Educational Content Developer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Growth opportunities

Creative environment

Shaping education

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking an Educational Content Developer to design, develop and curate engaging learning materials across subjects and age groups. Based in East London, you will collaborate with SMEs and instructional designers to deliver high-quality content and assessments that align with learning objectives.

A strong foundation in pedagogical principles and multimedia production is required to create impactful learning experiences for students in the Eastern Cape and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing educational content for K-12 or higher education.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles, adult learning theories, and curriculum development.
• Proficiency with content creation tools and e-learning authoring software.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality educational content, including lesson plans, study guides, interactive modules, and assessments.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Create engaging multimedia assets, such as videos, graphics, and animations, to enhance learning experiences.
• Review and revise existing educational materials to ensure they are current, relevant, and aligned with learning objectives.
• Manage content projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.

Skills

Content development

Instructional design

Multimedia production

Educational technology

Editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/Instructional Design

Tools

E-learning authoring tools

Video editing software

Graphic design tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Educational Content Developer to join their dynamic team, contributing to curriculum innovation for various learning platforms. Based in East London , you will be responsible for designing, developing, and curating engaging and effective educational materials across different subjects and age groups. This role requires a strong understanding of pedagogical principles, instructional design, and multimedia production to create impactful learning experiences for students in the Eastern Cape and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality educational content, including lesson plans, study guides, interactive modules, and assessments.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and instructional designers to ensure content accuracy and pedagogical effectiveness.
• Create engaging multimedia assets, such as videos, graphics, and animations, to enhance learning experiences.
• Review and revise existing educational materials to ensure they are current, relevant, and aligned with learning objectives.
• Manage content projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing educational content for K-12 or higher education.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles, adult learning theories, and curriculum development.
• Proficiency with content creation tools and e-learning authoring software.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills with a keen eye for detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in ed-tech.
• Creative and collaborative work environment.
• Be part of shaping the future of education through innovative content creation in East London.