Job Description

About Bow Valley College



Bow Valley College is Calgary's college with local impact and global reach, serving more than 15,000 students. We

launch

our students

by preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality, future-oriented education. We

advance

our graduates into careers in healthcare, technology, business, entertainment arts, social services, and more, contributing to our economy and community. We

evolve

our students through work-integrated learning, upskilling, and reskilling. Proud to be named one of Canada's Top 50 research colleges, our applied research focuses on health and educational technology, and social innovation. Home to the Digital Entertainment Nexus, Calgary's first esports arena, and the Bears varsity team, Bow Valley College, is celebrating 60 years of student success. Learn more about the opportunities we create at bowvalleycollege.ca.





About the Role



This is primarily a front-end web development position.



The

Multimedia Specialist

is a key member of the Learning Design unit and plays a critical role in the development of high-quality, accessible, and engaging digital learning experiences at Bow Valley College. Working in close collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and Learning Design Consultants, the incumbent designs and develop interactive digital course content deployed through the College's Learning Management System (

Brightspace by D2L

).



This role directly supports Bow Valley College's institutional goals of

access, quality, and sustainability

, and requires a strong blend of technical expertise, creativity, collaboration, and project coordination.



The successful candidate is flexible, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple projects while staying current with trends in digital media production, responsive and accessible web design, and online learning technologies.



Key Responsibilities





Web & Digital Planning and Development - 90%


Coordinate digital and multimedia projects, advising on web and media design while monitoring timelines, scope, and deliverables Provide technical and creative expertise throughout pre-production, production, and post-production stages Research, document, and implement digital project requirements and specifications Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts, Learning Design Consultants, instructors, and stakeholders to plan, design, and develop course content Review, revise, design, and develop digital learning content including lessons, interactive activities, and assessments Identify opportunities where custom media and interactive content enhance learning outcomes Design and develop user-friendly, visually appealing, and responsive web assets Develop and maintain web templates and style guides to standardize content development Ensure content aligns with web accessibility standards and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles Collaborate with the Copyright Office to ensure copyright compliance Maintain awareness of emerging trends in user-centered design, UX, web development, and media production Adhere to Bow Valley College policies, procedures, and guidelines




Course Preparation in the Learning Management System - 5%


Prepare and maintain course master shells in Brightspace (D2L) Create and deploy learning objects and content pages within D2L Organize course layouts for clear learning flow and logical module structure




D2L & Microsoft Teams Training and Support - 5%


Troubleshoot issues in existing courses related to system updates or post-deployment changes Provide training and support to faculty and SMEs on Brightspace (D2L) and Microsoft Teams Recommend alternative solutions when platform limitations affect learning objectives




Minimum Qualifications


Diploma in a related field 1-3 years of directly related experience Intermediate to advanced skills in responsive web design, including hand-coding and troubleshooting

HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

High intermediate to advanced proficiency with

Adobe Creative Suite

, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Dreamweaver (or equivalent tools) Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills Experience working collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Learning Management Systems (D2L preferred) An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Portfolio demonstrating relevant work is required

Preferred Qualifications


Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design, online and distance learning, and educational technology Strong understanding of UX design, web and graphic design principles, and accessibility best practices Knowledge of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Advanced experience managing content in Brightspace (D2L) Advanced experience using Microsoft Teams for collaboration and online instruction Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects Ability to work independently and collaboratively Experience in Unity AR/VR an asset Experience in video editing and Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects software an asset Knowledge of Bow Valley College policies and procedures




This opening is a temporary AUPE position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.

Closing Date: January 23, 2026

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.