E-Learning Development Specialist

We are seeking an eLearning Development Specialist who enhances online courses at Carey through the creation of interactive and engaging learning assets such as; branching scenario simulations, interactive video, interactive graphics, quizzes, and interactive 360 videos. In this Multimedia team role, you will work independently and/or collaborate with a group of Instructional Designers and Subject Matter Experts in order to develop interactive eLearning assets.

This position requires a creative, dynamic thinker with strong, writing and editing skills, and an aptitude for visual communication. Must have strong skills in Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate, and a working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite. Comfort with rapid, iterative prototyping is required. Strong knowledge of pedagogical best practices for online adult learners is a plus. The Incumbent should be prepared to present a portfolio of prior work during the interview process.

This position is remote.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

Interactive eLearning Content Development for Courses [70%]

• Assist with the development of interactive projects including scoping the required resources and timeline to meet project timelines with quality results
• Must be able to leverage stock images, photo editing skills, and basic video editing skills to compile multimedia elements within an interactive authoring program like Articulate Storyline/Adobe Captivate
• Produce quality eLearning course material, including Articulate 360, PowerPoint slides, diagrams, interactive exercises, and assessments
• Work independently or collaborate with curriculum development and training teams to develop, multimedia interactive lessons and work to evaluate and improve production processes.
• Work with subject matter experts on other teams to produce scripts, content, and timelines
• Create/edit graphics in Photoshop
• When needed, perform basic video editing in Adobe Premiere
• Routinely test interactive templates and work using a screen reader to ensure accessibility standards are met
• Incorporate accessibility standards and assets into all interactive designs such as alternative text for images, captions for short videos, focus order, meet contrast standards, etc.

Faculty/Staff Training & Development [15%]

• Develops asynchronous training materials (print, web, and video) around using video and multimedia objects for the development of Faculty and Staff.
• Assist with training faculty and staff about interactive development processes and best practices

Quality Assurance of 3rd Party Developers [5%]

• Reviews 3rd party interactive content for quality and consistency as needed.

Research [5%]

• Keeps abreast of developments in related instructional technologies.
• Researches and disseminate educational technology resources and best practices in technology-enhanced teaching and learning.

Other duties as assigned [5%]

Minimum Qualifications (Mandatory):

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a concentration in Instructional Design, Interactive Media, Learning Systems, Education, Adult Learning, Communication, or related field required.
• Two years of related experience required.
• Strong working knowledge and experience with Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.*

* JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience.  Additional related experience may substitute for the required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

** Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Four years of related experience preferred.
• Proficient with the use of Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate.
• Experience using H5P or the ability to quickly learn new interactive content authoring software
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and other applications to create/modify media for interactive development.
• Proficiency in coding (HTML5, CSS, JavaScript).

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced technical skills and experience with Articulate Storyline or Adobe Captivate.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to prepare written communication with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of and experience with eLearning technical standards (SCORM, AICC, xAPI)
• Excellent eye for minute details and consistency.
• High level of organizational skills, and ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and agile work environment.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as dictated by the project, handle multiple projects, and meet deadlines and project plans
• Experience in curriculum design and development, incorporating Section 508 guidelines.
• Knowledge of social media tools and their application in teaching and learning.

Classified Title: Multimedia Production Coordinator
Working Title: eLearning Development Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PB
Starting Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30-5:00 with some evenings and weekends depending on assigned work
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: Remote
Department name: ​​​​​​​Teaching and Learning @ Carey
Personnel area: Carey Business School

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

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The following additional provisions may apply, depending on campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

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Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

EEO is the Law
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