[Remote] Media Designer (Part-Time, Temporary)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Strategic Education, Inc. is looking for a Media Designer to join their Sophia Media Team. The role involves providing motion-based design work for course development projects, collaborating with various teams to ensure effective visual communications, and delivering high-quality media for educational content.ResponsibilitiesConcept development & design – This position is responsible for developing, organizing and delivering media for new and reworked Sophia courses. As part of the Media Team, this position works extensively with the rest of the Academic Team to ensure the content is clear, intuitive, meets learning objectives and provides an outstanding learning experienceRelationship management – As a member of the Media Team, the Media Designer is responsible for working collaboratively with the Media Manager, other Media Designers, Instructional Designers, Course Producers, Subject Matter Experts (SME’s), Project Managers, Web Developers and other stakeholders, to strengthen existing relationships and to build additional relationships as opportunities ariseArt Direction / Vendor Management – The Media Designer will have a firm grasp of the Sophia Media styles, and be comfortable setting direction for new projects if requested. The Media Designer may also facilitate direction and collaboration with offshore design vendors on project specific initiatives when neededProcess improvement and compliance – The Media Designer executes using established processes and standards to ensure timely delivery of best-in-class content. The Designer actively participates in the ongoing development of standards, processes, creative excellence, and innovation within the Media Team. The Designer also ensures all materials meet visual and usability standards established by regulatory, accreditation, and other external authoritiesMedia Team enrichment and innovation – The Media Designer brings new knowledge and ideas to the Media Team through networking, monitoring trends and emergent best practices, and participating in professional development opportunitiesNimble and efficient – The Media Designer remains calm, focused, and detail-oriented in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment, efficiently juggling projects simultaneouslySkillsProficient in the Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, After-Effects, Premiere and AuditionHighly experienced motion designer in After-Effects, using essential graphics, creating templates and setting expressionsStrong understanding of AI tools & capabilities for generation and workflowsBasic knowledge of markup, HTML, CSS and JavascriptSelf-organized and able to manage multiple project deadlines and production schedules within our project management toolsStrong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layoutExperience in ensuring the best use of proprietary photography, including both the brand aesthetic and purpose-specific fitAble to present, execute, implement, train, and manage established and emerging best practicesQuick study – ability to absorb information and feedback quickly and apply to new projectsStays current on latest best practices, including new AI-assisted creative workflows, design trends, and productivity tools5+ years experience creating targeted, market-specific materials including motion graphics, video work, digital media presentations, and e-communicationsBachelor's Degree or equivalent work experienceApplicants must be authorized to work in the United StatesRegular, dependable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this roleEffectively communicate, both up and down the management chainEffectively cope with stressful situationsStrong mental acuityPreferred industry experience in an educational, agency, or corporate settingBenefitsSEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week.In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts.Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.Company OverviewStrategic Education Inc. (NASDAQ: STRA) is dedicated to enabling economic mobility with education. It was founded in 2018, and is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is https://www.strategiceducation.com/home/default.aspx.