Academic Multimedia Content Developer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Create and design accessible, performance-oriented digital learning experiences that link academic content to real-world applications.

• Convert approved learning objectives, course frameworks, and subject matter information into instructional content, scenarios, interactive modules, practice exercises, and multimedia resources.

• Collaborate with Instructional Designers, Program Chairs, faculty, and Subject Matter Experts.

• Suggest instructional and media strategies while translating academic requirements into development plans.

• Design scenario-based learning experiences, simulations, storylines, discovery materials, simulated datasets, and practice opportunities.

• Generate and refine instructional content, scripts, storyboards, proposals, and production documents.

• Create and construct interactive modules, knowledge assessments, demonstrations, and simulations using Articulate Rise 360 and other approved tools.

• Develop guided and independent practice opportunities with meaningful feedback.

• Produce and edit video, audio, animation, graphics, presentations, and other digital assets utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud.

• Create, adapt, and troubleshoot web-based instructional materials with HTML/CSS templates and reusable components.

• Implement accessibility standards, including text alternatives, captions, transcripts, readable layouts, adequate contrast, and keyboard accessibility.

• Evaluate and test multimedia and interactive content while addressing accessibility concerns.

• Utilize approved generative AI tools for planning, writing, scripting, asset creation, and quality assessment, considering accuracy, accessibility, bias, privacy, intellectual property, and academic integrity.

• Prepare, publish, and test digital learning materials for Blackboard Ultra and approved hosting environments, including SCORM packages and embedded content.

• Coordinate with instructional and technical teams to ensure navigation, functionality, usability, and completion behaviors are met.

• Manage multiple assignments through strategic planning, production, review, revision, and delivery.

• Communicate updates, dependencies, and risks; maintain production specifications, review records, source files, and reusable assets.

• Engage in peer review and quality calibration processes.

• Assess learning materials for alignment, accuracy, usability, technical performance, and brand consistency.

• Provide consultation on instructional multimedia, recording guidance, and production support.

• Investigate and pilot new educational technologies, AI tools, and instructional methods.

• Stay updated through professional development and recommend enhancements to learning experiences and production workflows.

• Execute other responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Director of Instructional Design – Multimedia Services and/or Administration.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, learning sciences, multimedia, graphic design, videography/film, web design, or a related field is required.

• A minimum of five years of professional experience in instructional multimedia development, digital learning design, online course development, or a related field.

• Proven application of instructional design principles and adult learning theories.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and Articulate 360, specifically Rise 360.

• Expertise in audio/video recording, editing, and production processes.

• Strong skills in instructional writing and visual communication.

• Experience using generative AI tools for instructional design and multimedia production.

• Familiarity with digital accessibility standards and evaluation methods.

• Competence in HTML/CSS.

• Experience with Blackboard Ultra or another learning management system.

• Understanding of SCORM packaging, eLearning delivery, and completion tracking protocols.

• Excellent project management, documentation, and organizational capabilities.

• Outstanding communication, consultation, and collaboration skills.

• Ability to function independently and collaboratively within a remote setting.

• Knowledge of copyright, fair use, intellectual property, and academic integrity.

• A portfolio and work samples showcasing instructional reasoning, outcome alignment, accessible design, and multimedia production abilities.

• Standard working hours correspond to the Eastern Time Zone.

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time remote position for 12 months.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

• Collaborative remote work environment.