How to Become an Instructional Designer in 2024

[@DevlinPeckYT]

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[@martinjasonm]

This video was extremely helpful. A friend who does ID told me that I've been doing ID and didn't know it. I've worked with HR and L&D departments in numerous roles to develop interactive courses because I have advanced PPT, design, and video editing skills. I even have screenshots of some of those courses. My career is marketing but I find more fulfillment in helping people succeed. I believe I can help more people be successful through ID.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks for sharing your story! I bet you'll find that your experience resonates with a lot of people in this community. Excited for you to take the leap :D

[@DiamondFlame45]

I notice the ones who say the ID field is becoming saturated tend to have entered the field before it became wide known. Honestly, they just come across as gatekeeping. I see this a lot in software engineering as well.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

That's an interesting observation, especially comparing it to SWE. Thanks for sharing!

[@Bouchergator09]

it was so helpful to hear others experiencing "imposter syndrome" and that I don't have to accept junior position roles just because I am new at ID, especially bc I am an educator with over a decade of experience. This helps me know I don't have to sell myself short because I am new. I am excited knowing that I am capable of theory knowledge and program development. thanks again!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Imposter syndrome can sometimes be the biggest factor holding you back. Thanks for watching!

[@kaylas9191]

Thank you so much for this series! I am a veteran art teacher with additional higher ed in illustration and graphic design and ID sounds really exciting. Ten years in education teaching six grades everyday has provided a lot of extra skills and I have been searching high and low where I could exactly fit in.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

ID is a great option if you're passionate about learning and design! Glad this feels like a good fit for you :D

[@OnlyNicoleBrown]

Thank you for all of your content! I’m in the process of transitioning from teaching to instructional design. Working on my portfolio as I listen to you!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks for watching, and I hope you find it to be helpful! Keep it up and hope the transition is going well 😁

[@JBrynnJ]

Same here! I found this channel a few months ago and have chugged through the content to get the courage to transition.

[@sahirafazal6718]

Hey, does anyone know of any courses available (other than long expensive courses such as CIPD5)? Currently a teacher

[@niadavis870]

I home school my children and I just want to create instructional videos for my children to watch while I work (I work from home)

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Awesome, thanks for watching :) There are a lot of free and low-cost platforms out there for you to build with. We tend to focus on adult learning theory on the channel, but there is so much overlap. I hope you find some of the info useful.

[@lotstothinkgaming]

I am in a weird place in my life, I am educated in tech but have been feeling so out of place in the field. I do business consultancy from time to time and ended up becoming a teacher (very new to teaching). Now I want to merge tech and teaching and came across this field and your channel. Learning as much as I can!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Awesome that you found your way to ID! Maybe now you can merge your skillsets into a new career? Thanks for watching!

[@JaZxZeE]

Currently working through your boot camp and I’m loving it. Thank you 😊

[@DevlinPeckYT]

So glad you're enjoying it! Thanks for watching :)

[@apowerfulwomanofgod9172]

@@DevlinPeckYTinformation on the boot camp first time here .

[@jimmyjames6492]

❤THANKS FOR ALL THAT YOU DO!!!!! ❤ Your videos + information helped me in obtaining my Masters in Instructional Design & Technology!!! Can't thank you enough!!!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You are so welcome! Congratulations on your Masters and thank you for supporting the channel :) I'm glad the content has been helpful on your journey.

[@angelesruiz7067]

Thank you so much for your videos . They’re incredibly informative and helpful !!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You are so welcome! Glad they're helpful :)

[@emsvincoffee5184]

Thank you so much for this comprehensive guide, Devlin. Very helpful. Wish you and your team more success this year!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

I'm glad it was helpful. And thank you! I appreciate the comment :D

[@techielabteacher]

Excellent Updated Overview! I appreciate the fact you keep updated what is happening in the field.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Glad you found it insightful! Always trying to keep up with the latest :D

[@farahAshraf-k3x]

This is a real gem, very informative. Thank you so much.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mvinstruccional]

Saludos cordiales. Reitero mi profundo agradecimiento por tu generosidad y la del equipo que te acompaña. Veo que en este nuevo video vuelves a la concepción original de primero aprender los principios y teorías (bases conceptuales) y posteriormente la tecnología, me parece bien acertada esa aproximación. En algún video anterior iniciabas con la tecnología y en la lista de verificación también se presenta en ese orden, enfoque más pragmático supongo. Por cierto, creo que sería recomendable actualizar la lista de verificación (Become an ID checklist) incorporando la inteligencia artificial, ¡que buen aporte! Gracias, gracias, gracias.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thank you so much for watching! I'm glad the resources have been helpful and great idea about adding AI tools to the checklist :)

[@jamesw7072]

I'm an online adjunct business professor and aiming to compliment that income with instructional design. I'm also a PhD candidate with an MBA and thinks this gives me an edge as a corporate or academic ID. Learning Articulate Storyline, Rise, and Adobe atm and tweeking resume, LinkedIn, and portfolio. Do you provide consultations without enrolling in the entire boot camp?

[@DiamondFlame45]

I work as a LMS administrator in my company and I am currently upskilling in Camtasia. I highly recommend it because LD falls into 2 lanes in the corporate side. Talent Development or Product/Enablement. Camtasia is used more in Product/Enablement

[@DevlinPeckYT]

I could see that background definitely give you an edge in the field, depending on how you present those skills. And yes, my team only offers individualized feedback in the bootcamp. Feel free to apply if you're interested!

[@ArbiaKhiari-nx2hu]

Thankyou so much this is really hepful!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

So glad to hear it. Thanks for watching :)

[@thekitchenmeetings5311]

Hi , I recently got certification in ID but couldn't be successful on landing my first job uptill now. Though, I got interviewed, but failing consistently. Even I am ready to work for free. What should I learn or what are the next reliable steps to do. Please help!! Regards.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hey there :) Congrats on getting your certificate! From what we've seen from hiring managers, most companies are looking for IDs who are proficient in industry standard tools like Storyline, can apply ID theory to solving problems, and have effective communication skills. The next steps might be to start working on your portfolio to show off those skillsets. There are some portfolio examples on this channel as well as my website to give you an idea: www.devlinpeck.com/showcase

[@maddie8winter_]

I am an early childhood educator. Is it possible to shift careers to become an instructional designer?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Totally, my team as with tons of former educators from lots of different contexts, so it's definitely possible. If you're willing to take the time to upskill and feel like the field is a good fit, I'd say go for it!

[@drakealexander6668]

Hello I'm interested in ID but I'm a bit lost on where to start. I have a B.S. but some teaching experience. Should I jump straight into a Masters in ID? Thank you for your input.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

It depends on the type of work you're hoping to do. Most corporate hiring managers don't require a MA, since they're typically looking for more hands-on skills and business acumen. But pursuing a second degree won't hurt if you have the time! I walk through some of the pros and cons in more depth in this video. Feel free to check it out :D kzbin.info/www/bejne/jafUnoSlZrWio80

[@ColleneBay]

Im wondering what advice you would give an ID that is working with an LMS that doens not have integration capabilities (:SCORM, AICC, xAPI)?

[@venkateshachary9416]

Can I switch to instructional design? I transitioned from the UX design field and focused mainly on graphic design and UI design work.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

It's never too late to make the transition, if it feels like the right fit for you. You may need do some upskilling in the correct software and make sure you can utilize learning theories to solve problems, but we see people transition from lots of different fields! Thanks for watching :D

[@rexmarz]

I have recently graduated from a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, Majoring in Visual Communication, can I switch or pursue being an Instructional Designer?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

If you feel like ID is a good fit for you, it's never to late to take the leap! You may need to upskill in the tools, brush up on how to apply the theory, and build a portfolio, but it's definitely doable :D

[@teresaannmay37]

Hello Delvin! I was a special education para with a BS in Human Services but never had my teaching license I went back to school for a masters but I don’t think I can face a classroom after what happened for me …I wanted to switch to a library job but came across this…do you think I need a license to teach? I have 10years of special ed experience….can you help me?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hey there, those 10 years of experience are definitely relevant in the ID field. Feel free to reach out us here and schedule a time to chat with someone on the team. www.devlinpeck.com/contact We can help you figure out if it's right for you and give you some resources to get started if you decide it's something you'd like to pursue :D Thanks for watching!

[@teresaannmay37]

@@DevlinPeckYT I absolutely WILL !

[@vilip22-z3x]

Are there any people from Europe joining the boot camp? Do we have any stats for Europe based IDs?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

There are! We have people from all over joining the bootcamp, including Europe, and we don't have any hard data on the ID market there yet :) Thanks for watching

[@wenzen9897]

Can an ID focus mainly on Addobie software?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Knowing that software definitely helps, but you’ll want to learn an authoring tool like Storyline to be eligible for the highest number of jobs 😃

[@LivelyFutbol]

Hello Devlin. As a Bachelor of Education (BEd) student who will be graduating this year and has 6 months of teaching experience, do you believe it would be wise to begin transitioning into instructional design?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hey there, if it seems like the right fit for where you want to go next, it's never to early to begin the transition. It can take some time to build the skills, so if it's what you want to do, I'd say get a head start!

[@kittypencils4463]

I am trying to become an ID, but the only thing holding me back is being able to afford Articulate. :(

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hey there, check out Articulate's free trial! They have a great customer support team if you need to request an extension :D

[@niketapechan876]

I’m a therapist can my experience translate?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Communication is definitely a key skill for IDs. Depending on your education and background you'll probably need to do some upskilling, but if it seems like a good fit you could take the time to do that! This article may help give you some ideas: www.devlinpeck.com/content/instructional-design-skills

[@rekiatujingi4821]

As a journalist is there a possibility to transition

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You may need to brush up on the learning theories along with the tools, but yes! Journalism requires a bunch of ID skills: communication, storytelling, analysis; critical thinking. If you feel like it's a good fit and you can take the time to upskill, I'd say give it a shot!

[@palmtreesandmoonbeams]

Thank you, what a great overview of the current state of becoming an ID. I'm glad that you mentioned practicing with the LMS, this has been an area that I have wondered about. Overall, this video was very encouraging. I hope you and your team have a very successful and fulfilling year:)

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching :D

[@nkt8675]

What certificate can I complete within 6 months online in Instructional Design? It is requested in the new job postings I’m viewing. I have a Bachelor degree in Advertising and plenty of skills in design, presentation and coaching employees in the workplace, but I want to strengthen my resume and increase knowledge on developing training as well as learning Articulate. Thank you

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Thanks for watching! Here are a few options for you to take a look at :) (the bootcamp is on there too which sounds like it fits what you're looking for. Apply if you're interested! ) ... www.devlinpeck.com/content/instructional-design-certifications

[@ArticOwl22]

I am in higher education in web technology and currently pursing a masters in ID! Loved this video. Thank you

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Best of luck with your degree! Glad it was helpful

[@ArticOwl22]

@@DevlinPeckYT thank you!

[@harikrishnagaddam8127]

Hi I am from complete E learning platform and i am having 11 years of experience as a Course Developer bad designer but now I want to become an instructional Designer but the challenging part about me is in am very poor in grammatical area so now my question is now if I join instructional designer will I will be able to get success?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Good communication is a key ID skill, so you may want to brush up on your communication skills alongside any other upskilling you're doing. There are definitely tools and resources out there to help you improve your writing and grammar :D Thanks for watching!

[@thaerenglish84]

What tools and programming languages do I need to become learning designer??

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Generally speaking, you'll want to be proficient in an authoring tool, one or two graphic editing software and know your way around a LMS. You don't need to know any programming languages for most ID roles, but if you're interested in that type of work, it won't hurt you to show off that skillset!

[@meganhnatuk3365]

what is the best school for a degree in Instructional Design?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Hey there! Here's a list of a few options: www.devlinpeck.com/content/instructional-design-courses

[@LuloDevineFunLearning]

This is so helpful, thank you so much!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You're so welcome!

[@tomsharpe8668]

This was a great overview on how to become an instructional designer! I currently have an Ed.S. in ID and am pursuing my Ph.D. while employed as a high school teacher. Is your ID Boot Camp more geared towards those without an experience in the field? Thanks!

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You don't need to have any prior experience in ID to join the bootcamp. We work with a lot of people from different backgrounds, including former educators! Thanks for watching :)

[@shonellamorgan1867]

@@DevlinPeckYT what is the cost for the boot camp and how long does it last?

[@bella420js]

I was thinking about taking an AIDA course, but was curious as to how legitimate it was. Not sure if anyone else has knowledge on it.

[@DevlinPeckYT]

I can't say I know much about that course specifically, but here are a few recommendations to compare to: www.devlinpeck.com/content/instructional-design-certifications

[@bella420js]

@DevlinPeckYT thank you

[@torreyharris8121]

Thanks! Great info

[@DevlinPeckYT]

You bet!

[@kandisnesmith1051]

I have a Macbook. From my understanding, I can't use Articulate 360 with a Mac. Is there a work around for this?

[@DevlinPeckYT]

Yes! You can use Parallels to run Windows on your Mac. Here's a tutorial on how to download it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4PCpI2cm62joJY