Learning Experience Designer

2 weeks ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time
Job Title: Learning Experience Designer

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Learning Experience Designer to join our team at Harvard University's Division of Continuing Education. As a key member of our Course Design team, you will play a critical role in designing and developing engaging learning experiences that model the best of online and blended education.

About the Role

The Learning Experience Designer will work closely with faculty members and other stakeholders to create high-quality learning materials, assessments, and activities that support active learning. You will be responsible for collaborating with technology, software, and media production teams to develop new tools, methods, and practices for online education. Your expertise in instructional design, multimedia development, and simulation technologies will be essential in creating creative solutions that support student learning.

Responsibilities
  • Design and develop engaging learning experiences from inception to completion, working with faculty members and other stakeholders to apply instructional design and backwards design principles, learning theories, and multimedia development.
  • Collaborate with faculty members and teaching staff to build and implement exemplary learning objects, modules, assessments, and activities, along with associated educational materials, for both synchronous and asynchronous learning.
  • Project manage complex projects with multiple deliverables and deadlines, establishing timelines and workflows, creating and tracking project documentation, and coordinating amongst individual collaborators across teams.
  • Design individualized interventions for courses in need of remediation to meet DCE quality standards.
  • Consult with faculty on pedagogical and technological questions, making recommendations for best practices in online education and identifying content and technology resources for online teaching and learning.
Requirements
  • 3+ years of work experience in online course development, instructional design, instructional technology, project management, or a related field.
  • Experience teaching in an online environment as a primary instructor or TA.
  • Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) preferred.
  • Demonstrated strong project management skills with several examples of projects managed from start to conclusion.
  • Demonstrated understanding and execution of UX/UI principles.
  • Strong technical skills/fluency, with experience working with multimedia and audio-visual production tools.
  • Demonstrated expertise in an area of multimedia or audio-visual production (e.g., graphic design, photography, animation, video editing, etc.).
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to creatively problem-solve and think outside the box.
  • Growth mindset and commitment to learning, with the ability to take initiative to learn new tools and methodologies.
  • Ability to work well with others, with experience in lateral management (managing peers, coordinating projects across teams and individuals).
  • Knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software, and equipment.
  • Canvas or other modern LMS experience.
What We Offer

As a member of our team, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health and welfare benefits, work/life and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities. We also offer a hybrid workplace model, with a minimum of 2 days per week on campus.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about creating innovative learning experiences and working with a talented team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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