I’m an instructional design and multimedia professional with 25+ years of experience creating engaging learning experiences, digital course materials, and multimedia content for both higher education and corporate teams. Over my career, I’ve helped translate complex information into clear, accessible, learner-focused resources by partnering closely with faculty, instructors, and subject matter experts. I also bring strong creative and production leadership—directing multimedia and learning-support projects end-to-end, maintaining high quality and on-time delivery, and mentoring others in video, audio, photography, and digital content creation. Today, I combine instructional thinking with visual communication and technical expertise (including advanced Adobe Creative Cloud skills and generative AI) through my work at Saint Mary’s University and my agency, Jay Williams Design.…

Jason K. Williams

I’m an instructional design and multimedia professional with 25+ years of experience creating engaging learning experiences, digital course materials, and multimedia content for both higher education and corporate teams. Over my career, I’ve helped translate complex information into clear, accessible, learner-focused resources by partnering closely with faculty, instructors, and subject matter experts. I also bring strong creative and production leadership—directing multimedia and learning-support projects end-to-end, maintaining high quality and on-time delivery, and mentoring others in video, audio, photography, and digital content creation. Today, I combine instructional thinking with visual communication and technical expertise (including advanced Adobe Creative Cloud skills and generative AI) through my work at Saint Mary’s University and my agency, Jay Williams Design.…

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I’m an instructional design and multimedia professional with 25+ years of experience creating engaging learning experiences, digital course materials, and multimedia content for both higher education and corporate teams. Over my career, I’ve helped translate complex information into clear, accessible, learner-focused resources by partnering closely with faculty, instructors, and subject matter experts.

I also bring strong creative and production leadership—directing multimedia and learning-support projects end-to-end, maintaining high quality and on-time delivery, and mentoring others in video, audio, photography, and digital content creation. Today, I combine instructional thinking with visual communication and technical expertise (including advanced Adobe Creative Cloud skills and generative AI) through my work at Saint Mary’s University and my agency, Jay Williams Design.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Media Suite Coordinator / Studio Lead at Saint Mary’s University
January 3, 2015 - May 4, 2026
Managed a creative workload averaging 100+ multimedia requests annually, creating work plans and schedules to support multiple departments while ensuring efficient, cost-conscious, on-time delivery. Planned and managed studio modernization, booking systems, and production workflows. Provided technical leadership, training, and mentorship in video, audio, photography, and multimedia production to 10–20 students, faculty, and staff annually.
Instructional Multimedia Analyst at Saint Mary’s University
January 1, 2003 - Present
Directed 500+ multimedia and learning-support projects for academic, recruitment, communications, alumni, fundraising, and institutional initiatives, achieving a 98% on-time completion rate. Produced 1,000+ video, photography, podcast, livestream, motion graphics, and digital learning projects using Adobe Creative Cloud and multimedia production tools. Collaborated with faculty and staff to assess communication and learning needs, design learner-focused multimedia experiences, and deliver multimedia training and professional learning. Managed project intake, prioritization, scheduling, production workflows, quality review, and delivery across multiple departments, including accessibility and organizational standards. Spearheaded development of the first mobile application adopted by an Atlantic Canadian university.
Senior Multimedia Developer at Accessible Media Solutions
December 31, 2002 - December 31, 2025
Develop multimedia content and experiences; lead production workflows; manage vendor and stakeholder relationships; ensure accessibility and digital asset management.
Creative Director at ITI Corporate
December 31, 2002 - December 31, 2025
Provide strategic guidance on media strategy and execution; maintain brand governance and quality control; mentor creative teams and coordinate cross-functional collaboration.
Founder & Creative Director at Jay Williams Design
January 1, 2002 - Present
Founded and manage a multimedia agency delivering graphic design, video production, photography, animation, digital marketing, and technology-supported content development for public and private-sector clients. Oversees 30+ client projects annually, including scope, schedules, budgets, stakeholder communication, quality control, and vendor relationships. Leverages generative AI and creative technology to develop high-quality written and multimedia content while evaluating emerging tools for practical application. Notable clients include CBC Television, Q104 Radio, and the Construction Association of Nova Scotia, along with The Iron Lords Podcast.
Creative Director at ITI Corporate
December 31, 1999 - December 30, 2001
Supervised a multimedia development team and managed production schedules for digital learning and corporate communications projects. Directed creative strategy, instructional media development, and quality assurance across multiple client engagements. Collaborated with technical and instructional design teams to create engaging digital learning experiences and convert instructional concepts into effective multimedia content. Co-developed Ready 2 Learn, an early CD-based and online tutorial focused on Windows operating system fundamentals.

Education

Associate Degree in Graphic Design at NSCAD University
January 1, 1992 - January 1, 1995
Certifcate in Classical Animation at Adner Animation
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1997
Self Employment Business Program at Henson College
January 1, 2002 - June 11, 2026

Qualifications

Certificate in Classical Animation
January 1, 1997 - June 11, 1997
Self Employment Business Program
January 1, 2002 - June 11, 2002
Associate Degree In Graphic Design
January 3, 1992 - June 20, 1995

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services