WSP is initiating a search for a Full-Time Multimedia Instructional Designer for the FEMA Housing Inspection Services contract at our Winchester, VA, office.

Be involved in projects with our FEMA Housing Inspection Services (HIS) Team and join a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to contribute to our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!

Applying adult learning principles, the Multimedia Instructional Designer is responsible for multimedia and video production on a team dedicated to providing training content for on-call employee disaster inspectors. The Multimedia Instructional Designer reports to the Learning and Development Manager. 

The Multimedia Instructional Designer must be adaptable to a dynamic schedule, including the potential for evenings, weekends, and occasional overtime, particularly during disaster response situations. Limited travel may be required. The role involves a hybrid work model, which currently includes both in-office days in Winchester, VA and remote work. 

Multimedia Production

• Produce and manage content using Adobe Creative Cloud, including videos, graphics (web and print), eLearning modules, and job aids; 
• Coordinate across departments on multimedia development initiatives; 
• Mentor full-time and part-time Learning & Development staff on video and multimedia production best practices; and 
• Identify, manage and execute new associated technology.

Training Development 

• Write and edit eLearning course content, video scripts, assessments, and other instructional material;
• Design, develop, and test instructional materials, with a strong focus on overall quality of training content and user experience;
• Work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to ensure accuracy of the instructional content; and
• Collaborate with the L&D Manager, department leads, and SMEs to identify training needs.

Training Compliance and Administration

• Assist in administration of the learning management system (LMS);
• Provide support to users by identifying and resolving problems relating to the operation/function of software systems;
• Monitor and update project website and social media accounts;
• Contribute to website and marketing content;
• Adhere to and apply Quality Management System and client compliance requirements for inspector training products;
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes and systems;
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures; and
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Multimedia or Graphic Design, Video Production, Education, Instructional Design or related fields;
• Minimum two years of applicable experience or at least four years of comparable knowledge, skills and abilities;
• Proficiency in use of Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Audition, Premiere Pro, After Effects) and Office 365 software;
• Basic understanding of adult learning principles;
• Familiarity with web design, HTML5, CSS, Javascript a plus;
• Creative and self-motivated with strong attention to detail; 
• Demonstrated analytical, collaboration, and multi-tasking skills;
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with technical and non-technical audiences;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team under tight timeframes;
• Ability to operate within available budgets;
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with individuals at all levels in an organization;
• Portfolio of work to demonstrate proficiencies upon request; and
• Due to client requirements, US citizen is required for all positions. As a contractor to FEMA, we require all selected candidates to undergo a criminal background investigation and fingerprint analysis. Only candidates who rate favorably may be selected for employment. 

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