Developer, Curriculum

Title: Curriculum Developer

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervisor: Instructional Designer

Location: US-Fairfax or Remote

Department: Content Creation

Alt Work Eligibility: CWW-Y, Telework-Y, Remote-Y

Level: Staff

Starting base salary range is $60,000-$64,000. Individual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience. Full benefits are available and the position is eligible for the Staff level annual bonus program.

Who is AVIXA:

AVIXA is part association, part society; a mix of professionals from all over the globe who create those cool AV experiences you find in meetings, classes, and events in offices, airports, museums, sports arenas, theatres, concerts and more. AVIXA is a hub for all people and things AV and boasts more than 11,400 members and is a place where we can all share our love of technology, creative content, and communication at events around the world such as trade shows, or webinars, courses, networking, and other events. We are the industry leader when it comes to professional collaboration, information, and community, leading with necessary resources such as AV standards, certification, training, market intelligence, and thought leadership.

The AV industry is the community of manufacturers and myriad professionals that provide the tools and expertise necessary to convey ideas and enhance communication in virtually every human arena. Audiovisual systems and technologies are the building blocks that create memorable experiences and connect us to our world in every way imaginable. It’s the tremendous sound you hear at a concert, the amazing digital displays you see at a museum, the videoconferencing system you use at your office, the projected images you see at your corporate gatherings, the cool stuff in the huddle space that connects your devices to the big display, the technical wizardry that’s used in theme parks to amaze and delight you. That is all part of the AV industry. And we are looking for a talented and tech-minded Curriculum Developer to join our amazing industry.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• AVIXA is a global organization that celebrates diversity of thought, background, demographics, and experience. Learn more about us!
• The AV industry is truly inspiring, changing how people experience the world.
• We’re headquartered in Fairfax, VA but also have a widely distributed team. We recognize that talented people live all over the world.
• Our team likes to have fun and enjoy a good meal, even when we’re not together. We also expect everyone to have a strong opinion on whether a hot dog is a sandwich!
• Our values: Trust, Heart, Courage. No buzzwords here. We take these seriously and live them every day.
• Our people: you will be surrounded by some of the most talented, supportive, smart, and thoughtful leaders and teams.
• It’s not all about work: generous PTO and holiday time off, flexible working hours, option for a Compressed Work Week (i.e., 9/75 work week, or every other Friday off)
• The perks: AVIXA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401k plan with company matching, pet insurance, learning and career development opportunities, education assistance, and more!

Summary of Position:

Design and develop training and education programs for audiovisual industry curriculum by partnering with internal and external experts.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

• Create new course materials working with industry experts and other team members, and by researching technical documentation.
• Revise and edit current courses, including instructor-led classroom, instructor-led online, and online training.
• Build new courses in Learning Content Management System as required. Adhere to the LCMS business and system rules.
• Storyboard multimedia learning objects such as videos or animated/interactive art.
• Work with faculty and volunteer subject matter experts and learners to specify gaps, needs and desired outcomes.
• Write trainer’s notes, participant materials, and other documents.
• Create multimedia materials using presentation software, rapid-development tools, and image/audio processing software
• Analyze, write, and revise testing materials.
• Plan, schedule, and track projects, maintaining aggressive deadlines and communicate risks in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Instructional Design, Adult Learning, Education or equivalent strongly preferred; or commensurate professional experience and expertise.

Experience Level:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in curriculum development for adults.
• Please be prepared to show a portfolio of your work.

Technical Skills:

• Candidates experienced in developing adult skills training in a technical field are preferred.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
  • A demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise English.
• Working knowledge of Adobe CC products or similar graphics and curriculum development tools is required.
• Fluency with instructional design models and methodologies such as ADDIE.
• Knowledge and understanding of competency-based education best practices.
• Belief in and dedication to continuous professional improvement in the knowledge and skills of content development.
• Fluency in applying the principles of Adult Learning Theory, Bloom’s Taxonomy, and Learning Preferences.
• Highly proficient in time management, organization, planning, and prioritization.
• Experience with authoring and maintaining in a Learning Content Management System preferred.
• An interest in audiovisual technology and science preferred. CTS Certification an additional plus!

Travel: Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

This description describes the general duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not a complete list of duties and the employee may be required to take on additional duties and responsibilities as required by the needs of the association.

EEO Policy Statement: It is the policy of AVIXA to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons, and to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons in all jobs without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.”