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Instructional Designer, Online Development

Utah Staffing, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193

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Instructional Designer, Online Development

The Instructional Designer of the University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business Online Development will work closely with faculty and staff to update and improve online and hybrid courses. The incumbent will promote the use of technology-based resources in learning and teaching and provide consultation, instruction, and assistance to faculty, students, and staff related to the editing, design, production, quality assurance, and instructional technology of curriculum development. Responsibilities include: Consulting with faculty and staff to design and improve courses based on learning goals, pedagogical best practices, and student needs Collaborating with faculty in outlining, organizing, and storyboarding content for online and hybrid formats Managing instructional design projects and initiatives, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery Supporting faculty in creating clear, measurable learning objectives aligned with assessments and desired course outcomes Developing course structures, instructional strategies, and learning activities that enhance engagement, retention, and the achievement of learning objectives Applying instructional design models and learning theories to support effective course development Designing and developing instructional materials using Canvas and other instructional tools Ensuring content accessibility and inclusivity by applying WCAG standards and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles Supporting course evaluation and continuous improvement through the use of surveys and learner feedback Delivering training on instructional design practices, course development tools, and digital pedagogy Staying current with trends in pedagogy, instructional design, and educational technologies to inform design decisions Contributing to the success of the Eccles School by demonstrating professionalism, enthusiasm, and competency in both written and face-to-face communication Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in Instructional Technology or related field, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two to four years of experience in instructional technology, preferably in an online education environment is required. Knowledge of learning theory with the ability to apply the theory into practice; excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills; familiarity with a variety of software, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Office, and DVD Authoring tools; strong editing skills; and the ability to work both individually and in a team setting are also required. A master's degree in a related field may be preferred. Preferences include demonstrated experience in the field of online distance education in an academic setting, the ability to manage projects to successful deadline-oriented completion, the ability to work well in a team environment, and expertise in instructional design and online learning to provide feedback and support to faculty at every stage of course development.