Education · Richmond, VA

Instructional Designer jobs in Richmond, VA

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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$26–$52/hr
Typical pay range
$77k
Median, full-time
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Sales Design Consultant

The Tile Shop · Glen Allen, VA · Full-time

natural stones. With a network that comprises more than 140 stores, we offer a wide selection of high-quality tile products, exclusive designs, expert staff and amazing customer service. Job Description Proactively greet…

Posted 2d ago
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Interior Designer/Account Manager

Ampa Events · Henrico, VA · Full-time
$55k - $65k

: If you have interior design degree and at least 5+ years of experience in the event industry with sales training, have an understanding of the event industry, and rendering skills, then this is the perfect position for…

Posted 3d ago
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Designer

Daybreak IT Solutions · Richmond, VA
$45k - $53k

Job Title: Designer We are partnering with a local Creative and Design firm searching for a Designer who brings sharp creative instincts and a collaborative spirit to every project. If you love turning briefs into stando…

Posted 1w ago
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Senior Revit Technician / Designer

Daybreak IT Solutions · Richmond, VA
$75k - $110k

our client's Scan-to-BIM modeling work. This role requires real, hands-on experience coordinating scan data and Revit models with design and construction teams. You'll lead the modeling work, set the standard for quality…

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Senior Mechanical/Piping 3D Designer

Progressive Design · Midlothian, VA · Full-time
$80k - $120k

Progressive Design, Inc. is currently seeking an entrepreneurial spirited Senior Mechanical Designer. This is a full time/direct hire position. The position ideally will be located in Midlothian, Virginia (Richmond, VA a…

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Senior UX Designer

Simple Thread · Glen Allen, VA
$95k - $155k

Job Description We are looking for a thoughtful, detail-oriented designer to be the next member of our growing developer-owned, remote-friendly, people-first, hyphen-loving company. Candidates need to have significant pr…

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GRAPHIC DESIGN

Oakwood Arts · Richmond, VA

GRAPHIC DESIGN Main Supervisor: Programs Coordinator + Development Manager Will also serve as support for: Executive Director, Operations Director, Administrative Assistant Qualifications ~Oakwood Arts is looking for an…

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Truss Designer

Gpac · Richmond, VA · Full-time
$40k - $70k

Truss Designer We just partnered with a local, leading building materials company and they're hunting for a skilled Truss Designer to join their growing team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Produces floor and r…

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Kitchen/Bath Designer

Gpac · Richmond, VA · Full-time
$70k - $90k

Kitchen/Bath Designer We are searching for an exceptional, hands-on Kitchen Designer to create blueprints for our clients. The Kitchen Designer will be required to consider the intended purposes of each kitchen, along wi…

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Wall Panel Designer

Gpac · Richmond, VA · Full-time

Wall Panel Designer We have just partnered with a multi-family truss and panel leader looking to add a Wall Panel Designer to the team. This company sells only premium-quality building products in areas such as framing l…

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What instructional designers earn in Richmond

Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives

ExperienceHourlyAnnual, full-time
Entry level $26–$33 $54k–$69k
Mid level $32–$42 $67k–$87k
Senior $40–$52 $84k–$109k

Adjusted for the Richmond 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

01 Instructional Design Assistant
02 Instructional Designer
03 Senior Instructional Designer
04 Learning Experience Manager
05 Director of Learning & Development
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