Creative Director (Automotive)

TL;DR

Creative Director (Instructional Design): Shaping the organization’s learning and development vision and designing high-impact training programs for the automotive industry with an accent on instructional design methodologies and creative strategy. Focus on developing enterprise L&D strategies, conducting needs assessments, and leading the delivery of multi-modal learning solutions.

Location: Home-based / Remote (US). Must be able to travel to office and client locations in Irvine as required.

Salary: $90,000 - $115,000 yearly

Company

hirify.global is a global partner to vehicle manufacturers and mobility organizations, specializing in sales performance, repair optimization, and consumer engagement for over 30 years.

What you will do

• Develop and lead the enterprise Learning & Development (L&D) strategy to support organizational goals.
• Create diverse training programs using instructional design across formal, social, mobile, video, and assessment formats.
• Perform thorough needs assessments to prioritize training and evaluate vendor solutions.
• Build and maintain comprehensive curricula, tools, and methodologies for professional practice.
• Collaborate with marketing, SMEs, and stakeholders to align training with business strategies.
• Ensure high quality and creativity of training materials through continuous benchmarking and QA.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in instructional design and L&D strategy within the automotive industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional design, human resources, or a related field.
• Proficiency in instructional design software, learning management systems (LMS), and multimedia tools.
• Strong capabilities in strategic thinking, project management, and leadership.
• Ability to travel to office and client locations as required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Home-based/Remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead strategic L&D vision for a global automotive partner.
• Collaborative environment working with international teams and clients.
• Focus on professional development and adult education.