Multimedia Designer (Educational Technology & Learning Innovation)

ESMT Berlin is a leading global business school with its campus in the heart of Berlin. Founded by 25 global companies, ESMT offers master, MBA, and PhD programs, as well as executive education on its campus in Berlin, in locations around the world, online, and in online blended format. We strongly believe in cross-team collaboration to achieve our mission to develop entrepreneurial leaders who think globally and act responsibly.

ESMT’s Learning Innovation Lab inspires learners, faculty, and partners to push boundaries, creating engaging, scalable and impactful educational experiences and solutions.

Join our team as

Multimedia Designer (Educational Technology & Learning Innovation)
(m/f/x, full-time, 40 hrs./week)

and help shape the future by bringing your expertise and passion to ESMT.

• Create high quality multimedia learning content, including videos, animations, graphical assets that align with pedagogical best practices:
  • Pre-Production: Collaborate with learning designers, faculty, and clients to develop media content, determine the best media formats, provide technical support for learning platforms, and consult on media solutions for Degree programs and Executive Education
  • Production: Set up and manage filming environments, operate equipment to capture high-quality footage, and ensure consistency and reliability in production outputs.Train stakeholders in producing their own high-quality assets and manage their completion of production tasks
  • Post-Production: Oversee editing, ensure continuity from scripts/storyboards, and create final media outputs with dialogues, graphics, and effects following style guidelines
• Collaborate with the Learning Innovation Lab and key stakeholders to research, pilot, and implement evolving instructional/media technologies and processes—especially AI, media and VR/XR tools—to enhance innovative, effective teaching and learning
• Help the team and stakeholders to manage the learning management system (LMS) and related instructional/media tools and applications for all aspects of the learning experience
• Conduct user testing, troubleshoot and resolve issues related to instructional technologies and media tools used by various stakeholders (faculty, learners, staff)
• Collaborate with the team to consult, train, and support faculty and program teams through one-on-one consultations, workshops, and training sessions; develop and maintain manuals and guidelines for media and instructional technologies; and provide Panopto/video-software support—including managing the asset library, giving user feedback, and performing edits and corrections as needed

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years professional experience in multimedia design, digital education or related field —including using instructional technologies and multimedia tools for teaching and learning
• Proficiency with media production (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Figma, Canva) and web-based tools for digital learning
• Demonstrable video editing ability with a strong portfolio, including experience with editing software and graphic design packages
• Solid end-to-end media production expertise —from pre-production through post-production—with demonstrated experience in camera operation, grip, and sound, as well as in supporting subject matter experts to deliver high-quality educational media
• Familiarity with digital learning platforms (e.g., Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, D2L) and APIs, SCORM, and LTI standards
• Knowledge of Web Accessibility Standards
• Native-level or equivalent English (C1/C2). Excellent written and communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical users
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to own projects from start to finish and prioritize and run multiple projects at once while consistently meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results
• Learning agility and self-direction. Experimentation mindset (comfort testing new approaches)
• Experience collaborating with hybrid teams, with a proactive, agile, and collaborative working style
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. User-centered and data-informed mindset

Ideally, you also have:

• Ability to develop and implement technical solutions through basic coding and light development 
• Experience with AI-driven tools, interest in VR/XR applications and emerging technologies

Discover the perks and culture that make our workplace special.

Health and Well-Being

• Flexible remote work, including up to 15 days abroad per year
• Ergonomic office equipment and access to university sports across Berlin
• Subsidized meals at the campus restaurant

Financial Benefits

• Subsidized public transportation ticket and leasing options of bicycles/e-bikes
• Company pension scheme with Allianz

Personal Development

• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• On-campus German and English courses in small groups
• Participation in ESMT’s Executive Education and degree programs

What makes this more than just a job
ESMT offers a collegial and international work environment, with employees representing more than 55 nationalities. We encourage a self-driven mind-set and contributions that create meaningful and lasting impact. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a fair and inclusive workplace where individuals of all identities and backgrounds are welcomed and valued. Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion enriches our employees, students, and broader community.

You will work on our campus in Berlin-Mitte. Get here by public transport or bike and enjoy your lunches in our private restaurant and café or next to the beautiful Spree. Make use of our big garden and enjoy coffee and tea on the house with your team.Our vibrant community comes together through activities and events like Lucky Lunch, Wednesday Cookies, Orientation Days for new employees, Summer Party and Year End Event, our talented ESMT choir, and much more.

Please submit your application by using our online application system, including:

• CV with relevant certificates and references
• Salary expectations and possible start date
• Motivation letter (max. 1 page), including answers to the following questions:
  • Why would you like to work at ESMT Berlin and in this role?
  • Why you (what can you bring to the role)?
  • What is one of the favorite media/edtech tech project you have worked on in your career?

Contact:
ESMT Berlin I Melanie Seyffert I Senior Human Resources Manager I Schlossplatz 1 I 10178 Berlin I Tel: 030 21231 0 I Jobs at ESMT Berlin