Learning Experience Designer

The Value You’ll Bring

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Smithfield Foods is seeking a creative and engaging Talent Development Learning Experience Designer to design, produce, and manage high-quality learning content that empowers our employees. As a key member of our Talent Development team, you will translate complex, technical, or procedural information into engaging content - including e-learning modules, job aids, and in-person learning content. Your goal is to foster a culture of continuous learning, support career growth, and improve performance across the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Content Development: Design and produce high-quality, on-brand learning materials, including interactive e-learning modules, presentations, and job aids.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) Collaboration: Partner with SMEs, HR stakeholders, and functional leaders to gather information and ensure technical accuracy in learning materials.
• Instructional Design Integration: Apply adult learning principles to turn complex content into engaging experiences.
• LMS Management: Oversee the uploading, implementation, testing, and maintenance of digital content within Workday.
• Trend Monitoring & Innovation: Stay current on training and development trends, content creation tools (e.g., AI tools), and social-style learning formats to keep training relevant and engaging.
• Content Analytics: Monitor content performance (completion rates, quiz scores, engagement metrics) to evaluate effectiveness and improve learning materials.
• Employer Branding Alignment: Ensure all internal training content reinforces company culture, values, and brand voice.

What We’re Seeking

• Education & Relevant Experience: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Instructional Design, Education, Communications, Marketing, or a related field, and 2+ years of relevant experience in content creation, instructional design, or training development; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Demonstrated proficiency in course design and development, preferably within a corporate environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong hands-on experience with e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline/360, Rise, Adobe Captivate, or Camtasia.
• Multimedia Skills: Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, or CapCut) and graphic design tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Storytelling & Communication: Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas in simple, engaging language.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with LMS platforms (e.g., Workday Learning, Cornerstone, TalentLMS).
• Understanding of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies.
• Experience in creating gamified learning content.

Other Skills That Make You Stand Out

• Demonstrated effective organizational and communication skills with a strong ability to work with peers and management of all levels.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills needed for influencing, persuading, and negotiating.
• Able to work well with others in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Able to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be loud if visiting or working in a production area.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Pay Range

The expected pay range for this position is $60,000 - $87,500 annually. Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate’s qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations.

Relocation Package

Available Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.