EdTech Multimedia Designer & Web Developer

Cengage; Canada; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage is seeking a Multimedia Designer to transform manuscripts into engaging online courses. You will craft visuals, code HTML/CSS, and build interactive, standards-compliant content across browsers and devices. The role emphasizes accessibility, reusable assets, and AI-assisted workflows.

You will collaborate with Learning Designers and SMEs, manage video production, and ensure timely delivery within budget. A 4+ year track record and a Bachelor's or equivalent are required.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in HTML and CSS.
• Adobe Creative Cloud expertise (Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere/After Effects).
• Responsive design experience and WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility knowledge.
• Solid UI/UX principles understanding.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Proficient with email, Windows, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Minimum 4 years of professional paid experience in web or multimedia design/development.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Bonus: JavaScript, LMS work, AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize complex information into simple visuals that support learning.
• Design multimedia elements, including illustrations, interactive elements, and games.
• Plan and build a video from concept through completion; write scripts and storyboards.
• Ensure multimedia components are reusable, accessible, and cross‑platform.
• Leverage AI tools for asset development and editing.
• Own technical aspects of content design, programming, and delivery.
• Convert manuscripts into HTML/CSS meeting high-quality standards.
• Apply HTML/CSS formatting to classroom content.
• Use basic JavaScript for interactivity.
• Work with LMS to integrate multimedia assets and features.
• Collaborate with Learning Designers and SMEs; share design rationale.
• Train content development vendors on processes and tools.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.

Skills

HTML

CSS

UI/UX principles

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Email proficiency

Windows and MS Office

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Dreamweaver

Photoshop

Illustrator

Premiere

After Effects

JavaScript (basic)

Job description

Cengage is seeking a Multimedia Designer to transform manuscripts into engaging online courses. You will craft visuals, code HTML/CSS, and build interactive, standards-compliant content across browsers and devices. The role emphasizes accessibility, reusable assets, and AI-assisted workflows.

You will collaborate with Learning Designers and SMEs, manage video production, and ensure timely delivery within budget. A 4+ year track record and a Bachelor's or equivalent are required.