How Much Do Instructional Designers Make? Instructional Design Salary Explored

TL;DR

This video provides an analysis of instructional design salaries and freelance rates based on data from various reports and the creator's own experience.

Transcript

If you're an instructional designer or you're  thinking about becoming an instructional designer,   then it's a good idea to know how much  money instructional designers make.   In this video, we'll look at data from a variety  of different instructional design reports,   and hopefully this information will help you  know your worth or just get a b... Read More

Key Insights

• ⌛ The average total compensation for instructional designers in the USA is $85,000, with the average salary being around $81,000 for full-time employees.
• 🛀 The Learning Guild report from 2018 shows that the average salary for instructional designers in the US is $84,000.
• ❓ Instructional coordinators' salary data is often mistakenly used as a reference for instructional designers, even though the roles are different.
• 😚 Freelance instructional designers can earn significant income, with the creator of the video earning close to $200,000 in a year.
• ☠️ Hourly rates for freelance instructional designers range from $45 to $60, with more experienced designers being able to charge higher rates.
• ⏳ Transitioning from hourly rates to project pricing can significantly increase earnings, with some projects earning mid-to-high three figures or low four figures per hour.
• ✋ Formal instructional design experience is not a requirement for landing high-paying roles, as portfolios and practical experience are often valued by employers.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is the average total compensation for instructional designers in the USA?

The average total compensation for instructional designers in the USA is around $85,000, including salaries and freelance earnings.

Q: What is the average salary for instructional designers in the US according to the Learning Guild report?

According to the Learning Guild report from 2018, the average salary for instructional designers in the US is around $84,000.

Q: Can instructional designers with no formal experience earn higher salaries?

Yes, instructional designers with solid portfolios can land corporate roles that pay close to or above six figures, even without formal instructional design experience.

Q: What are the average hourly rates for freelance instructional designers?

The average hourly rates for freelance instructional designers range from $45 to $60. More experienced designers with strong portfolios can charge between $65 to $100 per hour.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The average total compensation for instructional designers in the USA is around $85,000, with full-time employees earning around $81,000.

• Globally, excluding the USA, the average total compensation for instructional designers is approximately $70,000.

• The Learning Guild report from 2018 shows that the average salary for instructional designers in the US is around $84,000.