Curriculum Multimedia Developer

Utilizes project-tracking software and participates in constant quality improvement of media team workflows related to the work with Instructional Design, Editing, Copyright and Production teams as well as campus clients .

Operates in server environments for testing, production, and hosting of interactive educational multimedia, and communicates with technical server specialists concerning needs related to the smooth functioning and updating of host environments.

Builds capacity in interactive multimedia by developing and delivering workshops and other hands-on training for campus and online faculty.

Supports the Learning Technology and Innovation Team by identifying, analyzing, testing, evaluating, and reporting on existing and emerging learning media technologies and their appropriateness for use in online courses and programs, and in training others in the use of these technologies.

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

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in related field such as Digital Media/Arts; Learning Technologies; Instructional Development; Information Technology

EXPERIENCE:

Five years' related experience in an interactive multimedia role, including: Three years' experience in educational multi-media Two years working in a complex development and production setting requiring strong project management and coordination skills

Three years' experience in educational multi-media

Two years working in a complex development and production setting requiring strong project management and coordination skills

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE OR ABILITIES RELATED TO THE JOB

Demonstrated proficiency in the following programing environments HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, PHP

Demonstrated proficiency in user interface design and ability to create in multiple media formats (audio, video, and graphics)

Demonstrated skills in e-learning, collaboration, and communication software such as WordPress, H5P, Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate

Ability to create and edit sound, video and graphics media

Ability to perform effectively as part of a project development team

Ability to interpret curriculum requirements into appropriate educational interactive applications for LMS/external environments

Communication and conflict management skills that are effective, courteous and tactful

Ability to manage timelines using project management software for multiple concurrent and complex projects

Ability to exercise considerable independent action and make sound decisions

Advanced understanding of user interface design, media formats (audio, video, and graphics), and appropriate computer applications (e.g. current and emerging technologies)

Understanding of how audio is recorded properly.

Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud suite

Familiary with Camtasia video software

Ability to operate in Windows server environment, web servers, , remote desk protocols and maintain best practices in workflow and file management

Ability to work in Learning Management Systems (LMSs) e.g. Moodle

Ability to use MS Office Suite

WORKING CONDITIONS

Sitting at a computer and desk for long periods of time

General office conditions

Applications will be reviewed commencing the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” and may continue until the position is filled. Internal CUPE applicants must submit their application by 4pm on the “closing date for internal CUPE applicants” for their Seniority to be recognized. Applications received after the "closing date for internal CUPE applicants" will be considered alongside external applicants.

The Hours of work are subject to change depending upon departmental requirements

Schedule Description

The salary for the above position is determined by the Collective Agreement with the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 4879, as it presently exists.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.