Development Editor

Content Developer (Remote)

Locations:

• Massachusetts, USA
• United States

Time Type: Full time

Job Requisition Id: R2022-1907
We believe in the power and joy of learning.

At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students

around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose driving innovation that helps millions of learners achieve their dreams through education.

Our culture values diversity, engagement, and discovery. Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive and diverse workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through inclusive programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-diversity/.

What You’ll Do Here: As part of a high-performance team, the Content Developer supports in-house and out-of-house development of both print and non-print STEM and Social Studies products to clarify, strengthen, and enhance their quality. Supports leadership efforts to manage complex projects to ensure timely delivery and cost effectiveness.

• Through detailed evaluation of content in a variety of media (including print, video, software, and Internet), and in close collaboration with consultants and other Content Developers, strives to achieve content that is correct, factual, clear, representative, complete, current, legal and consistent and standards-based.
• Implements innovative and effective pedagogical features and content based on market trends and company initiatives.
• Supports content development intention to follow accepted processes and standards focused around the target audience for optimal product success in the market.
• Participates with Product Development Manager, Supervising Content Developer, Senior Content Developers, consultants, and subject matter experts in developing a viable and attractive product premise.
• Helps conceptualize and develop plans for product development.
• Supports projects to meet objectives for customer acceptance, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Works with content subject matter experts, development partners, and freelance professionals in the capacity instructed by project and department needs.
• Works to meet submission deadlines and requirements for state adoptions.
• Works with technology teams to design and implement digital products.

Skills You Will Need Here:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Familiarity with K12 market dynamics
• Minimum of 4 years print and digital educational product development experience
• Tech savvy with a basic understanding of new media and technology, including publishing technology, such as Adobe InCopy and Acrobat Pro, in addition to Google Docs, Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work with software teams and learning processes
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with budgets and schedules
• Flexibility to accept cross-functional responsibilities as assigned

Cengage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. You may view Cengage’s EEO/Affirmative Action Policy signed by CEO Michael Hansen and Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law notice by visiting their corresponding links.

Cengage Group is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures.

About Cengage Group
Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Cengage Group
Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms.

We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.