Training and Development Specialist

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a Training and Development Specialist to design, develop, and deliver engaging digital learning experiences for university staff and faculty. The role blends graphic design, video production, and instructional design to create accessible, visually compelling learning materials.

Collaborate with instructional designers and subject matter experts to translate complex information into learner-centered content, manage multiple projects, and ensure alignment with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in multimedia design, graphic design, digital media, instructional technology, communication, or related field, or equivalent.
• 4+ years of directly related work experience; or a master's degree with related experience.
• Experience developing multimedia content for employee training or higher education environments.
• Experience creating animated explainer videos, instructional videos, infographics, and online micro-learning modules.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and edit multimedia content including animated videos, graphics, infographics, GIFs, and other digital assets.
• Develop interactive learning experiences using e-learning authoring tools.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, SMEs, stakeholders, and training team members to meet deadlines.
• Translate complex policies and processes into accessible visual explanations and learning activities.
• Ensure materials support learning objectives and are accessible to the audience.
• Incorporate accessibility features such as captions and transcripts.

Skills

Multimedia design

Graphic design

Video editing

Instructional design

e-learning tools

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Articulate Rise

Adobe Captivate

Adobe Creative Cloud

Illustrator

Photoshop

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Vyond

Job description

Training and Development Specialist

Job Summary

The Training and Development Specialist supports the design,development, and delivery of engaging digital learning experiences. This role combines digital content development, multimediaproduction, and graphic design. This position reports to theAssociate Director of Training and Development and will be part ofa larger training team that designs, develops, and implementstraining programs for university staff and faculty. The Training and Development Specialist works collaboratively withinstructional designers, subject matter experts, and training teammembers to develop visually compelling and instructionallyeffective learning materials. The role creates and maintainsdigital content, including animated and instructional videos,infographics, interactive learning content, short online courses,and other training resources. The individual in this role translates complex information,policies, systems, and processes into clear visual explanations andlearner-centered experiences. This position balances visualcreativity with instructional purpose, usability, and accessibilitywhile managing multiple projects and deadlines. A successful candidate has experience using graphic design, videoediting, or digital content development software; strong visualdesign skills, including an understanding of layout, typography,color theory, composition, and visual hierarchy; and strong writtenand verbal communication skills, organizational skills, andattention to detail.

This is a full-time position that requires working in the office inSalt Lake City, Utah three days per week.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and edit multimedia content, including animatedvideos, instructional videos, graphics, infographics, GIFs, andother digital assets.
• Develop interactive learning experiences, includingscenario-based activities and simulations, using e-learningauthoring tools.
• Collaborate with instructional designers, subject matter experts,stakeholders, and training team members to define projectrequirements, establish deliverables, and meet deadlines.
• Translate complex policies, procedures, systems, and conceptsinto accessible visual explanations, scenarios, and learningactivities.
• Ensure multimedia materials support established learningobjectives and are appropriate for the intended audience.
• Incorporate accessibility features, including captions,transcripts, appropriate color contrast, and other accessibledesign practices.
• Review and test digital learning materials for visualconsistency, functionality, accuracy, usability, and technicalquality.
• Maintain organized project files, reusable design assets,templates, and multimedia resources.
• Provide recommendations on appropriate multimedia formats andvisual approaches based on project goals, audience needs, andavailable resources.
• Manage multiple projects and competing priorities whilemaintaining attention to detail and production quality.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of multimediadevelopment processes, templates, and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Director ofTraining and Development.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher educationcan be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience(Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related workexperience). Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (orequivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• Bachelor's degree in multimedia design, graphic design, digitalmedia, instructional technology, communication, educationaltechnology, or a related field; or equivalency.
• Experience developing multimedia content for employee training,professional development, higher education, or corporate learningenvironments.
• Experience creating animated explainer videos, instructionalvideos, infographics, and online micro-learning modules.
• Familiarity with e-learning authoring tools, such as ArticulateStoryline, Articulate Rise, Adobe Captivate, or similarplatforms.
• Experience with graphic design and multimedia software, such asAdobe Creative Cloud applications, including Illustrator,Photoshop, Premiere Pro, or After Effects, or comparabletools.
• Experience using animation platforms, such as Vyond, or similartools for creating instructional videos and scenario-based learningcontent.

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Pay Rate Range: $55,000-$60,000 DOE

Close Date: 11/13/2026

Location: Campus

Department: 02520 - Service Delivery & Training