Learning Content Designer

In brief

**Overview** This role at Raizcorp is for a content professional who excels at research, exceptional writing, and beautiful design of learning content. The position is situated at the intersection of research, writing, learning, content development, and design, and is suitable for individuals with backgrounds in fields like copywriting, content development, graphic design, or instructional design. The primary focus is to transform complex ideas into clear, engaging, intelligent, polished, and effective learning content for the target audience. The role involves creating and improving learning materials for online, virtual, and in-person environments, including slide decks, workbooks, facilitator material, digital learning elements, filmed products, and platform-based content. The ideal candidate will be conceptually strong and creatively capable, able to think clearly, write with precision, structure learning effectively, and produce professional and impactful content. Raizcorp, established in 2000, was founded to develop entrepreneurs across various contexts and life stages. It has since expanded into different divisions to service the specific needs of entrepreneurs and their supporters. Raizcorp identifies as a Prosperator™ rather than an incubator, providing business support and a platform for learning and guidance that translates into practical business success for enthusiastic and growth-hungry entrepreneurs. **What you will do** * Develop, update and maintain learning content and learning elements for a wide range of Raizcorp programmes and interventions * Research newly assigned topics, subjects, or concepts, and develop a structured learning framework and key concepts for them. * Create content for both virtual and face-to-face learning experiences * Write, edit and refine learning material so that it is Effective, clear, engaging and aligned to purpose * Design and format learning content so that it is visually strong, easy to use and professional * Review content developed by others, including internal stakeholders, external service providers and AI-supported outputs * Help maintain and improve instructional design standards, processes and templates * Manage the development flow of learning content, including tracking progress and coordinating with subcontractors where required * Contribute to digital learning content for internal platforms and learning products * Update slide decks, manuals, learning elements and related content assets * Conduct research and contribute fresh ideas to improve the quality and impact of our learning design * Incorporate stakeholder and user feedback into revised content * Support the maintenance of learning dashboards and content development systems **Requirements (from the original advert)** * At least 5 years’ experience in content development, learning design, instructional design, copywriting, editorial work, graphic design, or a related field * Strong academic performance in English at school or tertiary level. * A relevant 3-year qualification in fields such as writing, communications, education, instructional design, graphic design, multimedia design, marketing, language practice, journalism, or similar * Ability to interpret scanned briefs and translate them into appropriate outputs through targeted questioning * A strong portfolio of work that shows your writing ability, thinking ability and design capability * Excellent written English and the ability to write clearly, intelligently and professionally * Strong visual design ability and the ability to create polished, well-structured content * Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite * Confidence using AI tools such as ChatGPT to support content development and refinement * A sound understanding of how adults learn, how content should flow, and how to make learning practical and engaging * At least a basic understanding of business and commercial concepts * Strong planning, organisation and deadline management **Who should apply** This role is ideal for someone who sits at the intersection of research, writing, learning, content development, and design. The ideal candidate is intellectually strong, enjoys working with ideas, and can transform complexity into clarity. They care deeply about words, structure, flow, and presentation, demonstrating creativity while also being disciplined and detail-oriented. Applicants should be able to work at pace without compromising quality, be comfortable giving and receiving feedback, and skilled at collaborative improvement. The person who will thrive in this role builds trust easily, works well with various stakeholders, takes ownership, and upholds a strong standard for quality work. They should be able to write with clarity, design with intent, and build learning that is both smart and practical. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/professions/education-training/sandton/learning-content-designer-id-7589300 Source: jobmail

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• At least 5 years of experience.

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