Software Web Developer - Expert

Overview

VTG is seeking a talented and experienced Expert Web Developer to join our dynamic and innovative team in Chantilly, VA. VTG requires an integrated web development team that will design, develop, and produce media elements and interactions that support clear communication and learner interaction and assessment related to adult learning solutions. Learning solutions may include but are not limited to: graphics, websites, web-tools, online courses, Web-Based Trainings (WBTs), and other artifacts to support online, blended, and face-to-face training. Development efforts will facilitate the Sponsor's mission to support training.

What will you do?

• The Contractor Team is responsible for developing new courses and learning solutions in a variety of delivery modalities: making major revisions to existing courses; establishing standards for the design, development, and evaluation of courses; providing guidance material; and coaching new instructors in course delivery and instructional techniques. The Contractor Team shall work in a team-oriented environment and consult with Sponsor Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to handle a variety of activites related to curriculum design, development, and training delivery to include but not limited to: needs assessment, instructional-related research and analysis, course and lesson creation, design, development, delivery, assessing and soliciting feedback and programmatic evaluation.
• The Contractor Team shall work closely with Sponsor management, instructional design teams, and SME instructors to determine technical requirements for learning solutions. The Contractor Team shall research, design, develop, document, and implement media products and artifacts in support of training courses for the Sponsor. The Contractor Team shall create training materials such as WBTs, online training courses, online training portals, websites, graphics and visuals for print and online consumption, and video projects: The Contractor Team shall maintain WBTs, online training courses, online training portals, websites, graphics and visuals for print and online consumption, and video projects. The Contractor Team shall provide support for WBTs, online training courses, online training portals, websites, graphics and visuals for print and online consumption, and video projects. The Contractor Team shall support in-class learning technologies such as audience response system. The Contractor Team shall support general photography needs. The Contractor Team shall document processes and resources for contunuity of operations: The Contractor Team shall maintain code and processess. The Contractor Team shall use knowledge management repositories. The Contractor Team shall use project tracking systems and processes. The Contractor Team shall ensure all activities and products are consistent with the Sponsor's requirements. The Contractor Team shall comply with all relevant legal restrictions such as accessibility (Section 508), privacy and copyright.
• Candidate should be prepared to work in a dynamic environment in support of classroom activities. Must be able to prioritize multiple projects with multiple deadlines. As such, there are deadlines for materials in support of classes that run on fixed dates. Classroom materials can vary, but include everything from PowerPoint slides, to posters, door signs, web site graphics, classroom handouts, and creativity is a huge plus. Many projects require new materials to be produced in ways that engage the end-user, while other projects require adherence to established criteria. Occasionally asked to create something unique (i.e. themed playing cards, special themed flyers, etc.) Often new logos are required, or old ones need updating.

Do you have what it takes?

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• BS degree and 11-15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10-13 years of prior relevant experience, will consider additional years of experience in lieu of degree

Required:

• Experience working in a training environment.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience using Joomla site design and site administration.
• Experience developing WBTs, online training courses, websites, or other e-learning solutions.
• Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Bridge, PDF as well as Dreamweaver, After Effects, or other similar software products.
• Experience with Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) and HTML
• Experience with MS PowerPoint, OneNote, Word
• Experience solving complex application development problems.
• Experience providing advice and recommendations on product design.
• experience Adobe Captivate
• Experience designing, building, and maintaining websites.
• Experience creating print products such as posters, books, and presentation materials.
• Experience using content creation and management tools for web design, web development, programming, graphic design, animation, videography, photography and audio recording, editing and distribution.
• Demonstrated experience using JIRA or other IT ticket or work tracking system.
• Accessing and using images/graphics from ENVATO, Shutterstock, and other subscription platforms.

Preferred:

• Experience with web-based collaboration and document management platforms; task management tools that provide browser-based access for team document libraries, calendars, task lists, alert, and schedules such as SharePoint or other similar software products.
• Experience with Sponsor cloud technology networks and systems.
• Experience creating motion graphic products.
• Experience working with specialists to build training products.
• Experience with general photography.
• Experience with video production or experience in a video production support role.
• Experience with JavaScript (JS).
• Experience with graphic design including animation and 3D animation.
• Degree(s): Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Graphic Design, Multimedia Development, Online Learning, or other related field from an accredited institution.
• Certification(s): UX/UI Ability Certification from an accredited institution.