Digital Designer II - LED FastStart

The Digital Designer (II) will be responsible for assisting the development of interactive training modules including eLearning, Simulations, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and other mixed reality platforms. Working with team members, the candidate will develop storyboards, prototypes, and establish guidelines for projects by authoring effective copy, audio, and video scripts that breakdown complex processes into engaging, interactive exercises and practice experiences.
The ideal candidate will have a knowledge of learning theories, previous working experience in training development, and a design focused on heavy gamification methodology as well as a curious and investigative nature to apply new principles to training and exceed client expectations. Reports to AI and Digital Production Director.
Louisiana Economic Development and LED FastStart, a single-source, workforce solutions provider, is building a world-class team to support Louisiana’s overall workforce ecosystem. LED FastStart’s primary focus is to assist new and expanding companies in recruitment, training, and sustaining each company’s workforce pipeline. We work with each company to develop and deliver customized training programs to align with their workforce needs. Working with Louisiana’s higher education partners, we also develop innovative programs designed to support high-priority industries in Louisiana.

College: LCTCS

Department: FastStart

Sub department: Creative Solutions

Type of Appointment: Full time - Regular

Salary: Will be commensurate with both education and experience

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with storyboarding and creating prototypes
• Collaborate with clients and subject matter experts
• Apply effective written and oral communication skills
• Research and advise on delivery platforms
• Create visually engaging and immersive experiences
• Develop interactive content for eLearning modules using tools, such as Captivate and Articulate in various LMSs
• Develop assessments, tests, or quizzes, to measure the effectiveness of the course
• Manage multiple projects of varying complexities and delivery methods
• Meet deadlines while working well under pressure
• Other duties as assigned

Required Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field OR three years of relevant work experience.

Required Experience:

• At least 3 years’ of relevant work experience OR a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong visual gamification learning methodology knowledge base, understanding of authoring tools, such as Captivate and Articulate, excellent research and analytical skills when working with client processes, experience in virtual and augmented reality as training platforms, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to multi-task and coordinate activities to ensure timely delivery of work product.
• Ability to travel and drive own or other vehicle to various locations as needed.
• Ability to carry up to 20 pounds on an as needed basis.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with web-based products, motion graphics, AR/VR, interactive design, or programming skills for training materials is desired.

Benefits: As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, LCTCS has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted and position will remain open until filled.

Application Instructions: Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter that addresses the outlined responsibilities, a resume, a portfolio and the names and contact information for three professional/work-related references. *If selected, applicant will be asked to provide a certified copy of transcript prior to employment start date if it is needed to qualify for the position.

In accordance with LCTCS Policy #6.036, a criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires. LCTCS participates in the federal E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes. LCTCS is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information about the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, visit www.lctcs.edu. LCTCS is in partnership with Louisiana Economic Development FastStart.