Dreamscape Content Developer

Position: Dreamscape Learn Content Developer

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
• The contact information, work experience, and education listedon your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclairapplication.
• Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
• In the “My Experience” section, you will find aResume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter andall other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that youapply manually and only include the positions you have held in thelast ten (10) years . You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY :

Reporting to the Director of Dreamscape Learn (DSL) at Montclair State University, the Dreamscape Learn Content Developer createsimmersive educational experiences using the DSL platform for use inclasses and programs across the University, as well as for expanding partnerships with external publics. The Developercollaborates with faculty, subject matter experts, and production teams to design narrative-driven experiences that support course objectives and enhance student learning. This position serves asthe lead coordinator for developing a broad portfolio of newlearning experiences, leveraging the potential of immersivetechnology and actualizing concepts into pedagogically soundlearning experiences.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Design and develop immersive learning modules for Dreamscape Learn experiences.
• Translate course objectives into interactive VR-based learning activities.
• Troubleshoot technical issues related to VR hardware, software,and user experiences.
• Work with the director and faculty experts to develop scripts,dialogue, and narrative elements that guide immersiveexperiences.
• Collaborate with faculty, instructional designers, and VRproduction teams to ensure experiences use best practices forpedagogy and learning outcomes
• Develop storyboards, content outlines, and supportinginstructional materials.
• Assist with testing, evaluation, and iterative improvement ofimmersive learning experiences.
• Collaborate with Animation, V/R Design, Scriptwriting, Audio Production, and Computer Science students and faculty on the development of content for the Dreamscape Learn environment.
• Evaluate new tools and technologies to improve learning experiences.
• Act as a subject matter resource for immersive learning best practices.
• Train faculty and staff on how to use immersive learningtools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at anytime.

QUALIFICATIONS :

REQUIRED :

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university inimmersive media, game design, animation, film/media production,instructional design, computer science, or a related field
• Minimum of four years of experience in content development forvirtual reality (VR), interactive media, gaming, or immersivestorytelling environments
• Strong experience using VR development tools/game engines(particularly Unity)
• Demonstrated experience creating narrative-driven, interactivecontent (e.g., VR experiences, games, simulations, or digital mediaprojects)
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams (e.g.,designers, developers, writers, educators, and producers)
• Strong understanding of storytelling, scripting, and narrativedesign for interactive or immersive formats
• Experience integrating emerging tools (e.g., AI-assistedcontent creation, real-time rendering workflows) into productionpipelines
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including concept development through implementation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present ideas to faculty and stakeholders
• Experience developing storyboards, scripts, and productiondocumentation

PREFERRED:

• Direct experience developing educational or training contentusing VR/AR or experiential learning platforms
• Experience working in higher education or…