Remote Instructional Designer for Disney Learning and Development

A Fresh Adventure in Learning

Imagine being the creative force behind how thousands of Disney employees learn, grow, and succeed. That’s what this role is all about. As a Remote Instructional Designer for Disney Learning and Development, you’ll shape experiences that go far beyond slides and lectures. You’ll design engaging programs, build digital learning solutions, and weave Disney storytelling into every training moment.

Salary for this role is $80,920 annually—but the value comes in the work you’ll get to create every day.

Why Disney’s Instructional Design Role Feels Different

You know those training sessions that feel more like a chore than an opportunity? We don’t do that here. We design learning that’s fun, immersive, and deeply meaningful. Think less “boring compliance slide deck” and more “let’s make people excited to show up and learn.”

When you step in, your work directly impacts Disney employee learning experiences. From storytelling moments to interactive simulations, you’ll be shaping employee training programs that go far beyond a typical corporate job.

What You’ll Do

Here’s the honest picture of your day-to-day as a Remote Learning and Development Specialist:

• Dive into training needs analysis for Disney teams. What do they need? Where are the gaps? You’ll figure it out.
• Map out lessons with storyboard creation for instructional design, ensuring every detail supports the bigger learning goals.
• Create digital magic through eLearning content development and multimedia training solutions.
• Turn dry topics into interactive adventures with creative learning engagement strategies.
• Work with tech tools to make sure everything runs smoothly, especially learning management system (LMS) integration.
• Facilitate or support virtual training facilitation when courses go live.

One day, you’re sketching out an idea for a new onboarding journey. The next day, you’re editing video clips, testing gamified modules, or chatting with a subject matter expert about how to make a safety course engaging. No two days are the same—and hey, that’s part of the fun.

Tools & Software You’ll Use for Instructional Design

Don’t worry, you’re not doing this with duct tape and sticky notes. You’ll have the chance to use cutting-edge instructional design software expertise—tools that help you build, animate, and deliver top-notch content.

If you’ve dabbled with authoring tools like Articulate, Captivate, or Storyline, you’ll feel right at home. And if you’ve got tricks up your sleeve for designing video or graphic-based modules, even better.

Who Thrives Here

Truth is, not everyone loves building courses, tweaking slides, or analyzing data about how people learn. But if that kind of stuff sparks your curiosity, you’ll thrive here.

The people who do best in this role usually:

• Get excited about adult learning theory application—but don’t talk about it in a boring way.
• Love brainstorming ideas and then rolling up their sleeves to build them out.
• Enjoy collaborating on remote instructional design projects with colleagues from all over the globe.
• Believe learning should be fun, not flat.

The Remote Work Culture at Disney

Remote work can feel lonely sometimes. Here, we keep things connected with weekly team huddles, casual coffee chats, and spaces to swap ideas. Even though you’re not in the same room as your teammates, you’ll feel part of something bigger.

And because this role is remote, you’ll have the flexibility to shape your day. Morning person? Knock out storyboards at sunrise. Night owl? Build your interactive modules after dinner. As long as the work shines, your rhythm works.

Learning That Tells a Story

This isn’t just about courses—it’s about storytelling. And who tells stories better than Disney? You’ll design learning that feels like part of the Disney narrative itself. Whether it’s helping new hires hit the ground running or creating modules that boost leadership skills, you’ll find ways to weave in magic and meaning.

Instead of just ticking a box, your courses will feel like real experiences that stick.

How Success Is Measured

We don’t measure success just by the number of slides you create. Here’s what counts:

• Do employees walk away from your training sessions remembering the key lessons?
• Do they feel more confident in their roles?
• Are leaders noticing real improvements after training?

That’s the actual scoreboard. And as a Remote Instructional Designer for Disney Learning and Development, your design decisions will drive those outcomes.

Growth & Career Path

This isn’t a dead-end gig. Think about the career opportunities in instructional design that open up once you’ve proven yourself as a Remote Instructional Designer for Disney Learning and Development, helping shape the company’s broader learning strategy. Many teammates who started in this role have moved into senior design positions, leadership in learning strategy, or even branched into creative media production.

Sure, it’s about today’s projects—but it’s also about building a future you’ll be proud to look back on.

Relatable Moments That Make This Role Special

Picture this: You finish designing a module, and a week later, a team lead messages you, saying, “That training completely changed how my team handles guest interactions.” That’s the kind of win that makes you feel the impact.

Or maybe you’re testing a gamified scenario and realize you’re having fun playing through it. When training is enjoyable to design and pleasant to take, you know you’re on the right track.

What You Bring to the Table

Let’s cut to the chase. You’ll shine in this role if you:

• Have experience in corporate training program design.
• Know your way around digital authoring and interactive course development.
• Can juggle multiple projects without losing your cool.
• Have strong communication chops—you’ll work with subject matter experts, leaders, and teammates across time zones.
• Believe in the power of learning to transform people’s careers.

And honestly, if you geek out a little over cool learning tech, that’s a plus.

Everyday Challenges You’ll Solve

Not everything comes easy here. You’ll face moments where:

• A subject matter expert gives you a mountain of content, and you’ve got to boil it down to the essentials.
• You’re working across time zones and need to flex your schedule a bit.
• Technology decides to glitch mid-course launch.

But here’s the kicker: that’s where the creativity kicks in. You’ll problem-solve, adapt, and keep things moving. And you’ll have teammates ready to back you up.

The Disney Difference in Learning & Development

There are plenty of instructional design jobs out there. But working with Disney means your projects don’t just train employees—they reinforce a brand built on wonder, storytelling, and excellence.

Think of it this way: every piece of learning you design helps someone deliver the Disney experience better. And honestly, that’s where the Disney magic shows up.

A Peek Into Your Day

Wondering what a day here might look like?

• 9:00 AM: Quick virtual huddle with the team to share updates.
• 10:00 AM: Meet with a Disney Parks subject matter expert to brainstorm guest service scenarios.
• 1:00 PM: Work heads down on storyboard creation for instructional design.
• 3:00 PM: Test a course module in the learning management system (LMS).
• 5:00 PM: Share updates in the project tracker, wrap up, and maybe log off early to catch some inspiration from a Disney film.

It’s work, yes—but with a sprinkle of magic.

Why You’ll Love This Instructional Design Role at Disney

At its core, this role is about creating learning experiences that matter. You’ll build courses, programs, and tools that help Disney employees do their best work—and feel inspired while doing it.

If you’ve ever wanted to use your skills to shape something bigger, this is your moment. The Remote Instructional Designer for Disney Learning and Development position isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to put creativity, storytelling, and learning together in one unforgettable career.

So, are you ready to step up and bring a little magic into learning?

Salary: $80,920 annually

Position: Full-time, Remote

Closing Motivation

You don’t have to imagine making a difference—you can do it. Your work here won’t just teach skills. It’ll shape experiences, create memories, and fuel growth for people all across Disney.

Let’s make learning magical, together.

Remote opportunity with global reach — applications are welcome from candidates in any country.