment: Approximately 15-20 hours per week, not to exceed 20 hours

‍Hourly rate: $50/hour

‍Classification: Contractor

‍Reports to: Director, Learning Experience Designer II, Volunteer Program

‍Work style: Remote; availability required at least 2-3 business days per week (days flexible)

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If interested in this contract position, please email me by Monday, June 15, 2026 with your resume and a link to a portfolio or examples of your work demonstrating strong written communication and visual design.