The Instructional Designer & Facilitator will support Inspire Brands’ learning strategy by both designing and developing engaging learning programs and facilitating live and virtual learning experiences. This role is equally focused on creating high-quality instructional content (50%) and delivering impactful, learner-centered facilitation (50%). The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of creativity, collaboration, and execution—turning business needs into learning solutions and bringing them to life.

* This role is a Hybrid within Atlanta.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Learning Design & Development

• Partner with business and HR leaders to translate organizational needs into measurable learning objectives
• Design and develop instructor-led training (ILT), virtual ILT (vILT), and eLearning modules using best practices in adult learning theory and instructional design frameworks (ADDIE, SAM)
• Create facilitator guides, participant materials, job aids, and assessments to reinforce knowledge and skill application
• Build blended learning experiences that integrate digital content, practice opportunities, and coaching

Facilitation & Delivery

• Facilitate learning cohorts in both live and virtual environments with energy and learner-centered approaches
• Apply facilitation techniques that encourage participation, collaboration, and practical application
• Provide real-time feedback and adapt delivery style to meet diverse learner needs
• Represent Inspire Brands’ culture and values while creating an inclusive, engaging learning environment

Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

•  Measure program effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and business metrics
•  Continuously refine content and facilitation approaches based on evaluation data, industry best practices, and business priorities
• Stay current on instructional design trends, learning technologies, and QSR business needs

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION:

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Education, or related field (Master’s preferred)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION:

• Minimum :3–5 years of experience in instructional design and facilitation or corporate training.
• Proven expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design methodologies, and facilitation best practices.
• Experience with both live and virtual environments, including eLearning platforms (Articulate, Rise, Camtasia, or similar).
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to engage learners across all organizational levels.
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder partnership skills.
• Passion for building a positive learning culture and supporting leadership and team member growth.

 

Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,000 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.

We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.

The Instructional Designer & Facilitator will support Inspire Brands’ learning strategy by both designing and developing engaging learning programs and facilitating live and virtual learning experiences. This role is equally focused on creating high-quality instructional content (50%) and delivering impactful, learner-centered facilitation (50%). The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of creativity, collaboration, and execution—turning business needs into learning solutions and bringing them to life.

* This role is Hybrid within Atlanta.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Learning Design & Development

• Partner with business and HR leaders to translate organizational needs into measurable learning objectives
• Design and develop instructor-led training (ILT), virtual ILT (vILT), and eLearning modules using best practices in adult learning theory and instructional design frameworks (ADDIE, SAM)
• Create facilitator guides, participant materials, job aids, and assessments to reinforce knowledge and skill application
• Build blended learning experiences that integrate digital content, practice opportunities, and coaching
• Leverage learning technologies (LMS, eLearning authoring tools, collaboration platforms, and virtual delivery tools) to create scalable, user-friendly learning experiences.

Facilitation & Delivery

• Facilitate learning cohorts in both live and virtual environments with energy and learner-centered approaches
• Apply facilitation techniques that encourage participation, collaboration, and practical application
• Provide real-time feedback and adapt delivery style to meet diverse learner needs
• Represent Inspire Brands’ culture and values while creating an inclusive, engaging learning environment

Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

•  Measure program effectiveness through feedback, assessments, and business metrics
•  Continuously refine content and facilitation approaches based on evaluation data, industry best practices, and business priorities
• Stay current on instructional design trends, learning technologies, and QSR business needs

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION:

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Learning & Development, Education, or related field (Master’s preferred)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION:

• Minimum :3–5 years of experience in instructional design and facilitation or corporate training
• Proven expertise in adult learning theory, instructional design methodologies, and facilitation best practices
• Strong proficiency with learning technologies, including eLearning authoring tools (Articulate, Rise, Camtasia, or similar), LMS platforms, and live and virtual collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom, etc.
• Strong facilitation skills with the ability to engage learners across all organizational levels
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder partnership skills
• Passion for building a positive learning culture and supporting leadership and team member growth

 

Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,000 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.

We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.