DUTIES
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Based on a broad and in-depth knowledge of graphic media and institution standards, analyzes needs and makes recommendations to Instructional Designers, subject matter experts, faculty and staff on pedagogically sound graphic assets for online courses, programs and other educational offerings.
- Applies iterative design, user testing, and collaborative media production expertise to create a variety of graphic media asset deliverables for Open Learning and campus including discrete graphics, infographics, and website layouts.
- Finds, repurposes and / or develops open educational graphic media assets under Creative Commons and related regimes; makes recommendations and participates in the development of storage and content sharing tools with the use of metadata systems and repositories.
- Ensures that created media assets adhere to accessibility guidelines.
- Develops graphic specifications for creation of graphic media assets to enhance the learning material objectives of educational materials. Supports and collaborates with curriculum multimedia developer and video producer to achieve coordinated approaches to media development and implementation, provides assistance with basic multimedia and video tasks.
- Participates in course and program planning teams related to new development and maintenance of existing curriculum or other education focused projects, including handling of issues related to coordinating, scheduling and managing implementation of multiple projects under time-sensitive conditions.
- Operates in server environments for testing, production and hosting of graphic web designs, and communicates with technical server specialists concerning needs related to the smooth functioning and updating of host environments.
- Utilizes project-tracking software and participates in constant quality improvement of media team workflows related to the work of Instructional Design, Editing, Copyright and Production teams as well as campus clients.
- Participates in relevant conferences by attending and presenting on practices and emerging developments in Open Learning and educational media.
REPORTS TO
Manager, Learning Technology and Innovation
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION :
Bachelor’s degree in related field such as Digital Media / Arts; Learning Technologies; Instructional Development; Information TechnologyEXPERIENCE :
5 years of graphic illustration and web design experience, including :Three years’ experience in developing a wide range of graphic media assets
Two years working in a complex development and production setting requiring strong project management and coordination skillsSKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB
Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a consistent and audience-appropriate standard of graphic illustration and design across web, print & multimedia materialsDemonstrated ability to apply graphic design skills in the areas of Information Architecture and website usability including the development and documentation of clear navigational structuresDemonstrated ability to illustrate and design for a broad range of subject matter.Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in speaking, writing, and with visual imagesAbility to formulate new concepts, create visuals, and implement sound graphic design including the production of content for, digital delivery methods and print reproductionAbility to coordinate multiple projects with tight deadlines and changing prioritiesAbility to develop clear instructional materialAbility to interact well with colleagues and team membersAbility to exercise sound decision making and judgmentAbility to organize, coordinate, and attend to fine detailAbility to employ advanced level skills in Adobe Creative Cloud suite MS Word, knowledge of Camtasia, HTML, CSS and some programming skillsFamiliarity with WordPress, H5P, Articulate Storyline.Familiarity with HTML5 and CSSAbility to employ advanced computer skills and knowledge on either a Mac or a PC operating system. Must have the ability to employ basic computer skills on the alternate operating systemWORKING CONDITIONS
Long periods of time working at computerGeneral office conditionsThe salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.