Instructional and Digital Learning Designer
Purpose:
As part of the Schulich Executive Education Centre (SEEC), the Instructional and Digital Learning Designer role provides subject matter expertise on digital instructional design to the Schulich Executive Education Centre (SEEC). The Instructional and Digital Learning Designer role acts as SEEC’s subject matter expert (SME) in elearning and instructional design, creating engaging and effective digital (and occasional non-digital) instructional materials for a range of delivery formats to support SEEC’s program offerings and administrative projects. The role works collaboratively with external corporate, public and non-profit clients, SEEC faculty, staff, and other subject matter experts, including the Teaching Commons, to determine and assess instructional needs, and to design and develop digital instructional materials to support desired course(s) implementation and evaluation. The Instructional and Digital Learning Designer role continually explores and makes recommendations for leveraging digital instructional technologies, methods, and approaches to address instructional needs. The Instructional and Digital Learning Designer provides expert advice and assistance to external clients, and York University faculty and staff on instructional theory, best practices, and design of effective learning strategies such as video-based learning, scenario-based learning, story-based learning, and gamification delivered through a Learning Management System (LMS) and eLearning software such as Articulate 360.
Education:
Undergraduate degree in Instructional Design, Education, Educational Technology, Adult Education or related subject field, or five years recent experience (defined as within the last six years) working at York University performing the same or similar tasks. This education equivalency is in addition to the experiential requirements outlined below.
Experience:
Five (5) years of recent and relevant instructional design experience, learning design experience and learning technology support experience. including designing and developing learning solutions in a range of delivery formats. Experience providing instructional design advisory services in an academic environment. Needs assessment experience to recommend effective learning solutions. Project management experience and a commitment to meeting and exceeding project expectations using formal project management methodologies and appropriate tools. Staff training experience considered an asset. Proven experience using collaboration tools, Mural, Miro, ZOOM, web conferencing software. Advanced Learning Management System (LMS) experience (Canvas would be an asset). Experience using Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, InDesign, and screen recording tools. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of AODA is required. Experience using design and development tools such as Captivate, Articulate360 preferred.
Skills:
Proficient in leading and developing new products and online learning solutions using a range of authoring tools, including the Adobe Learning Suite (i.e., Captivate, Flash, Presenter, Photoshop, Dream Weaver) and other similar products. Proficient in creating and editing video in Adobe Premiere and editing images in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and similar software packages. Ability to develop effective working relationships across all levels of the organization and particularly with faculty who need guidance in converting their course content into virtual programs, which require a high level of persuasiveness and inter-personal skills. Strong presentation and training skills. Ability to create high quality documents for print or display on-screen. Ability to conduct thorough research. Possesses good analytical skills and the ability to synthesize information from various sources. Ability to write clear and concise procedural documentation and reports. Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy and sound judgment when recommending solutions. Excellent communication skills in order to effectively interact with both technical and non-technical users (written and oral). Strong attention to detail. Ability to relate to client needs and bridge understanding of disciplinary pedagogy to online delivery formats. Ability to be creative, flexible, and innovative in course design. Strong presentation skills with demonstrated ability to conduct training sessions and instruct others. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, adhere to budgets, and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and perform effectively as part of a team. Ability to deal calmly and effectively with people. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to multi-task and meet long/short term deadlines. Ability to set priorities and work effectively under pressure. Ability and willingness to keep abreast of technological developments. Demonstrated ability to pick up new technology quickly. Proven results-orientation. A commitment to excellent and high-quality work. Ability to influence clients, faculty and SEEC leadership to adopt and implement new pedagogical methods that are different to prior methods of delivery.
Additional Notes:
This position requires the candidate to produce a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview.
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