[Hiring] Academic Multimedia Content Developer @Post University

Role Description

The Academic Multimedia Content Developer designs and develops accessible, performance-first digital learning experiences that connect academic content to authentic professional application. This role translates approved learning outcomes, course roadmaps, and subject matter content into cohesive instructional content, scenario-based experiences, interactive modules, guided and independent practice, and multimedia resources.

Working collaboratively with Instructional Designers, Program Chairs, faculty, and Subject Matter Experts, this position contributes instructional recommendations and carries assigned learning experiences from planning and scripting through production, quality review, and delivery. The role aligns content, practice, and feedback with course assessments and measurable learning outcomes while supporting responsible technology use, institutional quality standards, and continuous improvement.

This is a 12-month, full-time remote position based in the United States. Standard working hours are aligned with the Eastern Time Zone.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in instructional design, educational technology, learning sciences, multimedia, graphic design, videography/film, web design, or a related field required.
• Five years of professional experience in instructional multimedia development, digital learning design, online course development, or a related field, with demonstrated application of instructional design principles.
• Demonstrated ability to apply evidence-based instructional design, adult learning theory practices to outcome alignment, content sequencing, authentic scenarios, formative practice, and meaningful feedback.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud and Articulate 360, particularly Rise 360 and relevant multimedia production applications.
• Proficiency in audio/video recording, editing, and production.
• Strong instructional writing and visual communication skills.
• Experience using generative AI tools to support instructional design and multimedia development.
• Working knowledge of digital accessibility standards and evaluation practices.
• Experience with HTML/CSS and the ability to adapt, maintain, and troubleshoot approved instructional templates and reusable components.
• Experience with Blackboard Ultra or another learning management system.
• Understanding of SCORM packaging, eLearning delivery, and completion tracking.
• Strong project management, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, consultation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
• Knowledge of copyright, fair use, intellectual property, and academic integrity as they apply to instructional content and digital media.

Requirements

• Apply instructional design principles and adult learning theory to develop multimedia learning experiences.
• Partner with Instructional Designers, Program Chairs, faculty, and Subject Matter Experts to clarify learning needs.
• Develop authentic, scenario-based learning experiences, including simulations.
• Develop and refine learning experience proposals, instructional content, scripts, storyboards, and detailed production documents.
• Design and build interactive learning modules, formative knowledge checks, demonstrations, and simulations.
• Produce and edit video, audio, animation, graphics, presentations, and other digital assets.
• Develop, adapt, and troubleshoot web-based instructional materials.
• Apply University accessibility requirements throughout design and production.
• Use institutionally approved generative AI tools and workflows.
• Prepare, publish, and test digital learning materials for Blackboard Ultra and approved hosting environments.
• Manage multiple concurrent assignments through planning, production, review, revision, and delivery.
• Apply institutional quality standards and participate in peer review and quality calibration.
• Provide instructional multimedia consultation, recording guidance, and production support.
• Evaluate and pilot emerging educational technologies, AI tools, and instructional approaches.

Benefits

• 12-month, full-time remote position.
• Standard working hours aligned with the Eastern Time Zone.