Instructional Media Designer I
University of North Carolina Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Instructional Media Designer I
Position Number:
007737
Vacancy Open To:
All Candidates
Working Title:
Instructional Media Designer I
Position Designation:
EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type:
Time Limited - Full-time
Months per Year:
12
Work Schedule:
8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday
Hours per week:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Division:
Academic Affairs
Department:
School of Professional Studies
Work Location:
Main Campus
Salary Range:
$75,321 - $79,000
Primary Purpose of Department The School of Professional Studies (SPS) reports to the Division of Academic Affairs under the leadership of the Associate Provost. The School of Professional Studies works collaboratively with departments, colleges, and academic support units to ensure integrated partnerships for enrollment growth, student success, and faculty effectiveness in teaching.
Primary Purpose of Position The primary purpose of the Instructional Media Designer I (IMD) is to design, maintain, and support engaging, effective, and accessible learning environments for faculty, students, and staff; as well as to create and maintain formal, informal, physical, and digital learning spaces that support effective and accessible teaching, learning, and research. To that end, the primary purpose of the IMD I position is to develop custom instructional products for use in synchronous, asynchronous, and bi‑chronous distance education courses at UNC Charlotte which includes instructional content, media, and eLearning, as well as to advise with support from colleagues on the best practices for online instruction and increase the effectiveness and efficient use of digital content in distance education courses.
Summary of Position Responsibilities The Instructional Media Designer I position supports course design and redesign by creating instructional resources, including digital learning activities, eLearning modules, and instructional media assets. Responsibilities include basic video editing, development of interactive content using tools such as Articulate Rise and Storyline, and contributing to project workflows and production schedules. The role also provides faculty support through consultations, training materials, and guidance on instructional technologies and media integration. In addition, the Instructional Media Designer I contributes to quality assurance, accessibility, and continuous improvement of instructional materials and digital learning processes.
Minimum Education/Experience
Requires a minimum of a Master's Degree in Instructional Systems Technology, Instructional Design & Technology, Learning Design & Technology, or a comparable field
Must have at least 1 year of related experience in a comparable role in Instructional Design & Technology
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Experience providing support to faculty, trainers, or curriculum developers is desired.
Experience in consultative roles for instructional design and eLearning development.
Documented eLearning development experience
Experience in a higher educational setting.
Attention to detail
Special Notes to Applicants
This is a full-time, time-limited position that ends two years after the start date
Please provide two references, including at least one from a current or former supervisor.
Upon successful completion of training and at the direction of leadership, the position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, which includes a combination of on‑site and remote work in accordance with departmental needs and university telework policies.
The selected candidate must reside within 100 miles of campus prior to the start of employment.
The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
Benefits information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
This position may be eligible for telework upon completion of training, subject to leadership approval and in accordance with the university's currently approved telework plan.
Posting Dates Posting Open Date:
02/17/2026
Posting Close Date:
03/01/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Proposed Hire Date:
04/06/2026
Appointment End Date:
04/30/2028
Posting Specific Questions
How did you hear about this employment opportunity? UNC Charlotte Website
HERC Job Board
Inside Higher Education
Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
Another Website
Agency Referral
Advertisement/Publication
Personal Referral
Other
Where did you learn about this posting? (Open Ended Question)
Do you have a masters degree in Instructional Systems Technology, Instructional Design and Technology, Learning Design and Technology, Teaching/Learning or a closely related field? Yes
No
Do you have at least 1 year of related experience in a comparable role in Instructional Design & Technology? Yes
No
Do you have experience providing support to faculty, trainers, or curriculum developers? Please explain: (Open Ended Question)
Do you have experience in consultative roles for instructional design and eLearning development? Please explain: (Open Ended Question)
Do you have experience working in Higher Education? Yes
No
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information for References
Optional Documents
#J-18808-Ljbffr
007737
Vacancy Open To:
All Candidates
Working Title:
Instructional Media Designer I
Position Designation:
EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type:
Time Limited - Full-time
Months per Year:
12
Work Schedule:
8:00 am - 4:30 pm; Monday - Friday
Hours per week:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Division:
Academic Affairs
Department:
School of Professional Studies
Work Location:
Main Campus
Salary Range:
$75,321 - $79,000
Primary Purpose of Department The School of Professional Studies (SPS) reports to the Division of Academic Affairs under the leadership of the Associate Provost. The School of Professional Studies works collaboratively with departments, colleges, and academic support units to ensure integrated partnerships for enrollment growth, student success, and faculty effectiveness in teaching.
Primary Purpose of Position The primary purpose of the Instructional Media Designer I (IMD) is to design, maintain, and support engaging, effective, and accessible learning environments for faculty, students, and staff; as well as to create and maintain formal, informal, physical, and digital learning spaces that support effective and accessible teaching, learning, and research. To that end, the primary purpose of the IMD I position is to develop custom instructional products for use in synchronous, asynchronous, and bi‑chronous distance education courses at UNC Charlotte which includes instructional content, media, and eLearning, as well as to advise with support from colleagues on the best practices for online instruction and increase the effectiveness and efficient use of digital content in distance education courses.
Summary of Position Responsibilities The Instructional Media Designer I position supports course design and redesign by creating instructional resources, including digital learning activities, eLearning modules, and instructional media assets. Responsibilities include basic video editing, development of interactive content using tools such as Articulate Rise and Storyline, and contributing to project workflows and production schedules. The role also provides faculty support through consultations, training materials, and guidance on instructional technologies and media integration. In addition, the Instructional Media Designer I contributes to quality assurance, accessibility, and continuous improvement of instructional materials and digital learning processes.
Minimum Education/Experience
Requires a minimum of a Master's Degree in Instructional Systems Technology, Instructional Design & Technology, Learning Design & Technology, or a comparable field
Must have at least 1 year of related experience in a comparable role in Instructional Design & Technology
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Experience providing support to faculty, trainers, or curriculum developers is desired.
Experience in consultative roles for instructional design and eLearning development.
Documented eLearning development experience
Experience in a higher educational setting.
Attention to detail
Special Notes to Applicants
This is a full-time, time-limited position that ends two years after the start date
Please provide two references, including at least one from a current or former supervisor.
Upon successful completion of training and at the direction of leadership, the position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, which includes a combination of on‑site and remote work in accordance with departmental needs and university telework policies.
The selected candidate must reside within 100 miles of campus prior to the start of employment.
The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
Benefits information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
This position may be eligible for telework upon completion of training, subject to leadership approval and in accordance with the university's currently approved telework plan.
Posting Dates Posting Open Date:
02/17/2026
Posting Close Date:
03/01/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Proposed Hire Date:
04/06/2026
Appointment End Date:
04/30/2028
Posting Specific Questions
How did you hear about this employment opportunity? UNC Charlotte Website
HERC Job Board
Inside Higher Education
Circa (formerly known as Local JobNetwork)
Another Website
Agency Referral
Advertisement/Publication
Personal Referral
Other
Where did you learn about this posting? (Open Ended Question)
Do you have a masters degree in Instructional Systems Technology, Instructional Design and Technology, Learning Design and Technology, Teaching/Learning or a closely related field? Yes
No
Do you have at least 1 year of related experience in a comparable role in Instructional Design & Technology? Yes
No
Do you have experience providing support to faculty, trainers, or curriculum developers? Please explain: (Open Ended Question)
Do you have experience in consultative roles for instructional design and eLearning development? Please explain: (Open Ended Question)
Do you have experience working in Higher Education? Yes
No
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information for References
Optional Documents
#J-18808-Ljbffr