Instructional Designer

Penn State University • Spring Township, PA

33d • $51,000 - $74,000

About The Position

Penn State Berks is seeking applications to fill an Instructional Designer position. The position will be supporting faculty instructional design needs at the Penn State Berks campus.

Requirements

• Strong collaboration and consulting skills with faculty and staff.
• Expertise in multimedia development tools such as Articulate Storyline, Adobe Captivate, Photoshop, Premiere, Camtasia, and/or Kaltura Mediaspace.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (Canvas preferred).
• Technical and pedagogical proficiency in creating e-learning content.
• Basic HTML knowledge and an understanding of graphic design principles.
• Experience with photography and multimedia production.
• Solid grasp of instructional design best practices for online, hybrid, and synchronous learning environments.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to supervise student workers when needed.
• Experience with accessibility standards and tools.
• Creative problem-solving and a passion for innovative teaching solutions.
• Master's Degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Partner with faculty to design and enhance courses using effective learning strategies, multimedia, and educational technologies.
• Ensure compliance with accessibility standards and copyright guidelines.
• Provide one-on-one consultations and faculty support for instructional technologies and pedagogical best practices.
• Organize and lead professional development sessions and onboard new faculty on instructional tools.
• Research and recommend new instructional technologies, tools, and instructional approaches, including accessibility tools.
• Serve as a liaison with university-wide teaching and learning initiatives.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees