Humanities & Social Sciences Content Developer (Contract)

This position will be employed through Headway Workforce Solutions working remotely throughout the U.S.

The Content Development contractor works on an assignment basis on short- and/or longer-term projects to develop higher ed course material such as textbooks, eBooks, digital activities, and assessments to ensure that the content meets identified market needs and pedagogical standards in Economics, Psychology, English, History, or Communication. This role will report to a development or media editor.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop content with sound pedagogical underpinnings designed to address specific teaching and learning problems.
• Edit the work of authors and content providers, ensuring adherence to Macmillan guidelines.
• Collaborate with editorial team members, such as program managers, development editors, media editors, content project managers, and assistants.
• Assist in testing product plans and execution, analyze results, and iterate.

Required Skills / Knowledge:

• Experience developing print and digital content for the Humanities and Social Sciences higher ed curriculum.
• Experience working with authors and content providers, directing, evaluating, and shaping their work.
• Ability to use market feedback and data to shape content plans.
• Familiarity with instructional design principles.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace, MS Word, Adobe Pro, and preferably with Jira, Slack, and VitalSource.

Education Requirements:

Pay Rate: $45+ / hour, based on experience.

Hours: Part-time to full-time, depending on project needs, with potential for periods of no work and those of intense work requiring quick turnaround.

Assignment Date: Weeks to many months, depending on project needs.

Location: Remote.

Please include a cover letter along with your resume.