Instructional Designer

Putting people first, every day

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our National office is looking for an Instructional Designer to join the Learning & Development team. The Instructional Designer will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and delivering high-quality, multimedia-rich learning experiences.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for creating engaging, learner-centric solutions that leverage the latest in video production, eLearning, AI, and graphic design. With a proven track record of success in the L&D industry, this role requires a blend of instructional design expertise, creativity, and a deep understanding of adult learning principles and technology-enhanced learning solutions.

Your skills and accountabilities

• Using rapid authoring tools like Articulate and Vyond, develop learning solutions and assets that align to technical and graphic standards.
• Have an in-depth understanding of UX design processes and best practices to ensure learning experiences are user-friendly and engaging.
• Be knowledgeable in virtual facilitation tools to enhance engagement and collaboration during VILT sessions.
• Focus on the integration of emerging technologies, simulations, gamifications and adaptive learning principles into the learning experience.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies related to L&D, UXD and LXD including AI , video production, and graphic design, and integrate innovative solutions into the learning experience design.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of instructional design principles and practices, including the ADDIE model, adult learning principles, interactive learning design, and blended learning techniques.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to design and develop interactive and engaging learning experiences, including e-learning modules, instructor-led training (VILT), blended learning programs, video content, and support guides.
• Employ design thinking principles to craft immersive and engaging learning experiences that extend beyond traditional instructional content.
• Act as a strategic team member to analyze learning needs of clients and collaborate with stakeholders to define learning objectives and goals.
• Conduct needs assessments and learner analysis to identify skill gaps and learning needs.
• Analyze feedback and learning data to continuously improve learning programs and ensure they are meeting desired outcomes.

How do we define success at BDO?

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration
• You understand your client’s industry, challenges, and opportunities; client describe you as positive, professional, and delivering high-quality work
• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains and attracts talent
• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace
• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development

Your experience and education

• You have 3-5 years experience in Instructional Design and/or Learning & Development.
• You have 3-5 years in hands-on development of learning solutions in all modalities
• You have advanced skills with the following development tools: Articulate Storyline and Rise, and Vyond (additional skills in adobe creative suite or other professional design tools or video production tools would be an asset but not required)
• You have practical experience designing learning solutions end-to-end.
• You have the ability to collaborate with others and manage a creative development process.
• You have good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written and presentation).
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset but not required.
• You have a curious mindset, strong critical thinking, and sense-making skills to continuously drive innovation in our learning and development practices.
• You are focused on providing an exceptional client experience.
• You have a learning mindset.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2024. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.

• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.

• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide flexible benefits from day one, and a market leading personal time off policy. We are committed to supporting your overall wellness beyond working hours and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts: We believe every employee should have the opportunity to participate and succeed. Through leadership by our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, we are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. We recognize and celebrate the valuable differences among each of us, including race, religious beliefs, physical or mental disabilities, age, place of origin, marital status, family status, gender or gender identity and sexual orientation. If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.

To explore other opportunities at BDO, check out our careers page.