Blended Learning Specialist/Educational Technologist

Job Description

Join the National University of Singapore (NUS) blended learning revolution – guide university instructors to leverage technology and transform education!
NUS is seeking several more passionate and creative individuals to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of learning. We are looking for talented individuals with a strong interest in leveraging technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

About the Role:

As a Blended Learning Specialist/Educational Technologist, you will work closely with university instructors and their teams of digital production assistants to develop pedagogically sound, engaging and impactful course lecture videos and/or other instructional materials. Your expertise in video production, digital design, and emerging technologies will be instrumental in creating high quality university course materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Blended Learning Projects: Collaborate with instructors, videographers, graphic designers, and other relevant stakeholders to plan and execute innovative blended learning projects
• Guide Instructional Design: Advise instructors on best practices in digital pedagogy, including: storyboarding & scripting, audio recording, video editing, creating engaging visuals & animations, subtitling & captioning, and incorporating interactive elements & multimedia
• Mentor and Supervise: Train, guide and support the digital production assistants (talented university students or staff) throughout the project lifecycle
• Stay Ahead of the Curve: Explore and implement innovative technologies and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning experiences

Qualifications

Essential Skills and Experiences

• A good degree from a reputable university
• Proficiency in video production workflows, including recording, editing, and post-production
• Proficiency in essential tools, such as PowerPoint (for creating content slides and basic animations) and Camtasia (for video recording and editing)
• Expertise in instructional design principles, multimedia learning, and blended learning best practices
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, students, and technical staff

Desirable Skills

• Experience with animation tools, such as Powtoon and Canva
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (Canvas)
• Experience with teaching at the university or lower schools

We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about education and possess a strong desire to contribute to a dynamic and innovative learning environment, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all of the listed criteria. We provide training and support to help you succeed in this role.

• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects that contribute to the future of higher education
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment