Myticas's direct client based in the greater Chicago region is currently seeking a Digital Enablement Specialist for a remote contract position.
Job Description:
The Digital Engagement Specialist is responsible for the planning, creation, execution, and deployment of digital engagement programs for the People Strategy initiatives and learning and development. We are seeking a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses exceptional attention to detail. As a multitasker, you will be responsible for crafting impactful concepts that resonate with target audiences. Your work includes content creation, maintenance, and communications across multiple initiatives.
Job Responsibilities:
- Create and execute learning and development content strategies to support strategic learning and development initiatives extending across the BTS workforce (employees and contractors).
- Use performance metrics and analytics to inform creative decisions, content development and improved engagement with a target audience.
- Manage ongoing L&D information builds utilizing best practices to drive increased engagement and strategy adoption.
- Responsible for creation and development of L&D content, including newsletter, in-house production, script development and storyboards.
- Design and develop visually engaging communications, interactive content, and digital experiences using PowerPoint, Articulate, Storyline, Canva, MS SharePoint sites, and other relevant tools.
- Collaborate with our team to align content with our objectives and pand guidelines.
- Researches, creates, and edits online materials; creates graphics, layout, and design of new web materials; trains employees on use of CHES websites; monitors and reports on website usage and statistics.
- Incorporate multimedia elements, animations, and interactivity to enhance audience engagement, comprehension, and learning outcomes.
- Market available training opportunities to the audience and providing the necessary information via LXP, LMS, MS SharePoint.
- Present and distribute communications to target audiences.
- Consults with project managers to assess impacts of project scope and implications throughout project timelines, including development of strategies, readiness assessments, development of training and communications.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other team members within the department and throughout the organization to assist in the growth of programs and company initiatives.
- Plan and schedule L&D communications in advance to ensure timely delivery.
- Transform complex concepts and ideas into clear, concise, and impactful visual narratives for presentations and digital content.
- Utilize best practices in digital storytelling and visual communication to ensure clarity and effectiveness of training content, newsletter, and training materials.
Other Duties as Assigned
- Performs miscellaneous administrative duties in support of L&D objectives.
- Assumes additional projects and responsibilities in response to emerging issues.
Required Experience & Technical Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Fine Arts, or a related field.
- 5+ years of relevant communications and/or creative experience, training, or related field.
- Previous experience in writing and editing marketing content.
- Proven expertise in web and digital content creation, including video production, graphics design, and creative abilities.
- Experience using and maintaining internal communication tools is a plus.
- Familiarity with the following tools required: Adobe Creative Suite, LMS/LXP, Articulate, Storyline, Canva, and Microsoft Office suite including SharePoint sites, Stream, and Teams.
- Thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of design and user experience, including skill to design in an appealing, lively, and relevant way.
- Thorough understanding of technical language and requirements of the assigned work.
- Skilled in developing SharePoint sites and Learning Communications that align with organizational goals, incorporating clear and accurate content while maintaining a visually appealing and user-friendly design.
- Proficiency in using SharePoint News and other features that shows a strong understanding of design principles and techniques.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple due dates, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work with a high level of independence, innovation, and initiative with the willingness to implement new technologies and applications.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to complete assignments accurately and on time with a high attention to detail amidst frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.
- Strong writing and editing skills with a keen eye for detail and grammar.
- Creative thinking and the ability to generate engaging content ideas.