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Instructional Designer jobs in St. Louis, MO
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–$49/hr
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$72k
Median, full-time
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$82.24k - $101.6k
Studio Designer - Interior Design in GAC St. Louis Unique Skills: Salary Range - $82,240.00 to $101,600.00 Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree Interior Design or related curriculum required or equival…
in solving big problems. Every product, strategy, or asset we create must be both beautiful and functional; practical, usable, and designed for real-world impact. Humans are our most valuable resource, and we only grow b…
$55k - $64k
experience and aspirations make you a good match for this position, we encourage you to apply. ABOUT THE ROLE This position will have a design/ technical focus and be a member of our multi-disciplinary team, collaboratin…
If you are a Industrial Designer professional looking for an opportunity to grow your career, Emerson Tool Company has an exciting opportunity to join our Engineering team in St. Louis, Missouri. In this role, you will c…
$164.9k - $223.1k
and review performance, specification, and compliance requirements. We ensure traceability between requirements, analysis, and design within MBSE digital models and the final integrated products. We ensure system design…
$82 per hour
Title: Senior Digital Experience Designer Location: St. Louis, MO Company: Fortune 100 Food & Beverage Manufacturing (FuseGlobal has worked with this company for 20 years) Initial term: 12 months (position expected to ru…
$72k - $92.44k
be provided for candidates who are not currently located within commuting distance of the position. The New Product Industrial Designer is integral to the new product development process within Spectrum Brands’ Home & Ga…
Reports To: Design Manager Job Purpose: Collaborate with the client through the planning process, develop unique, innovative remodeling solutions, and prepare clear, accurate documentation for Production. Key Responsibil…
Interior Designer (Healthcare) – St. Louis Lawrence Group is a place for dreamers. That’s a quality we look for in our clients – and in our employees. These dreams – these ideas – inspire us. They move us forward. From t…
model for the role is: Onsite #LI-Onsite Your role and responsibilities: ABB is seeking a highly skilled Tool & Stamping Die Design Engineer specializing in motor lamination carbide progressive stamping dies and advanced…
Lawrence Group is a building design, development, and project delivery firm headquartered in St. Louis with offices in Austin, New York, and Central Florida. With 170+ employees, Lawrence Group services include architect…
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What instructional designers earn in St. Louis
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $25–$31 | $51k–$64k |
| Mid level | $30–$39 | $63k–$81k |
| Senior | $38–$49 | $78k–$101k |
Adjusted for the St. Louis 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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