Job Description

Our client is a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, diversity, and excellence. They are currently seeking an interim Design Manager to join their talented team for a 9-month contract. The organisation specialises in delivering cutting-edge solutions across a wide spectrum of initiatives, ensuring a significant impact on both business outcomes and user experience.

Responsibilities

* Manage a team comprising a Senior Digital Learning Designer, Senior Digital Experience Designer, and Digital Designers. Conduct regular one-to-ones, foster professional growth, and provide coaching and feedback.

* Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, advocating for human-centred design and effective solution development.

* Drive the delivery of high-quality digital assets and projects within agreed timelines, ensuring a seamless experience across internal and external collaborations.

* Oversee art direction for internal and outsourced design projects, ensuring alignment with brand standards and design principles.

* Champion a user-focused approach to solution design, leveraging methodologies like 5Di and design thinking to deliver impactful behaviour change initiatives.

* Create and build innovative, interactive learning solutions using tools like Elucidat while advising on UX/UI design for intranet sites and related resources.

* Design for a global audience with an emphasis on inclusivity, accessibility, and cross-cultural awareness.

Skills

* Attention to detail with exceptional written and communication skills.

* Expertise in e-learning authoring tools e.g. Elucidat, Articulate Storyline and the Adobe Creative Cloud

* Advanced knowledge of UX/UI design principles and human-centred design methodologies.

* Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.

* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and maintain high-quality output under tight deadlines.

* Ability to manage multiple projects and work collaboratively across teams.

Qualifications

* A degree of equivalent in multimedia design, instructional design, or a related field is desirable

Experience

* Minimum of 5 years’ experience in designing and developing engaging learning content

* Proven experience in leading a team within a learning development environment.

* Track record of creating innovative, interactive digital learning solutions.

Blue Eskimo is the leading provider of specialist recruitment for the Learning and Development, e-learning and Training sectors. We provide interim, fixed term contract and permanent roles for multiple disciplines. These include Learning and Development Managers, e-learning Business Development Managers, E-learning Instructional Designers, Elearning Project Managers, Learning Technology Managers, Training Operations Managers, Training and e-learning Consultants, IT Trainers & Soft Skills Trainers