Department Online & Continuing Education - Online Learning
Salary range $73,050.72 to $102,536.00
Hours per week 35
Grade 12
Posted date
Closing date September 16, 2025
Position Type Full Time - Operating Funded

LEARNING EXPERIENCE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT WORK (60%)

• Engage in course production activities across all development phases of assigned online projects, including creating prototypes, drafts and final course versions. Collaborate with academic leaders / SMEs, IDs, and project managers to obtain feedback, QA and approval before launch.
• pedagogical / andragogical best practice to digital course builds to enhance effective and engaging experiences through storytelling, complex interactions (such as branching scenarios or gamification), or strategic multimedia use.
• Make recommendations to IDs and academic leads/SMEs that enhance learning experiences, such as dynamic elements, design approaches or multimedia assets.
• Design and build courses directly in Learning Management Systems (e.g., Canvas, Coursera) using a combination of Rich Content Editor & HTML, and course authoring tools (e.g., Articulate Rise & Storyline). This includes the creation and maintenance of reusable templates and visual elements.
• Plan, design, and create diverse digital assets and multimedia as required (e.g., presentations, podcasts, animations, custom graphics). This includes curating and adapting existing content (e.g. stock imagery) and light post-production.
• Collaboration with external vendors as needed on project work.
• Set up and integrate all course learning activities and resources, such as SME/instructor-created digital assessments (e.g., quizzes, polls, rubrics), discussion forums, assignments, library materials, and Open Educational Resources (OERs), or others, ensuring seamlessness and optimal functionality within the course.
• Lead quality assurance (QA) efforts in each assigned project by thoroughly reviewing prototypes and drafts for accuracy, functionality, responsiveness, and compliance with accessibility (WCAG), UDL, and digital LX/UX best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues with digital builds.
• Report weekly on development task status and time spent using Project Management, Time Tracking, and Scheduling tools.
• Collaborate with the project team using asynchronous tools and status meeting updates.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Master’s degree in Educational Technology, Learning Experience Design, Instructional Design or Adult Education with a focus on digital learning or technology, or a closely related discipline is highly preferred. An equivalent combination of education or experience will also be considered. A relevant undergraduate degree or diploma (e.g. adult education, design, or development), in combination with experience in online course development and/or multimedia leadership experience, will be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in developing innovative online courses and digital learning experiences. Preference will be given to those with experience developing for-credit digital learning experiences.
• Demonstrated proficiency in building and uplifting engaging custom course content in the Canvas Learning Management System.
• Demonstrated experience in web, graphic design, and multimedia development (i.e. HTML, CSS, Adobe Suite, Camtasia, Microsoft Office Suite, Yuja, Google Suite, Dreamweaver, LaTeX, etc.).
• Demonstrated proficiency in creating digital assets within online courses using course authoring tools, including Articulate Suite (Rise and Storyline).
• Experience supporting and including Indigenous Initiatives and Access, Community and Belonging (II and ACB) across the digital learning experience.
• Exceptional creativity, passion, and ability to develop enriched, innovative online learning that utilizes a variety of modalities, technologies, and multimedia.
• Knowledge and experience with accessibility guidelines, UDL, and digital LX/UX. Relevant certifications will be considered an asset.
• Familiarity with copyright legislation and compliance, fair use guidelines, Creative Commons licensing, and intellectual property rights related to the use of digital content in educational settings.
• Must have technical skills required to resolve technical issues related to the digital build, LMS course configuration, HTML, or embedded digital assets.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to positively influence partners, build trust, and generate excitement.
• Excellent eye for detail to support quality assurance, assessment, and control for OCE with experience in establishing and implementing quality assurance (QA) documentation, such as style guides or development checklists.
• Strong analytical skills to proactively identify, evaluate, and recommend emerging trends and technologies in online learning.
• Proven ability to work effectively with academic leaders/SMEs, instructional designers, project managers, and external vendors.
• Familiarity with project management and the tools, approaches, and phases of the project lifecycle.
• Energetic, creative, innovative, LX/UX-focused, and able to lead, delegate and multitask in a fast-paced team environment.
• At least 2 years of progressive supervisory experience, with a focus on coaching and developing team members will be considered an asset.
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  Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight September 16, 2025, Edmonton, Alberta local time