Instructional Designer - Video and Digital Learning at Axon

Join Axon and be a Force for Good. At Axon, we’re on a mission to Protect Life. We’re explorers, pursuing society’s most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other. Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you’ll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter. Your Impact At Axon, we build technology that supports public safety professionals across the full lifecycle of their work—from connected hardware and sensors, to cloud-based software, digital evidence management, real-time operations, and training solutions. Our products and services are designed to increase transparency, accountability, and safety for the communities we serve. As Axon continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Instructional Designer with strong video and digital content development skills to join the Axon Global Training Services team. In this role, you will design and develop high-quality learning experiences—many delivered through video and eLearning—that support the adoption and effective use of Axon’s expanding portfolio of products and platforms. The training you create will impact thousands of public safety agencies worldwide by helping public safety professionals build confidence and consistency in how Axon’s technology is applied across diverse operational and technical environments. What You’ll Do Location: Can be based out of any of Axon's Offices Reports to: Axon Global Training Services Sr. Program Manager Direct Reports: none As part of the Axon Global Training Services team, you will partner with subject matter experts, product teams, and customer-facing stakeholders to design engaging, scalable training solutions. This role emphasizes video-based learning, digital authoring tools, and content localization for specific geographic environments. You will: • Collaborate with subject matter experts to analyze training needs and translate technical, operational, and legal content into engaging learning experiences. • Design and develop video-based and blended learning content, including microlearning, scenario-based videos, and eLearning modules. • Create and edit instructional videos using tools such as Camtasia, Adobe Premiere Pro, or similar, including scripting, storyboarding, and basic post-production. • Develop eLearning content using tools such as Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and PowerPoint, ensuring usability, accessibility, and learner engagement. • Localize training content for specific geographic regions, including adapting terminology, legal references, workflows, and examples to meet regional requirements. • Apply adult learning theory, instructional design best practices, and assessment strategies to all learning solutions. • Design course documentation and assets such as lesson plans, learning objectives, facilitator guides, learner materials, and knowledge checks. • Evaluate and iterate on existing content based on learner feedback, performance data, and business needs. • Balance quality, scalability, and efficiency while managing multiple projects and deadlines. What You Bring • Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Education, Communications, or equivalent practical experience • 3+ years of experience in instructional design, with a strong emphasis on digital and video-based learning • Demonstrated experience creating instructional videos and multimedia learning content • Hands-on experience with Camtasia, Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and PowerPoint (or comparable tools) • Experience writing instructional copy, scripts, and storyboards for video and eLearning • Strong project management skills with the ability to work cross-functionally • Ability to translate complex technical or legal information into clear, learner-focused content • Willingness to travel occasionally (approximately 2–3 days per quarter) • Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, or a related field • Experience supporting public safety, law enforcement, or regulated industries • Experience localizing training for specific regions, countries, or jurisdictions • Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and data-informed content iteration • Experience developing multi-modal learning solutions (video, eLearning, facilitator-led, job aids) Benefits That Benefit You • Competitive salary and 401(k) with employer match • Discretionary paid time off • Paid parental leave for all caregivers • Medical, Dental, and Vision plans • Fitness and wellness programs • Emotional and mental wellness support • Learning and professional development opportunities • And yes—we have snacks in our offices Benefits may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work. Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Important Notes The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions. 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