Occupation

E-learning developer

Builds the digital version of a course: interactive modules, video, quizzes, and the packaging that makes them run inside a learning platform. Works from an instructional design or storyboard and handles the media production, accessibility checks, and technical testing.

Also known as: Digital learning developer · Online course developer · E-learning author

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A visual day in the work

What the work involves

  1. Turn storyboards into interactive modules in an authoring tool

  2. Record, edit, and caption audio and video segments

  3. Build quizzes, branching scenarios, and progress tracking

  4. Package and test courses inside the learning management system

  5. Test on different browsers, devices, and assistive technologies

  6. Fix defects reported by reviewers and learners

Entry-route stepper

How people commonly enter

  1. College diploma or degree in digital media, educational technology, or web development

  2. Transition from instructional design, graphic design, or front-end development

  3. Vendor certification in a specific authoring or learning platform

  4. Portfolio-based entry demonstrating courses already built

Typical training: Certificate or college diploma

Licensing: Not typically licensed

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Typical work context

  • Desk based
  • Remote capable
  • Quiet focus
  • Team based
  • Hybrid office

Desk based · Remote capable · Quiet focus · Team based · Hybrid office

Related interests

  • Artistic (creative)
  • Investigative (analytical)
  • Conventional (organizing)

Artistic (creative) · Investigative (analytical) · Conventional (organizing)

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