Fast Facts

Join Nelson as a Digital Content Developer to leverage your HTML and design skills in creating engaging educational content for our innovative digital learning platform. This 12-month contract role offers a collaborative environment focused on enhancing the learning experience for K-12 students across Canada.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include developing digital content, managing publication tasks, collaborating with subject matter experts, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards, and tracking project progress using management tools.

Skills: Proficiency in HTML, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and understanding of accessibility principles are essential for this role. Strong communication and organizational skills, along with problem-solving abilities, are also required.

Qualifications: Post-secondary degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience with at least 1 year of experience in HTML and knowledge of UI/web design principles.

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $60,000 - $80,000.

At Nelson, we’ve been shaping the future of education for children and youth across Canada for over 110 years. As the country’s largest K-12 education content provider, we remain dedicated to our legacy of looking forward, paving the way in creating boundless, accessible, and engaging learning experiences for all. 

Our innovative solutions, including Edwin, our digital learning platform, provide curriculum-aligned content that support diverse learning styles while fostering critical thinking, creativity, and lifelong learning. We listen intently to the unique needs of educators, students, and administrators everywhere, and continuously evolve what we do and build to improve their lives daily. 

When we’re searching for individuals to join our team, we look for bold, innovative team players with a passion for education and making a positive difference in our communities. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you! Apply to join our team today. Let’s Create Possible, one learner at a time. 

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Digital Content Production, the Digital Content Developer (‘DCD’) will leverage their proficiency in HTML, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop to develop engaging HTML web content, utilizing tools such as HTML editors, Adobe Creative Suite, and Smartsheet. The Digital Content Developer will also understand accessibility principles and effectively communicate and collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) and project managers.

As a key member of the Content Development and Production team, you will help drive the planning, creation, and production of content for Nelson’s digital education platform. As we continue to move beyond books, you will use your technical skills and design knowledge to create attractive and engaging content.

The close-knit Digital Content Production group works collaboratively in a fast-paced environment where priorities and projects need to be juggled, assessed, and reviewed to achieve maximum efficiency. Working with the publishers, editors, the interactive team, and project managers, you will ensure that the digital and interactive products meet the company’s quality standards.

The successful candidate will possess knowledge of HTML and photo and image editing, high attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work with technical and non-technical staff. Key to success in this position is the ability to work well under pressure, manage competing priorities, and thrive in a technical and quick-changing environment.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop engaging Digital Content and multimedia using HTML and other relevant technologies.
• Utilize Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to edit visually appealing graphics, videos, and animations.
• Follow established style guides and maintain consistency in design and messaging.
• Manage the conversion of existing manuscript and previously published content into HTML, that is accessible, appealing, and engaging.
• Collaborate with SMEs and project managers to gather requirements and ensure content meets the desired objectives.
• Understand and follow guidelines for accessibility, web compatibility, and rights and permissions, as well as file preparation requirements.
• Ensure the developed content complies with accessibility guidelines and best practices, including heading levels, color contrast, alt text, and other accessibility features during content creation.
• Create simple line art to digital specifications.
• Use project management tools to track progress, manage tasks, and meet project deadlines.
• Maintain organized files and work assignments to ensure efficient workflow and easy access to digital assets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather feedback, make improvements, and iterate content based on user needs.
• Problem solve/troubleshoot issues throughout production.
• Prepare QA of products and assets.
• Support and maintain product post-live.
• Post-secondary degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• 1+ Years of experience in HTML, HTML validation rules and an understanding of Java Script.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is required.
• Knowledge of UI and web design principles is required.
• Familiarity with MathML, Smartsheet and project management tools is a plus.
• Strong creative and design skills with a keen eye for aesthetic and visual details.
• Knowledge of accessibility principles, of WCAG 2.0 and experience in implementing digital content.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage files and work assignments effectively.
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with SMEs and project managers.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines.
• Proficient time management skills and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Continual learner with a passion for staying updated with emerging trends and technologies.
• Excellent English spelling, grammar, and communication skills are required; Knowledge of French is an asset.

What We Offer

At Nelson, we believe in taking care of our people.

Your well-being, growth, and work-life balance matter to us, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you—professionally and personally.

The below benefits apply to this temporary contract position:

• Hybrid work model (2-days/week in-office in North York, 3-days/week WFH)
• Flexible working hours (M-F)
• Access to LinkedIn Learning for continuous skill growth
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing confidential support spanning from mental health services to financial counselling, and many things in-between.
• This is a 12-month contract position with the opportunity to become a full-time role based on performance and needs of the business.

Don’t have 100% of the above qualifications? Do you still think Nelson is a great fit for you? We encourage you to apply anyway!  

Our EDI Statement

Nelson teaches the world by learning from everyone in it. 

We are committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace environment. This is an integral part of our company’s culture and mission that aligns with our four key pillars of Employee Diversity, Developing Authentic and Accurate Content, Amplifying External Voices, and Supporting the Local Community and Beyond.

We believe in the power of education and our ability to impact social change. Truth, honesty, integrity, and respect guide our decisions and actions in the development of learning solutions that empower success for all educators and learners. 

We value a respectful, inclusive, and safe workplace that nurtures belonging and represents many different cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and opinions. Everyone is free to be who they are. 

We foster and continue to build relationships that are equitable, diverse, and inclusive with existing and future partners in education.

We commit to holding ourselves accountable by creating measurable short and long-term goals that place equity, diversity, and inclusion at the core of what we do in our resources, the workplace, the educational community, and in the larger society. 

We strive to build an inclusive world for everyone. We are stronger together.

Our Commitment

Nelson is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to Inclusion, Equity and Diversity. As part of this commitment, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status. 

Should you require any accommodation during our recruitment and selection process, please reach out to peopleandengagement@nelson.com.