E-Learning and Animation Specialist II

Job Description

EnCompass LLC is seeking an E-Learning and Animation Specialist II. The E-Learning and Animation Specialist II will provide innovative approaches to design course platforms, e-learning courses, animated videos, and other learning products for diverse clients. The E-Learning and Animation Specialist II can work virtually with occasional travel to Rockville, Maryland.

In this role you will work with a diverse team of instructional designers, subject matter experts, video production leads, animators, and graphic designers to plan and develop professional-standard interactive learning materials using a range of authoring tools.

Essential functions:

• Work with instructional designer to conduct learning assessments including research, document reviews, telephone interviews, and focus groups
• Develop e-tools, e-learning courses, and videos according to provided storyboards and create your own as needed

• Create infographics, videos, audio voiceover, interactive simulation, creative text, and animated learning solutions

• Foster culture of blended and virtual learning with client and team
• Mentor team members on state-of-the-art virtual learning techniques and approaches
• Engage fully as a member of the EnCompass staff team, including participating in staff meetings and other EnCompass events

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Curriculum Design, Organizational Development, Communication, Instructional Design, International Development, or other related fields
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience designing and delivering e-learning programs for international audiences
• Membership of the E-Learning Guild or similar professional organization is desirable

Experience and Skills

• Extensive experience in e-learning design and development, multimedia production, LMS administration for multi-lingual and multi-cultural audiences
• Strong proficiency in Articulate Storyline 2 and/or Adobe Captivate, Camtasia, Adobe Premiere and InDesign, and LMS and CMS administration
• Strong experience in motion graphics animation (e.g., Vyond or other program) and proficiency in 2D or whiteboard animation highly desirable
• Deep understanding of e-learning standards (SCORM), accessibility guidelines (508), and can create e-learning modules to a specified brief
• Excellent visual design skills with an eye for page layout and graphical styles and are able to create images and graphics that support and enhance learning content. Strong experience using Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, or other software for graphics editing
• Knowledge of the principles of learning including adult learning and instructional design.
• Ability to work in an appreciative and collaborative environment
• Curious by nature; eager to self-learn new software and able to pick up new tech tools quickly
• Adept at identifying and framing problems, setting priorities, and making critical assessments
• Proven track record of managing training technology projects, including the management of voice talent, artists, and translators
• Demonstrated ability to create multi-lingual products
• Exceptional communication (verbal and written) skills
• Proven ability to understand the needs of an organization and identify creative solutions
• Committed to providing the highest level of service
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Able to confidently engage with staff at all levels to define needs and expectations, collaborate on projects, and communicate results
• Fluency in English required
• Experience in the field of international development, or working with multi-cultural environments preferable
• Fluency in language(s) other than English and experience working or living overseas preferable

Software Fluency

• Articulate Storyline and/or Adobe Captivate
• Vyond or alternative
• Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, or Camtasia
• Adobe Connect, Cisco WebEx and/or Zoom
• InDesign, Photoshop, and MS Suite
• Audacity, Adobe Audition and/or Logic Pro
• Cross Knowledge, Moodle and/or Cornerstone
• Office 365, Sharepoint, Teams
• HTML, HTML 5

How to Apply

Please submit CV, portfolio or work with at least three samples, and cover letter at https://encompassworld.com/work-with-us.

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.

About the Organization

EnCompass is a women-owned business offering innovative and customized solutions for leadership, capacity strengthening, technical assistance, and monitoring and evaluation. We have experience in more than 70 countries and a team of more than 100 staff and 1,200 experts around the globe.

We partner with government and multilateral agencies, nonprofit organizations, and corporations around the world, offering thought leadership, rich diversity, and technical expertise in global health, inclusive development, education, human rights, and food security.