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Instructional Designer jobs in Philadelphia, PA
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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$28–$57/hr
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$84k
Median, full-time
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Job Details: Interior Designers – All Experience Levels | Healthcare | Philadelphia Suburbs A respected architectural firm in the Philadelphia suburbs is expanding its healthcare design team and is seeking Interior Desig…
We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference. We're looking for a Senior Fire Protection Designer (Remote) in either Conshohocken, PA/Cary. NC/Cincinnati, OH/Indianapolis, IN/Houston TX/…
$105.7k - $145.3k
selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates. Senior Experiential Designer – Signage and Wayfinding At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we ca…
$86.6k - $109.1k
At Jacobs, we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative, real‑world solutions— designing the future, today. As we continue to expand our impact across diverse s, we’re looking for team members who thrive in a fast…
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree and/or Master’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONS: NCDIQ is preferred but not required EXPERIENCE: 10 or more years of experienc…
$58.2k - $80k
be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates. We're looking for an Instrument and Controls Designer who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ busine…
$85k - $130k
the world to join us for 7 months, either in the fall or spring seasons or online. Our UX apprentices work through the end-to-end UX design and UX research process for a startup idea of their choice that will help them a…
Category: Administrative Education: Bachelors Degree Kaleidoscope Family Solutions is seeking a full-time ON-SITE Sr. Graphic Designer/ Marketing Specialist to join our growing corporate team located in Bryn Mawr, PA. ES…
in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and…
into a blank space and already see what it becomes. Now you want a role that matches your level, with a team that's serious about design, a company that's growing, and work that matters beyond the office walls. This is t…
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What instructional designers earn in Philadelphia
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $28–$37 | $59k–$76k |
| Mid level | $35–$46 | $73k–$95k |
| Senior | $44–$57 | $92k–$119k |
Adjusted for the Philadelphia 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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