Instructional Multimedia Designer

From your everyday PowerPoint presentations to Hollywood movies, AI will transform the way we create and consume content. Today, people want to watch and listen, not read — both at home and at work. If you're reading this and nodding, check out our recent Synthesia 2.0 event.

Despite the clear preference for video, communication and knowledge sharing in the business environment are still dominated by text, largely because high-quality video production remains complex and challenging to scale—until now….

Meet Synthesia

We're on a mission to make video easy for everyone. Born in an AI lab, our AI video communications platform simplifies the entire video production process, making it easy for everyone, regardless of skill level, to create, collaborate, and share high-quality videos. Whether it's for delivering essential training to employees and customers or marketing products and services, Synthesia enables large organizations to communicate and share knowledge through video quickly and efficiently. We're trusted by leading brands such as Heineken, Zoom, Xerox, McDonald's and more. Read stories from happy customers and what 1,200+ people say on G2.

In 2023, we were one of 7 European companies to reach unicorn status. In February 2024, G2 named us as the fastest growing company in the world. We've raised over $150M in funding from top-tier investors, including Accel, Nvidia, Kleiner Perkins, Google and top founders and operators including Stripe, Datadog, Miro, Webflow, and Facebook.

About the role...

To support our growing team, we're hiring an Instructional Multimedia Designer. 

You'll be at the heart of our Customer & Product Content Creation Team, innovating at the intersection of AI technology and video.

This position demands a diverse skill set spanning copywriting, hands-on video production, educational theory, and design to craft multimedia content that elevates customer experiences. Working in collaboration with various teams, you will interpret client needs, formulate instructional designs, and partner with our content creators to produce visually engaging videos using Synthesia's platform.

What you will be doing…

• Craft video content using Synthesia's AI platform, marrying instructional design with cutting-edge technology.
• Actively participate in the end-to-end content development process, from initial concept through scripting, storyboarding, and production, to final delivery.
• Harness multimedia elements such as graphics and animations to elevate the instructional value and visual appeal of video content.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients to understand learning objectives, identify content gaps, and tailor video solutions that resonate with diverse audiences.
• Conduct needs assessments to refine learning objectives and content strategies.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends in instructional design and multimedia technology, continuously enhancing our content offerings.
• Measure the impact of video content through engagement metrics and learner feedback, iterating for improvement.

We'd love to hear from you if...

• Excellent copywriting and verbal communication skills as you'll need to facilitate effective collaboration across teams and with clients.
• Solid understanding of instructional design concepts and learning principles.
• Proven track record in designing multimedia instructional materials, with a portfolio that showcases your skills in video content development.
• Exceptional ability to convey complex information through engaging and clear video narratives and effective learning experiences. 
• Expertise in using multimedia software and video editing tools, alongside a keen understanding of AI technologies and their potential.
• A creative and analytical mind, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• A background in marketing, advertising, or copywriting is a significant advantage.

You'll stand out if you bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Multimedia Design, or related field.
• A passion for staying ahead of the curve and applying new methods and ideas to continuously improve your work and customer experiences.

Why Join Synthesia?

Imagine joining Airbnb, Stripe, or Figma when they had product-market fit, but the world hadn't completely realized it yet. That's where Synthesia is today. We hire the smartest, kindest, and most unrelenting people and let them do their best work—without distractions.

Learn more about our culture and principles here.

Location: London, UK

UK Benefits

A hybrid, flexible approach to work where you have access to a lovely office space in Oxford Circus with free lunches on a Wednesday and Friday

A competitive salary + stock options

25 days of annual leave + public holidays (plus the option to take 5 days unpaid leave and carry 5 days over)

Private healthcare through AXA, including mental health support through the Stronger Minds service

Pension contribution - Synthesia contributes 3% and employee contributes 5% on qualifying earnings

Cycle to work scheme

You will join an established company culture with optional regular socials and company retreats

Paid parental leave entitling primary caregivers to 16 weeks of full pay, and secondary 5 weeks of full pay

You can participate in a generous recruitment referral scheme if you help us to hire

The equipment you need to be successful in your role