Instructional Designer

Join One of the Fastest-Growing Online Education Companies in the World
At ELVTR, we're transforming online education by connecting ambitious professionals with industry leaders from companies like Nike, Netflix, Google, Amazon, and more.
Since launching in 2020, we've grown into a global learning community with over 300 expert instructors, delivering more than 200 live online courses across 12 industries. To date, we've helped 22,000+ graduates worldwide gain the skills, confidence, and connections needed to advance their careers.
Now we're looking for a highly organized and creative Instructional Designer to help us bring exceptional online learning experiences to life. If you're passionate about education, thrive in a collaborative environment, and enjoy turning ideas into impactful courses, we'd love to meet you.
This is a full-time, remote role for candidates based in South Africa.
Why This Role Is Different
At ELVTR, you'll work at the intersection of education, innovation, and collaboration. You'll partner with industry-leading instructors and cross-functional teams to develop engaging online courses that help professionals around the world advance their careers.
From the earliest stages of course planning through production and launch, you'll play a key role in ensuring every learning experience meets our high standards for quality, relevance, and learner engagement.
You'll Love This Role If You:
Enjoy managing projects from concept to completion
Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Are highly organized and detail-oriented
Love working with experts and helping bring their knowledge to life
Enjoy solving problems and finding creative solutions
Stay curious about learning, education, and emerging technologies
Believe education has the power to transform careers and lives
What You'll Do
Coordinate the end-to-end production of live online courses, from planning through launch
Conduct market research and help define course objectives, learning outcomes, and target audiences
Manage production timelines, priorities, and deliverables to ensure projects stay on schedule
Partner closely with instructors, guiding them through course preparation and rehearsals
Collaborate with Marketing, Creative, Sales, and Student Success teams to deliver high-quality learning experiences
Review course materials, marketing content, and sales collateral for clarity, accuracy, and educational value
Identify and resolve production challenges while maintaining project momentum
Stay informed about industry trends, instructional design best practices, and emerging learning technologies
Continuously share ideas and feedback to improve our courses and production processes
What We're Looking For
Experience in instructional design, course production, project management, or a related field
Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities
Outstanding English communication skills, both written and spoken
Comfortable collaborating with senior professionals and subject matter experts
Ability to work independently while thriving in a remote, collaborative environment
Flexibility to collaborate across multiple time zones
Passion for education, lifelong learning, and creating engaging learning experiences
Experience with online education or EdTech is a plus
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation:Competitive salary,Performance-based bonuses,Opportunities for career advancement as ELVTR continues to grow globally
Learn and Grow:Free access to ELVTR courses,Ongoing professional development opportunities,Career growth within one of the world's fastest-growing online education companies
Remote-First Culture: Work from wherever you're most productive, Flexible and supportive work environment,Collaborative international team
Health & Wellbeing:Gym membership reimbursement,Mental health support, Generous paid vacation allowance
Why Join ELVTR?
Make an Impact:Every course you help create empowers professionals to build new skills, advance their careers, and unlock opportunities they never thought possible.
Grow Your Career:We're committed to developing our people. As ELVTR continues to expand globally, you'll have opportunities to grow professionally, take on new challenges, and shape the future of online education.
Join a Winning Team:Work alongside passionate educators, creators, marketers, and innovators who are committed to delivering world-class learning experiences and making education more accessible around the world.
Ready to Help Shape the Future of Online Learning?
If you're looking for more than just another instructional design role—if you want to collaborate with industry experts, create meaningful educational experiences, and make a lasting impact on learners around the world—we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of ELVTR's next chapter of growth.
ELVTR is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.