Film and Media Production Subject Matter Expert / Curriculum Developer
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
First review of applications will be August 24th.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Film and Media Production Subject Matter Expert / Curriculum Developer

Faculty/Instructor Profile

Faculty at Red Deer Polytechnic:

Are passionate about teaching, learning, and student success.

Pursue professional learning to continually enhance their practice and their discipline.

Are recognized for their contributions to both local and global communities.

Role Description

As Red Deer Polytechnic’s future takes shape, growing our breadth of credentials (to include our own degrees) and programs, our institution has high expectations of our amazing faculty. But we do recognize that new hires may not have all the skills and experiences when applying. We want you to know that there is some flexibility to develop your talents over time. The initial focus for new faculty will be on teaching and student success with lots of opportunity for professional development, growth and collaboration. Red Deer Polytechnic ( RDP ) is committed to all faculty acquiring the identified Key Attributes over time.

Teaching

The faculty member combines discipline expertise with evidence based teaching to facilitate effective and diverse learning experiences.

Student Success

The faculty member encourages student success in an engaging, supportive environment by being responsive to student needs and ideas.

Professional Development

The faculty member engages in the continuous pursuit of knowledge to maintain currency in their discipline and their teaching practice.

Research, Scholarly and Creative Pursuits

The faculty member has the opportunity to pursue impactful scholarly and creative activities and disseminates knowledge that advances the discipline, enhances the reputation of Red Deer Polytechnic, and improves communities.

Community Contributions

The faculty member values engagement, contributing knowledge and their own expertise to the betterment of Red Deer Polytechnic and local communities, as well as discipline-based, national, and global communities.

The Subject Matter Expert ( SME ) and Curriculum Developer will support the development of new programming in Film and Media Production and curriculum documentation within the School of Arts and Education.

Working collaboratively with a Learning Designer from the Centre for Teaching, Learning and Scholarship ( CTLS ), the Associate Dean, and the Program Growth and Quality Manager in the School of Arts and Education, the successful candidate will support curriculum development and quality assurance activities for a proposed academic program. The position will contribute subject matter expertise to curriculum design, learning outcome development, curriculum mapping, course development, and related program approval requirements.

Key responsibilities may include:

Project Orientation and Planning





Participate in scheduled meetings with the Associate Dean, Creative Arts, the Program Growth and Quality Manager, and the Centre for Teaching and Learning to review project goals, deliverables, curriculum development processes, and available supports.

Participate in project meetings and progress check-ins throughout the curriculum development process.

Collaborate with project team members to ensure curriculum development activities align with institutional quality standards, credential requirements, and program development timelines.

Program Learning Outcomes and Curriculum Design

Develop and refine Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) aligned with disciplinary expectations and credential-level requirements.

Review and develop Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) to ensure alignment with program learning outcomes.

Contribute disciplinary expertise to the development of curriculum frameworks and program structures.

Review credential laddering, pathway development, and curricular progression to support student learning and program coherence.

Curriculum Mapping and Assessment Alignment

Participate in curriculum mapping activities to demonstrate alignment between courses, assessments, and Program Learning Outcomes.

Support the identification of where learning outcomes are introduced, developed, mastered, and assessed throughout the curriculum.

Assist in the development of assessment strategies and authentic learning activities that support achievement of program outcomes.

Provide feedback on curriculum sequencing, scaffolding, and overall program coherence.

Course Development

Develop course descriptions, course outlines, and related curriculum documentation.

Assist in the development of new course content, including learning activities and assessment approaches.

Review curriculum for alignment with institutional policies, credential expectations, and quality standards.

Experiential and Work-Integrated Learning

Contribute subject matter expertise to the development of experiential learning, applied research, field placement, and/or co-op components.

Quality Review

Collaborate with project team members to ensure curriculum materials support institutional approval, quality assurance, and program implementation requirements.

Required Qualifications
Combination of education and equivalent professional experience in a relevant discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant discipline.

Demonstrated expertise in the subject area associated with the proposed program.

Experience in curriculum development, course design,



post-secondary teaching, or academic program development.

Familiarity with outcomes-based curriculum design, assessment practices, and work-integrated learning is considered an asset.

Salary or Hourly?
Salary Commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits and Compensation Information

Part-time instructors receive an additional 14% of the gross salary in lieu of benefits and vacation pay.

About Red Deer Polytechnic
Focused on advancing the economic and social priorities of Alberta, Red Deer

Polytechnic ( RDP ) provides more than 100 industry-relevant credit and non-credit programs to approximately 11,000 credit, non-credit and apprenticeship students. With up-to-date teaching and learning spaces, and state-of-the-art research and innovation centres, RDP provides education and applied research opportunities in partnership with industry and communities.

Red Deer Polytechnic’s main campus is located on Treaty 7, Treaty 6 and Métis ancestral lands. This is where we will strive to honour and transform our relationships with one another.

Whatever brings you to Red Deer Polytechnic, we are glad you are here. And we look forward to having you as a valued member of our polytechnic community .

Competition Number
Competition Number 2026-F-049

Faculty Employment Type
Term-Certain Part-Time

Number of Vacancies
1.0

Desired Start Date
09/16/2026

Position End Date (if term-certain)
10/31/2026

FTE
Hours of Work
Hours of Work This is a temporary, project-based position. This position provides an opportunity to gain experience in curriculum development, higher education quality assurance, program planning, and design within a polytechnic environment.

Open Date
08/12/2026

Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

Note to Applicant
Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

At RDP , we are committed to a merit-based hiring process, and we believe in an inclusive workplace that is fair, equitable, supportive, welcoming and respectful. We recognize, value, and leverage differences in identifies, abilities, background, cultures, skills, experiences, and perspectives. Our practices are guided by the principles of the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected] .

Special Instructions to Applicants
First review of applications will be August 24th.

Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents
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