Lead Content Technologist (eLearning domain)

About the Role -

This role will work with Moodle, the UAL Online Virtual Learning Environment, to coordinate the build and creation of learning content across multiple courses at different stages of development. This includes configuring activities and content types to designs developed by our Learning Designers and academics and setting up associated platforms such as Miro, Workflow (or portfolio platform based on Mahara) and others.

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Responsibilities -

• Working in partnership with Learning Designers, building and importing content within a virtual learning environment to develop high-quality online learning experiences.
• Ensure timely delivery of courses, assets, and technical support.
• Configure and manage the Moodle learning management platform to enable excellent learning journeys and engaging learner interactions.
• Provide guidance and expertise on feasibility and technology capabilities to inform decision-making and the selection of appropriate tools and platforms, testing, piloting, and solutioning in collaboration with the UX designer and the wider UALO team.
• Perform technical and design QA and oversee and maintain quality standards for third-party content.
• Sourcing and working with third-party suppliers to support the development of content at scale.
• Advise on approaches and working methods which ensure that platforms and media are accessible, conforming to legal requirements and good practice in usability.
• Working closely with UAL Online Content Editors and Visual Designers, and third-party suppliers to ensure content and platforms conform to UAL Online style guides, accessibility legislation, and our strategic aims for access and inclusion.
• Supporting academic staff with technical issues regarding the delivery of teaching and learning.
• Designing and delivering focused training for academic staff on relevant uses of the Teaching and Learning platforms.
• Contributing to the ongoing enhancement of relevant processes and workflows.
• Keeping the team informed about best practices and new opportunities in the development and delivery of learning materials and activities.

Qualifications -

• Graduate degree.
• In-depth knowledge of good practice in digital content development, including an understanding of digital accessibility law and best practice.
• Ability to develop draft content into high-quality learning materials and activities without changing the academic and learning intent, ensuring content is inclusive and accessible
• A good understanding and working use of online Higher Education platforms (ideally Moodle) and associated learning and authoring tools, utilised to develop digital materials and learning content/activities to agreed style guides.
• Adept with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, collaborative platforms such as Slack, Padlet, and Miro, and understands Web-based design-related languages such as CSS.
• Working with and supporting specialist roles, such as academics, including the design and delivery of training sessions, utilising knowledge of Learning Design processes and approaches.

Required Skills -

• Communicates effectively orally, in writing, and/or using visual media.
• Supervises and motivates individuals, suppliers, or a team effectively, setting clear objectives to manage performance. (Desirable)
• Uses effective teaching, learning, or professional practice to support excellent teaching, pedagogy, and inclusivity.
• Plans, prioritises, and organises work to achieve objectives on time.
• Works collaboratively in a team or with different professional groups, ensuring the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion are upheld.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with students or customers. (Desirable)

Preferred Skills

• Experience in digital content development.
• Knowledge of digital accessibility law and best practices.

Interested candidates, please share your updated resume on neelam.fernandes@learningmate.com.

Thanks & Regards,

Neelam Fernandes

HR team - Mumbai