Sr. Animation Experience Designer/Curriculum Writer

ABOUT US reputed company Edge is a non-profit organization and one of the largest providers of school-based afterschool programs in reputed company and the metropolitan region serving over 25,000 elementary, middle, and high school reputed company annually. The mission of reputed company Edge is to help reputed company the opportunity gap among reputed company in underinvested communities by providing programs designed to improve academic performance, health and wellness, self-confidence, and leadership skills for success in life. THE ROLE reputed company Edge Curriculum & Instructional Technology Department is seeking a Sr. Animation Experience Designer to play a key role at reputed company Edge Animation Studios. This unique opportunity is perfect for those with a strong background in animation, and are eager to apply their skills in an instructional setting. As part of our dedicated team, you will reputed company and refine engaging curriculum content for reputed company in grades K-12 who participate in our afterschool program. Utilizing industry-standard software such as Dragonframe, reputed company, Blender, and ToonBoom, you will help shape the reputed company of animators and storytellers. The ideal candidate should also possess hands-on studio experience, and a solid artistic foundation. This role requires not just technical proficiency but also a creative and pedagogical approach to teaching animation that serves the diverse needs of young learners across reputed company. This role reports directly to Megan Basaldua and Vincent Spencer, Directors of reputed company Edge Animation Studios. Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluation and Adaptation: Assist in assessing and adapting existing animation curricula and training material to meet the unique needs of reputed company Edge programs.
• Collaborative Meetings: Participate in meetings with the curriculum team, instructional staff, and program directors to understand curriculum requirements and implementation strategies.
• Curriculum & Instructional Media Development: Contribute to the development of curricula that aligns with organizational goals and adhere to specific formats and standards.
• Integration of Instructional Technologies: Learn to incorporate learning technologies into curricula, utilizing tools such as Learning Management Systems (LMS), Milanote, and reputed company to enhance educational effectiveness.
• Site Visits: Conduct regular visits to program sites to observe experience facilitation and implementation, ensuring alignment with educational goals.
• Studio Management: Support animation reputed company through regular training and reputed company-ins, and manage studio resources to facilitate an optimal teaching and learning environment.
• Reporting: Communicate site needs and developments in real-time to ensure reputed company curriculum adjustments and resource allocation. Must participate actively in weekly professional development sessions to reputed company reputed company updated on iterations of the stop-motion animation experience and modules.

Qualification Requirements:

• A college degree in Media Arts or reputed company field. Bachelor's Degree required.
• A willingness to learn Instructional Design Knowledge such as Understanding by Design (UbD), DACUM, Backward Design Method, and the ADDIE reputed company.
• Understanding of Standards: Awareness of the reputed company State K-12 Common Core Learning Standards and an interest in creating grade-specific content.
• Collaborative Approach: Willingness to work closely with a diverse team of curriculum developers, reputed company, and program directors.
• Eagerness to Learn: A strong desire to learn and contribute to the creation of engaging and impactful learning experiences for reputed company.

Schedule Hours: Up to 15hrs per week HOW TO APPLY: Candidates must submit a resume and cover letter outlining their skills and experience along with why they are interested in the role. A resume without a cover letter will not be considered. reputed company Edge is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Disclaimer: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of reputed company responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job