Location: Cape TownHybrid work model: Minimum two days a week in the office with option to work remotely for remaining three daysContract type: PermanentThe Digital Designer is responsible for the design, development and production of visual and media assets in the learning materials created by the Learning Design team. This includes the development of multimedia assets including audio, video, graphics, artworks, images, and interactive media objects (IMO). All assets are aligned to the style and templates used by Learning Design team members and university partners. They will promote the visual consistency required throughout OES created learning materials.The Digital Designer will work with members of the internal OES learning design team, and also external academic partners, and external suppliers to ensure that graphic design at OES represents a standard of quality and innovation that reflects current industry standards and trends, and contributes meaningfully to OES initiatives intended to reimagine online learning.Key responsibilities:Design a range of templates for media, graphics, artworks, learning materials, and interactive packages that will enhance, extend, or augment OES learning products through a combination of multimedia, digital pedagogy, multiliteracies, and digital constructivism.Work with the OES Learning Design team to locate, identify, and exploit opportunities for the development of rich media experiences.Develop and distribute content-agnostic graphic templates for use by OES Learning Design team with a view to promoting rapid deployment of reusable graphic assets.Develop and strengthen guidelines in the creation of images, interactives and rich-media experiences that engage OES partners and students in the online environment.Create customised visual experiences using a range of industry recognised pedagogy models.Work with the Lead Digital Designer to develop guidelines for the use of multimedia objects, including video, and images, to provide a consistent approach for standardised quality, storage, file sizes, dimensions, and application.Work with Digital Designers to ensure consistency and security regarding the storage, registration and access of graphic and multimedia resources, including internal OES media content and graphic templates.Collaborate with Applications Developers and Front-end developers to design content pages and student experiences that support Learning Designers deliver pedagogy design purposefully to achieve the intended learning outcomes.Work with Learning Designers to define and develop content layout and patterns that can be configured and reused for purposeful design of learning experiences to industry standards.Audit and assess all internally built OES graphic content with a view to ensuring that course materials are on brand, on style, and reflect the design standards established for the Learning Design team.Pursue a creative and reactive approach to learning design images which is aware of current trends, standards, and expectations in the broader eLearning industry, and engage with all internal and external stakeholders in order to develop approaches which empower the company to exceed them.Support Junior Digital Designers in industry standards and best practice in a media production environment.Minimum Requirements:Experienced in vector graphic and illustration creation with Adobe IllustratorExperienced in motion design with Adobe Premier Pro and After EffectsVideo and audio editing with Adobe Premier Pro/AuditionImage editing and production with Adobe PhotoshopExperience in designing for online, learner-centred, flexible educationExperience in commercial, industry, or academic creative production environments, with demonstrable competencies in OES preferred products and technologies (including but not limited to the Adobe Creative Suite)Experience in product development and market readiness with an eLearning/academic focus.Demonstrated experience in innovative design methods and tools for online content delivery.Demonstrated ability to pursue innovative approaches to multimedia-rich interactive content developmentDemonstrated high standard of interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environmentAn appropriate graduate tertiary qualification in education or relevant discipline would be highly regardedAn appropriate graduate qualification in multimedia/graphic design (experience in educational environments would be highly regarded)Perks:Flexible working hoursGenerous annual leave policyPaid maternity, parental, and study leave benefits in line with policyLearning and development opportunities within a global teamFun events organized by the Construct Social CommitteeABOUT CONSTRUCT EDUCATIONConstruct Education is a strategic digital learning solutions company specializing in the design of innovative, impactful, and bespoke digital learning experiences. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of OES, a global leader in education solutions, we continue to push the boundaries of online education.Construct Education is a fee-for-service partner to institutions, and organizations worldwide, creating digital learning experiences that empower both learners and educators. We are committed to redefining online education in a way that prepares learners for real-world challenges and helps them succeed in their careers.We are on a mission to transform online learning and bridge the gap between education and employment. Our vision is for everyone to have access to meaningful education through superior online programs.
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