Editorial and Quality Assurance Specialist
Vu Online · Melbourne VIC ·
- Work mode
- Hybrid
- Category
- QA
- Salary
- AUD 70,000 – 80,000 / year
At VU Online, the online higher education arm of Victoria University, this Melbourne-based role proofreads and edits academic content before publication and runs quality assurance on LMS course builds — checking readability, AQF alignment, WCAG 2.0 accessibility, and tools like Articulate 360 and H5P.
Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 per year
About VU Online
VU Online delivers fully online Higher Education courses for Victoria University (VU). Victoria University is a dual sector university that offers the VU Block Model, an Australian first that lets students focus on one unit at a time – leading to increased student success.
At VU Online, we’re proud to deliver award-winning postgraduate and undergraduate courses that empower students to succeed, backed by exceptional academic support and a commitment to preparing graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in industry. As a workplace, we’re building a community where everyone belongs, and where inclusivity, respect, and support are embedded in how we work every day.
Driven by an ambitious growth agenda, VU Online operates a dynamic, fast-paced and innovative environment with a focus on delivering meaningful impact for learners.
Our culture
VU Online is a fast-growing, student-centric team that genuinely lives its values, not just displays them. We Own It taking responsibility for our work and its impact, and focusing on solutions rather than blame when things go wrong. We Test & Learn, bringing curiosity and adaptability to everything we do. We're Better Together, valuing collaboration and real relationships over working in silos and we Build with Care, showing up for each other with empathy, honesty and respect.
About you:
You are a meticulous editor with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for clear, accurate and accessible content. You bring experience editing and proofreading content in online environments, such as Learning Management Systems or websites, and you understand what it takes to make digital learning materials consistent, readable and accessible to every student. You thrive when juggling multiple projects against established timelines, and you communicate clearly and tactfully, helping colleagues lift the quality of their work.
Purpose of the position
Proofread, review and edit academic content before it is published, ensuring it is accurate, readable, aligned with the appropriate AQF level and consistent with the VU Online style guide.
Conduct quality assurance on new and existing unit builds in line with VU Online design principles, agreed unit blueprints and WCAG 2.0 standards, ensuring all materials are appropriately attributed and all links and Articulate 360 and H5P artefacts are operational.
Work closely with the Student Delivery and Learning Design function to build team capacity, and contribute to the continuous improvement of VU Online’s learning design model through workshops and post-Study Period process reviews.
Selection criteria
A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a relevant field (such as English, Journalism or Communication) and extensive relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Demonstrated experience in editing and/or copywriting.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of editing online (e.g. in Learning Management Systems or websites).
Demonstrated ability to work on a variety of projects simultaneously to ensure work progresses according to established timelines.
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral) and the ability to effectively communicate concepts to colleagues and team members.
Desired selection criteria
Demonstrated understanding of WCAG 2.0 standards.
Selection Process
Please apply with your CV and a Cover Letter concisely addressing each of the Key Selection Criteria. Applications close 22 October 2026, and only applicants who have been shortlisted will be contacted.
(Applications that do not contain both a CV and Cover Letter addressing the KCS will not be considered)
Social Inclusion
VU Online is committed to equal opportunity, social justice, cultural diversity and social inclusion in education and employment. We are an LGBTIQA+ and gender diverse employer. Victoria University's commitment to social justice has been recognised in the Impact Rankings, which track universities against the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Acknowledgment of Country
Victoria University acknowledges, recognises and respects the Ancestors, Elders and families of the Boonwurrung, Waddawurrung and Wurundjeri of the Kulin who are the traditional owners of University land in Victoria, and the Gadigal and Guring-gai of the Eora Nation who are the traditional owners of University land in Sydney.