Job Description

The Teaching and Learning Centre requires the services of an Instructional Multimedia Specialist with excellent communication skills who will work closely with our team, faculty members and instructional staff from all faculties and other staff in teaching-adjacent roles.Reporting to the Manager of the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC), the Instructional Multimedia Specialist will work with course instructors (full-time faculty, part-time faculty, sessional instructors, lab instructors, clinical nursing instructors, practicum advisors, and other instructional staff) to support the design, development, and delivery of excellent instructional multimedia learning materials for credit-bearing courses at the University of Prince Edward Island. The Instructional Multimedia Specialist will also work with colleagues to help develop the digital literacies of instructors.The successful candidate will have the right blend of technical expertise, educational experience and people skills required to provide the best support possible to UPEI faculty and staff.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create and support the creation and use of multimedia learning materials
• Collaborate with instructional designers to ensure that content provided by the instructor/subject matter expert is interpreted, shaped, and translated into multimedia that provide an effective learning experience
• Combine technical knowledge of multimedia tools and techniques with visual design and interaction design skills
• Apply adult learning principles and evidence-based teaching practices
• and multiple delivery strategies to the development of multimedia
• course materials, (e.g., in-person, online - synchronous and
• asynchronous, hybrid/blended learning)
• media in post-secondary instruction and available media design
• capabilities
• Plan and conduct training for instructors regarding the effective use of
• Share best practices for optimal user experience and accessibility, to ensure that the use of multimedia is effective for all learners
• Act ethically, openly, honestly, and respectfully to build and maintain an environment of trust, safety, and well-being
• Build relationships with colleagues in offices and departments all over campus to determine the gaps in multimedia resources and use this knowledge to offer workshops and other support pieces as needed
• Undertake other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in the area of multimedia design or film studies
• A minimum of five years' experience working in a multimedia environment, preferably within a university or college setting
• Equivalent education and/or experience will be considered.
• Must be able to work in a team environment, independently as required, and multitask on a variety of duties and projects
• Strong communication skills, especially for written/content creation, with the ability to convey complex information clearly
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Demonstrable attention to detail and accuracy is required
• Experience with video production, audio production, animation, graphic design, and screen recording processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Adobe Creative Suite are required
• Experience with learning management systems such as Moodle, Google Apps, Pressbooks, and social media would be an asset
• Strong digital literacy skills
• Strong visual design skills
• Strong storyboarding skills
• Demonstrated capability to record surgical and medical procedures would be an asset

Application Instructions:Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, . Applications will not be accepted via email.Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.Note that this site is not compatible with some mobile browsers (e.g. iPad, iPhone). Upon successful submission of your application, you will receive an auto-reply to your email address advising your application has been received. If you do not receive an email, please check your spam folder and/or try submitting your application via a different web browser (Google Chrome, Firefox, etc).

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