An exciting opportunity for an innovative and creative professional to join the Queensland Virtual Academy (QVA) as a Teacher: Music - Learning Experience Designer (Motion & Graphics). This role will shape the future of digital learning by designing high-quality, engaging On-demand Learning Materials to bring the ACv9 The Arts: Music curriculum to life for Prep-6 students across Queensland. Working with curriculum experts, teachers and producers, you’ll combine animation, motion design and visual communication to create educational experiences. You’ll also play a role in establishing QVA’s visual identity and building a library of reusable design, motion graphics and learning assets that enhance engagement, improve learning outcomes and support resource development. If you’re excited to combine your creative expertise with education and make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

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What you need to succeed

We're looking for an innovative, highly creative and collaborative professional who is passionate about using design and digital media to transform the learning experience for students.

You'll bring demonstrated experience in animation, motion design, visual communication or learning experience design, with the ability to turn complex concepts into clear, engaging and educational visual experiences. You'll thrive in a collaborative environment, working with curriculum experts and production teams to develop high-quality digital resources that support teaching and learning across Queensland.

The role will:

• Collaborate with teachers, curriculum writers and producers to translate curriculum intent into engaging and purposeful visual learning experiences.
• Apply contemporary design principles and visual communication strategies to reduce cognitive load, support knowledge retention and improve accessibility for diverse learners.
• Provide specialist advice on visual storytelling, animation and educational media throughout the production lifecycle, from concept development through to final delivery.
• Establish and maintain scalable production workflows and asset management processes that improve efficiency, collaboration and quality across deliverables.
• Build productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.
• Undertake other duties as required.

Specifically, the ideal applicant will demonstrate:

• Demonstrated experience in animation, motion graphics, illustration, visual communication or learning experience design.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary animation and digital design workflows, with practical experience across the design and production process.
• The ability to translate complex educational concepts into clear, engaging and visually effective learning experiences.
• Experience developing reusable designs, templates and creative assets that support consistency, efficiency and scalable production.
• The ability to provide creative direction, design advice and innovative solutions to enhance digital learning experiences.
• An understanding of learning design principles and how purposeful visual communication can improve learner engagement, understanding and retention.
• Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality assets within required timeframes.

What You'll Need

• Relevant teaching qualification
• Full or provisional QCT registration
• Australian working rights or valid visa
• Pre-service and graduate teachers are encouraged to apply (include practicum reports, mentor statements & unofficial transcript)

How to apply

• Click the Green 'Apply online' button below
• Enter your personal details
• Attach your resume including two professional referees

All applicants are encouraged to apply to the Department of Education Teacher Application Portal to be considered for current and future roles.

Existing permanent teachers are encouraged to apply for the teacher transfer process, noting that relocation entitlements may not apply.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applicants are encouraged to commence and submit their application as early as possible as the Department of Education reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

Documents

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