Associate Academic Designer

Make an Impact!
At McGraw Hill we create best-in-class, next-generation learning platforms that are used by millions of students and educators worldwide from kindergarten through graduate school. Our goal is to accelerate student success through intuitive and effective learning tools and content that maximize a teacher's time and a student's learning experience. We do all of this in a supportive, collaborative environment where you can grow your career in a way that fits into your life.

How can you make an impact?
McGraw Hill, the leading provider of digital and print educational resources, is looking for an Associate Academic Designer, K-5 Science. The Associate Academic Designer helps to assemble high-quality instructional materials based on specific product requirements for programs.

This is a remote position open to applicants authorized to work for any employer within the United States. This is a Project Status Worker (PSW) role with an end date of 4/30/2027.

What you will be doing:

• Participating in the planning and development of content for science instructional materials, delivered both in digital and print formats
• Implementing and reviewing guidelines written by others; understanding and following established processes and workflows
• Creating content with peer review and intermediate checks to ensure writing is on target
• Writing specifications for photo research, illustrations and technical art
• Creating and reviewing simple prototypes and other content with guidance from more senior team members
• Preparing materials for freelancers or vendors with guidance from more senior team members; reviewing work submitted by vendors
• Identifying inconsistencies, errors, problems, or inefficiencies and bringing potential ideas for solutions
• Following approved workflows at all stages and meeting all intermediate and final schedules
• Demonstrating effective organizational and excellent time management skills; the ability to prioritize, multitask, and exhibit flexibility to rapidly changing priorities and demands in an Agile work environment
• Staying up to date on emerging educational/curriculum trends, educational technology, and research

We're looking for someone with:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in elementary education, English, or related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, which include a thorough command of the English language, spelling, writing, and grammar and a strong attention to detail
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and on-time delivery
• Ability to create and visualize content for various delivery formats and classroom settings
• Highly organized, goal-oriented, and collaborative
• Open to receiving coaching and implementing feedback
• Effective organizational and time management skills; productive, efficient work habits and the ability to prioritize, multitask, and exhibit flexibility
• Diverse computer skills, expert-level in MS Office suite, proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and Smartsheet

Why work for us?
The work you do at McGraw Hill will be work that matters. We are collectively designing content that will build the future of education. Play your part and experience a sense of fulfilment that will inspire you to even greater heights.

The pay range for this position is between $41,230 - $54,000 annually. However, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Additionally, a full range of medical and/or other benefits may be provided, depending on the position offered. Click here to learn more about our benefit offerings.

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