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Web Production Specialist

2UCape Town, South Africa
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Experience

Qualifications

Proficient in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Experience with content management systems (CMS), preferably WordPress or similar platforms. Strong understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG) and user experience principles. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Detail-oriented with a strong analytical mindset.

About the job

At 2U, we are driven by a profound purpose. Our mission is to make learning limitless, and we are united by a shared passion for delivering exceptional higher education on a grand scale. As the parent company of edX, a premier online learning platform, 2U empowers a multitude of higher education offerings, from free courses to comprehensive degree programs. Collaborating with our esteemed college, university, and corporate partners, we are committed to accelerating careers and transforming lives.

What We’re Looking For:

We are in search of a dynamic and meticulous Web Production Specialist to become a vital member of our Marketing team. In this role, you will collaborate with diverse stakeholders across various departments to create an outstanding experience on our external web platforms. As the primary hands-on executor for our digital properties, you will implement front-end and CMS-level website modifications, ensuring every user interaction is optimized for performance, accessibility, and brand consistency.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Web Content Management & Front-End Execution
    • Front-End Implementation: Execute numerous content requests and front-end updates across various web properties within the CMS, ensuring timely delivery and technical accuracy.
    • Site Maintenance: Oversee the daily production workflow for 2U’s landing page portfolio, including creating new pages, updating content, and swapping creative elements.
    • QA & Standards: Ensure strict compliance with program brand guidelines, web marketing standards, optimal User Experience (UX), and web accessibility (WCAG). You will be our final defense against broken links, layout shifts, or responsive issues.
  • Relationship Management & Collaboration
    • Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify high-quality web marketing solutions across departments, including Brand, Product, Tech, UX/UI, and Creative teams.
    • Project Management: Communicate with non-technical stakeholders to prioritize and deliver complex updates, site redesigns, and new program launches on schedule and to specification.
    • Creative Execution: Oversee the development of new web creative concepts with internal teams, ensuring design variations are technically feasible before going live.
  • Continuous Learning & Optimization
    • Technical Growth: Assist the Web Production team in exploring and researching current or potential new tools to enhance efficiency.
    • Industry Trends: Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to keep our web strategies competitive.

About 2U

2U is a trailblazer in education technology, dedicated to transforming the higher education landscape by partnering with leading institutions to offer innovative online learning solutions. Our commitment to making education accessible empowers learners worldwide to achieve their academic and professional goals.

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