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Education · Milwaukee, WI
Instructional Designer jobs in Milwaukee, WI
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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$25–$50/hr
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$74k
Median, full-time
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$93.4k - $145k
Auto req ID: 56052 Title: Senior Designer - Chassis Systems Job Function: Engineering Location: PDC Workplace Category:... ...supporting engineering guidelines, detailed drawings, assembly instructions, tolerance analyse…
We are actively looking for multiple Creo Designers with strong mechanical design and automotive product development experience for an onsite opportunity in Wauwatosa, WI. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates…
Are you a creative, passionate, and ambitious design professional looking to make an impact on the places where people live, work, and play? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can work collaboratively to de…
Are you a creative, passionate, and ambitious design professional looking to make an impact on the places where people live, work, and play? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can work collaboratively to de…
Associates is a well-established, employee-owned consulting engineering firm that has been providing engineering , survey, site design, transportation, municipal, construction inspection, and construction management serv…
you with job stability, opportunities for career progression, and support. We have an exciting opportunity for a Special Hazards Designer located in any of our offices or remote work. How you will contribute: This is a g…
$74.9k - $112.2k
Auto req ID: 53798 Title: Designer - Chassis Systems Job Function: Engineering Location: PDC Workplace Category:Onsite Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company Full or Part-Time: Full Time Shift: SHIFT1 At Harley-Davidson,…
$60k - $120k
Description Neroli Salon and Spa is excited to announce an opening for a Hair Designer to join our talented team in Brookfield. This full-time, on-site position offers a fantastic opportunity for entry-level professional…
$60k - $90k
Fire Sprinkler Designer Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000 (Commensurate with experience) Job Type: Full-time About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Fire Sprinkler Designer to join our team. You wil…
$80k - $110k
Fire Protection Sprinkler Designer: We are partnered with an area recognized and established fire protection and life safety system contractor who is actively looking to add a proven Sprinkler Designer to their growing t…
experience/efficiency/consistency) Division: Mechanical (Full Time, Exempt) Under the direction of the BIM Superintendent, the VDC Designer is responsible for coordinating, designing, and formatting 3D building informati…
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What instructional designers earn in Milwaukee
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $25–$32 | $52k–$66k |
| Mid level | $31–$40 | $65k–$84k |
| Senior | $39–$50 | $81k–$104k |
Adjusted for the Milwaukee 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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Director of Learning & Development
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