Digital Content Developer - 6 month Contract Opportunity
Nelson Education LTD, Canada

The Company

As the largest Canadian-owned and operated K-12 publisher, Nelson Education Ltd. is Canada's only heritage education content provider, known for its innovative products and solutions catering to learners across the country.

Nelson is on a mission to make learning accessible, engaging, and effective for all. That's why Nelson continuously strives to create dynamic curriculum-aligned content that caters to diverse learning styles, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and life-long learning.

In response to the evolving education landscape, Nelson developed Edwin, a digital learning ecosystem. Edwin is a learning platform for classroom success, providing curriculum-linked content, engaging tools and unparalleled support to reach every student.

Nelson is redefining education and making a positive impact on the way knowledge is acquired and shared by creating the possible, one learner at a time.

The Position

We are seeking an experienced Digital Content Developer (‘DCD’) to join our team. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in HTML and a good understanding of JavaScript, along with proficiency is Adobe Illustrator, Premiere and Photoshop. The primary responsibility of this role is to develop HTML web content and multimedia, utilizing tools such as HTML editors, Adobe Creative Suite, Active Presenter, Audacity, and Smartsheet. The Digital Content Developer will also need to understand accessibility principles and effectively communicate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and project managers.

As a member of the content development and production team, you will help drive the planning, creation, and production of content for Nelson’s digital education platform. As we continue to move beyond books, you will use your technical skills and design knowledge to create attractive and engaging content.

This close-knit group works collaboratively in a fast-paced environment where priorities and projects need to be juggled, assessed, and reviewed to achieve maximum efficiency. Working with the publishers, editors, interactive team, and project managers, you will ensure that the digital and interactive products meet the company’s quality standards. The position requires knowledge of HTML and web design, the ability to create simple line art, videos, and interactive content, high attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work with technical and non-technical staff. Experience creating videos and interactive content is an asset. Key to success in this position is the ability to work well under pressure, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a technical and quick-changing environment.

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Requirements

Requirements

• Develop engaging Digital Content and multimedia using HTML, JavaScript, and other relevant technologies.
• Utilize Adobe Illustrator, Premiere, and Photoshop to create visually appealing graphic, videos, and animations.
• Follow established style guides and maintain consistency in design and messaging.
• Manage the conversion of existing manuscript and previously published content into HTML, that is accessible, appealing, and engaging.
• Collaborate with SMEs and project managers to gather requirements and ensure content meets the desired objectives.
• Use existing interactive templates, software, and components to create and edit videos, including using text to speech.
• Contribute to the conceptualization of dynamic and engaging content.
• Understand and follow guidelines for accessibility, web compatibility, and rights and permissions, as well as file preparation requirements.
• Ensure the developed content complies with accessibility guidelines and best practices.
• Consider issues such as heading levels, color contrast, alt text, and other accessibility features during content creation.
• Create simple line art to digital specifications.
• Use project management tools to track progress, manage tasks, and meet project deadlines.
• Maintain organized files and work assignments to ensure efficient workflow and easy access to digital assets.
• Stay updated with latest trends and technologies in digital content development and implement them where appropriate.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather feedback, make improvements, and iterate content based on user needs.
• Problem solve/troubleshoot issues throughout production.
• Prepare QA of products and assets.
• Support and maintain product post-live.

Education and Technical Skills

• Post-secondary degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience in HTML, HTML validation rules and a good understanding of Java Script.
• Prof

Job Rewards and Benefits