Introduction



Our client is looking for an Media Manager (e-learning) to develop the media capability across training development for the military.



The key is a senior media specialist who can implement the planned technology and infrastructure upgrade to develop the media team's capability and lead continuous improvement.



You will need a background in media-development expertise to guide the team and translate IT solutions into media practice whilst ensuring that strict governance, risk and standards are met.




Working Patterns and location - they have various sites across Hampshire, Somerset, Dorset, Devon and Cornwall which you will need to travel between as required. Some weeks you might be working fully from home if there are no meetings, other weeks you could be on the road for 3 days, you will need to be flexible.




Key responsibilities



• Lead the media capability function across multiple geographically distributed MOD sites, ensuring consistency in outputs and standards.



• Own and maintain the enterprise media governance framework, covering quality, standards and technical governance across all programmes.



• Oversee the design, development and deployment of training media specifications across the portfolio.



• Develop, improve and maintain media governance procedures, templates, quality documentation and ways of working.



• Ensure all media and courseware activity aligns with DSAT, the Media QMS, contractual requirements and relevant Defence policies.



• Lead media technical input into customer change requests and transformation activities, coordinating SQEP resource as needed.



• Mentor, coach and develop media staff across all levels, from junior developers through to team leads.



• Monitor quality metrics, lessons identified and assurance activity to drive continuous capability improvement.




Skills & experience



• Leadership experience within a media, courseware or learning development environment.



• Strong knowledge of DSAT and MOD training procedures is essential.



• Experience owning and improving media governance frameworks, QMS and quality assurance processes.



• Proven ability to implement and standardise processes across geographically distributed teams.



• Experience working within matrix organisations and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions.



• Knowledge of media tooling including Adobe Creative Cloud, Articulate 360, 3DS Max, Blender or similar.



• Familiarity with LMS, VLE and Defence Information Systems for managing and delivering learning content.



• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across internal teams and customer organisations.




Additional benefits



• 25 days holiday (increasing to 27 days) + statutory public holidays.



• Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 8% company contribution).



• 6 times salary 'Life Assurance'.



• Flexible Benefits scheme.



• Discretionary Bonus scheme.



• Enhanced family friendly policies.



• 37hr standard working week, with an early finish on Fridays



• Canteen facilities are available in some sites.




Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.




Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs.




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