Director of Learning Production

Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design•Lakewood, CO

4d•$95,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Learning Production provides strategic and operational leadership for digital learning at RMCAD, with a focus on the effective integration of educational technologies, instructional design excellence, and scalable academic programs and course development. This role is central to managing the Learning Management System (LMS), overseeing instructional design and multimedia production, and ensuring compliance with accreditation, accessibility, and quality standards. The Director drives innovation in learning design, expands course production capacity, manages budgets and resources, and cultivates a high-performing team. By aligning learning strategies with institutional goals and anticipating evolving learner needs, the Director champions excellence in digital learning and advances RMCAD’s position as a leader in creative education.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Learning Sciences, Educational Technology, Curriculum and Instruction, or related field; or academic qualifications enabling credentialing in an RMCAD department (Doctorate preferred).
At least 7 years of experience in instructional design, learning experience design, or educational technology (with 5+ focused on online/blended learning).
Minimum 3 years of leadership experience managing instructional design, curriculum development, or educational technology teams.
Significant online teaching experience (equivalent of at least 8 courses/24 credits) as primary instructor at the college/university level.
Proven expertise in instructional design models, learner-centered design, and quality assurance.
Demonstrated experience with at least two LMS platforms (Canvas preferred).
Experience managing budgets and resource allocation.
Strong background in multimedia and video content development, preferably in lab, studio, or technical course contexts.
Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and change management skills.
Commitment to accessibility, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement.
Ability to balance innovation with scalability and sustainability in course production.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision: Provide thought leadership and strategic direction for online, blended, and hybrid learning. Lead implementation of RMCAD’s online learning strategy and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Set and manage priorities for course development, aligning workflows and budgets with institutional goals. Serve on program development and launch teams to support new program/course planning and annual budget proposals. Evaluate the impact on student success, retention and learning outcomes of online learning initiatives using data-driven approaches. Monitor trends in instructional design, alternative credentials, and workforce-aligned education to inform institutional strategy.
Team Management & Development: Recruit, supervise, and evaluate learning design staff, SMEs, and multimedia professionals. Oversee workload management and production processes to ensure effective course production capacity. Provide professional development for Learning Experience Designers, Content Developers, and LMS staff. Train faculty and SMEs to support high-quality instructional design, learning production processes and efficiencies, and online teaching. Serve as an escalation point for Learning Development Managers and designers. Foster an inclusive, collaborative team culture that values creativity, accessibility, and innovation.
Instructional Design & Curriculum Oversight Direct new course and program development to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with accreditation standards. Will carry a Course Design load of ¼-⅓ until fully staffed. Establish and enforce instructional design standards, course mapping processes, reporting structures, and quality assurance practices. Oversee a structured course review and revision cycle (every 4 years) in coordination with the Program Review and Assessment Committee, academic division leadership, and executive leadership.. Develop SOPs for content management, copyright compliance, and intellectual property tracking. Collaborate with academic Deans and Chairs to ensure consistent learning outcomes and assessment metrics across modalities. Provide research- and evidence-based course and instructional to optimize student engagement and learning effectiveness.
Technology Integration & LMS Management: Provide long-term strategy and day-to-day management of the LMS, ensuring seamless user experiences for students and faculty. Oversee the LMS Administrator, ensuring course functionality, technical support, and copy-forward processes are effectively managed. Partner with IT and the LMS provider to maintain system performance and explore enhancements. Serve on IT governance committees, contributing to technology planning and decision-making. Research and implement innovative tools and technologies that enhance online learning.
Project Management (Learning & Development): Lead and oversee multiple concurrent course and program development projects from concept through delivery, ensuring alignment with academic calendars and institutional priorities. Implement and maintain standardized project management methodologies for L&D initiatives, ensuring consistent communication, documentation, and accountability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including Academic Affairs, IT, and Faculty—to define project scope, deliverables, and resource requirements. Anticipate and mitigate project risks, managing timelines, dependencies, and stakeholder expectations. Maintain agile, transparent workflows that balance creative flexibility with operational efficiency.
Project Tracking & Reporting: Develop and manage systems for tracking course development progress, revision cycles, and project deliverables across departments. Use dashboards and analytics tools to monitor production timelines, resource utilization, and performance metrics. Generate regular status reports and project summaries for institutional leadership, highlighting progress, challenges, and opportunities for process improvement. Analyze data to identify trends, forecast future needs, and inform resource planning and capacity building. Support data-driven decision-making by establishing benchmarks and KPIs for learning design productivity and impact.
Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensure all online courses meet RMCAD standards for learning outcomes, assessments, instructional design, and accessibility. Conduct compliance reviews for ADA best practices, WCAG standards, and institutional policies. Oversee copyright compliance, intellectual property management, and use of Creative Commons/fair use materials. Maintain rigorous QA processes to ensure engaging, inclusive, and accessible digital learning experiences.