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The National Inventors Hall of Fame is seeking a STEM Writer and Learning Experience Designer to create innovative, high quality STEM experiences for children from ideation to launch for NIHF Education Programs. Our Learning Experience Designers are instrumental in pursuing NIHF’s mission through the research, development, and dissemination of educational products and experiences at the national level.

The STEM Writer and Learning Experience Designer will implement NIHF’s strategic initiatives to create engaging educational content; write and design experiences across multiple platforms for various age groups and audiences; and work closely with graphic designers, video editors, animators, and material procurement specialists to design STEM experiences. In addition, this position is responsible for ensuring that curricula is properly differentiated and aligned to the topics, vocabulary, reading Lexile levels, national and state standards, and themes that are relevant in the current educational landscape.

Position Responsibilities:

+ Works within a professional team to conceptualize relevant and age-appropriate learning experiences grounded in Inventive Education.

+ Develops original, engaging learning experiences for children across multiple contexts, including curricula, instructional materials, and interactive products.

+ Collaborates with graphic designers/video editors/animators, material procurement specialists, and editors to deliver high-quality programs, products, and experiences.

+ Plans and observes user testing to look for opportunities for strengthening and improvement

+ Manages projects from ideation through go-to-market process; providing clear and consistent communication with project team members.

+ Stays current on industry product trends, including formal and informal education STEM products and materials.

+ Coordinates national and state educational alignments (in the subjects of Science, Math, and English Language Arts) to ensure that curricula are properly differentiated and aligned to the topics, vocabulary, and themes that are relevant in the current educational landscape

+ Adheres to project schedules, budgets, and timeline goals.

+ Contributes to evolving department and organizational strategies and processes, as well as interdepartmental relations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Must possess strong writing skills

+ Employs creativity to develop and implement high-quality, innovative content that engages children

+ Experience creating successful, age-appropriate products

+ Proclivity for making, creating, and product testing; mechanical skills a plus

+ Self-motivated with strong problem-solving and communication skills

+ Thrives in a fast-paced environment

+ Ability to maintain multiple project schedules, timelines, and deliverable dates.

+ Excellent research and organizational skills

+ Experience in formal or informal educational settings

+ Ability to receive creative direction and feedback

+ Effective collaboration and skills

+ Availability to travel up to 20% of the time, including travel during the summer months

+ Ability to regularly work in the office and attend in-person meetings.

+ Ability to communicate effectively via email, chat, phone, and in-person meetings.

+ Requires regular, reliable, and on-time attendance.

Credentials and Experience:

+ Minimum of 3 years experience as a writer/producer of children’s content and products

+ Experience in design thinking and project-based learning a plus

+ Experience in informal or formal education environments

+ Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe software (Acrobat, InDesign), and Trello preferred

+ Bachelors degree or higher

Why Join the National Inventors Hall of Fame?

+ Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy top-tier medical, dental, vision, and insurance plans, along with flexible spending accounts to help pay for any out-of-pocket medical expenses.

+ Company-Paid Benefits: NIHF contributes 100% to provide life and disability coverages.

+ Secure Your Future: Benefit from our 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer match and 100% vesting upon initial contribution, ensuring your financial stability and growth.

+ Generous Time Off: Take advantage of paid time off, paid holidays, and a year-end closure from December 24th through January 1st to recharge.

+ Additional Support: Access Critical Illness, Hospital, and Accident Supplemental Income plans for extra peace of mind.

+ Pet-Friendly Perks: Protect your furry friends with our pet insurance plans.

+ Stay Fit and Healthy: Utilize our on-site workout facility to maintain your physical well-being.

+ Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy alternate workday scheduling and the option for hybrid remote work after 90 days, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

+ Thriving Work Environment: Be part of a great team environment with ample opportunities for growth and a culture that prioritizes professional development.