Digital Learning Designer - Higher Education

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote role

Professional development budget

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Digital Learning Designer to create engaging online courses for higher education. You will design, develop, and deliver digital learning content using multimedia and interactive technologies, collaborating with SMEs to convert complex topics into accessible modules.

The role emphasizes applying instructional design and UX principles, ensuring WCAG accessibility, and supporting remote, nationwide learners across SA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience designing and developing digital learning content, preferably in higher education.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate) and LMS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging online courses and digital learning materials using diverse authoring tools.
• Collaborate with SMEs to translate content into accessible modules.
• Incorporate multimedia elements to enhance learning and user experience.

Skills

Instructional design

Adult learning principles

UX design

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Instructional Design/Educational Technology

Tools

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Captivate

LMS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and skilled Digital Learning Designer to revolutionize higher education learning experiences. This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to work from anywhere while contributing to innovative online courses. You will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and developing engaging digital learning content, leveraging multimedia and interactive technologies. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of adult learning principles and a passion for creating effective and accessible online educational materials, serving students across the nation and enhancing the institution's digital learning capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop engaging online courses and digital learning materials using a variety of authoring tools and platforms.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to translate complex academic content into accessible and interactive online modules.
• Integrate multimedia elements, including video, audio, animations, and interactive simulations, to enhance learning.
• Apply principles of instructional design, adult learning theory, and user experience (UX) to create effective learning pathways.
• Ensure all digital learning content is accessible, inclusive, and meets WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of digital learning solutions and recommend improvements based on data and feedback.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in designing and developing digital learning content, preferably in higher education.
• Proficiency with e-learning authoring tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, or similar.
• Strong understanding of learning management systems (LMS) and online course delivery strategies.
• Excellent project management, communication, and collaboration skills for remote work.
• Portfolio showcasing diverse digital learning design projects is highly recommended.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote role, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge digital learning technologies.
• Flexible working hours and the freedom of a remote work environment.
• Generous professional development budget for continuous learning.
• Contribute to the advancement of online education and its impact on student success.