Sr Manager, Curriculum Product Innovation

Stride, Inc.

87d • $77,694 - $105,253

About The Position

The Senior Manager of Curriculum Product Innovation (Visual-First Instruction) leads the strategy, design, and implementation of scalable, high-quality instructional experiences for K–12 learners. This role specializes in video-first teaching methodologies, scriptwriting, and production best practices to deliver engaging, standards-aligned curriculum content at scale. The Senior Manager oversees a team of 4–5 direct reports and contractors, collaborating closely with curriculum architects, product teams, and media production partners to drive innovation, operational excellence, and measurable learner impact.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in curriculum development, educational media production, and/or educational content innovation, with at least 3–5 years managing teams or production pipelines.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred in Education, Media Production, Instructional Design, or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in K–12 instructional design, video pedagogy, and/or educational media.
• Proven experience leading large-scale video production efforts, including scriptwriting and instructional storytelling.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG), closed captioning, and inclusive design principles.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with virtual or blended K–12 education models.
• Proficiency in scripting and storyboarding tools (e.g., Celtx, WriterDuet, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Experience integrating video into LMS platforms (e.g., Canvas, Brightspace) and learning technologies.
• Knowledge of AI-assisted video generation, animation, or rapid production tools.
• Background in instructional coaching, teaching, or educational leadership.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the video-first instructional strategy across K–12 subjects and programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and instructional best practices.
• Identify and integrate emerging trends in educational video design, pedagogy, and technology to inform product direction.
• Build frameworks for scaling video content production while maintaining instructional integrity and quality.
• Oversee the design and production of scripted, teacher-led, and student-facing video content that supports diverse learning modalities and accessibility standards.
• Partner with curriculum and product teams to integrate video seamlessly into courses, ensuring coherence between video lessons, assessments, and instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain style guides, templates, and workflows for script development, storyboarding, and production to support high-volume output.
• Manage production pipelines from concept to delivery, including timelines, quality assurance, and coordination with internal teams and external vendors.
• Define and track KPIs for production efficiency, quality, and learner engagement.
• Leverage data and feedback loops to continuously refine design and production practices.
• Partner with curriculum developers, instructional designers, subject matter experts, and research teams to ensure academic rigor and standards alignment.
• Work with marketing and platform teams to optimize video placement and learner experience across products.
• Provide thought leadership on how video and other engaging technologies can transform instructional delivery and drive learner outcomes.
• Supervise and mentor 4–5 direct reports and contractors, fostering a high-performance culture grounded in innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Build team capacity in scriptwriting, video pedagogy, and production management through coaching and professional development.
• Serve as a strategic partner to senior leadership, representing the video innovation function internally and externally.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Retirement contributions
• Paid time off
• Eligible employees may receive a bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees