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Instructional Designer jobs in Houston, TX
Instructional designers turn subject-matter expertise into courses and training programs, applying learning science to design materials, assessments, and e-learning experiences.
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help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.HDR Engineering is looking for a Substation Senior Designer to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Power Delivery professionals…
Houston, Texas | Katy, TexasCompany: Optimized Process DesignsCareer Field: EngineeringJob Number: 194442Apply: JobOptimized Process Designs (OPD), a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is looking for Senior I&E Designer…
using AutoCAD, Inventor or Civil 3D to aid in the development of concepts Produce accurate drawings and sketches and coordinate design criteria with Engineering teams while adhering to Subsea7 GOM Drafting, ASME, and ISO…
$80k - $140k
DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communiti…
Instrument Designer JOB-10047627 Anticipated Start Date October 12, 2026 Location Houston, TX Type of Employment Contract Hire Employer Info Our client is an industry leader in engineering applications and industrial saf…
group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you. Hatch is seeking Civil Designers to join the team in Houston, TX. We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our fla…
We fill your calendar. You close the sale. At full production, our designers earn over $100,000 a year — and we'll show you the math before you ever accept the job. Here's the deal: We generate your leads. No cold callin…
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You are a self-driven, energetic, self-learner who is comfortable taking appointments after completing our 1 week training program. Must be available to host up to 5 appointments per week including on Saturdays and eveni…
JOB DESCRIPTION Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. Wood Consulting Subsea is currently recruiting for a Lead Designer/Draftsman to join our Design and Drafting Team in Houston, Texas (…
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Join Our Team! Our client, a respected leader in the building materials industry , is seeking a skilled Truss Designer to join their growing team. This is a great opportunity to work for a stable, family-oriented company…
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What instructional designers earn in Houston
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $26–$33 | $54k–$69k |
| Mid level | $32–$41 | $67k–$86k |
| Senior | $40–$52 | $83k–$108k |
Adjusted for the Houston market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Learning objectives and assessmentCurriculum design (ADDIE, SAM)E-learning authoring (Storyline, Rise)LMS administrationSME collaborationVisual and UX sensibilityWriting and editingProject managementLearning analytics
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your design process for a new course, start to finish.
Ground it in a real project: needs analysis, objectives, design decisions, build, and evaluation. Name your model but do not hide behind it.
How do you work with a subject-matter expert who wants to include everything?
Show diplomacy plus method: return to the objectives, ask what learners must do afterward, and move nice-to-know content to references.
How do you measure whether your training actually worked?
Go beyond completion rates: assessment performance, behavior change, or business metrics. A Kirkpatrick-style example with real numbers is strong.
What authoring tools do you use, and can you show samples?
Name your stack, such as Storyline, Rise, Camtasia, or Figma, and have a portfolio ready. Expect to explain design choices in one sample.
Tell me about a project where the timeline or scope collapsed. What did you do?
Show prioritization: protecting the core learning outcome, cutting polish before substance, and communicating tradeoffs early.
How do you design for accessibility?
Mention concrete practices: captions, alt text, color contrast, keyboard navigation, and WCAG or Section 508 familiarity. Specifics beat intentions.
How are you thinking about AI tools in your design workflow?
Show pragmatism: where AI speeds drafting or asset creation, and where human judgment on accuracy and pedagogy stays essential.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For instructional designers specifically — generic advice costs you here
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Link to a portfolio with two or three course samples and briefly note your role and the measured result for each.
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Name your tool stack explicitly: Articulate Storyline, Rise, Captivate, Camtasia, and the LMS platforms you have administered.
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Quantify scale and outcomes: courses shipped, learners served, completion or assessment gains, or reduced training time.
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Show your process literacy by naming models (ADDIE, SAM, backward design) in context of real projects, not as buzzwords.
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Include relevant credentials such as an instructional design masters, ATD certification, or CPTD where you have them.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Instructional Design Assistant
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Instructional Designer
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Senior Instructional Designer
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Learning Experience Manager
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