Miva Open University is a Pan-African Open Distance e-Learning University that is committed to enabling learners reach their maximum potential by delivering top-tier tertiary education services through the use of high-quality content and immersive practical experiences.
Overall Function
- As the Graphics Designer, you will play a pivotal role in creating visually compelling educational materials that engage and inspire learners.
- You will collaborate with a dynamic team of educators, content developers, and technology experts to design graphics and visuals that enhance the learning experience.
Role and Responsibilities
- Create visually appealing graphics, illustrations, infographics, and layout designs for a wide range of educational materials, including online courses, textbooks, presentations, and marketing collateral.
- Collaborate with instructional designers and educators to understand educational goals and transform complex concepts into visually accessible and engaging content.
- Maintain and implement brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all educational materials, including web-based platforms, applications, and print materials.
- Incorporate multimedia elements such as animations, videos, and interactive graphics to enhance the learning experience.
- Design and format text content, ensuring readability and visual appeal. Create charts, graphs, and diagrams to illustrate educational concepts.
- Optimize graphics and visuals for various digital platforms, ensuring responsive and user-friendly designs.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including content developers, videographers, and technology specialists, to integrate graphics seamlessly into educational content.
- Review and proofread designs to maintain accuracy, consistency, and alignment with educational objectives.
Qualification and Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Multimedia, or a related field. A background in education or eLearning is a plus.
- Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Sketch, or similar tools.
- Strong creative and conceptual thinking, with the ability to translate complex ideas into simple, engaging visuals.
- Familiarity with design principles, typography, color theory, and layout design. Understanding of responsive web design principles is a plus.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work within multidisciplinary teams and convey design concepts.
- Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and tight deadlines in a fast-paced educational technology environment.
- A comprehensive portfolio showcasing your graphic design work, particularly in educational or eLearning contexts.
Method of Application
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