Hire Expert Instructional Designers on BorderlessPro
Transform your training content into powerful, results-driven learning experiences by hiring a professional instructional designer on BorderlessPro. Whether you’re building an eLearning course, launching a new employee onboarding system, or developing training programs for specific industries, the right instructional designer can make your material engaging, accessible, and educationally effective.
What Is an Instructional Designer?
An instructional designer is a specialist in creating learning experiences that are structured, interactive, and goal-oriented. Their work includes developing training materials, designing eLearning modules, crafting curricula, and integrating multimedia to support knowledge retention. Instructional designers often combine expertise in learning science with digital tools like authoring software, LMS platforms, and content development tools to shape how people learn.
They typically collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs), trainers, and HR teams to turn complex content into clear, digestible formats tailored for learners—whether that’s employees, customers, or students.
Core Services Provided by Instructional Designers
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eLearning Development: SCORM-compliant modules, interactive simulations, video lessons, quizzes
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Curriculum Design: Structured course outlines, competency frameworks, learning objectives
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Instructional Strategy: Learning methodologies based on target audience and delivery method
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Multimedia Content Creation: Scripts for training videos, infographics, microlearning materials
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LMS Integration: Design and deployment of materials into platforms like Moodle, TalentLMS, or LearnDash
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Assessment Design: Formative and summative evaluation strategies to measure learning effectiveness
Why Hire an Instructional Designer?
Hiring a freelance instructional designer gives your project a competitive edge in learner engagement and information retention. With their expertise, you can improve the efficiency and scalability of your training programs—whether you’re educating teams across continents or delivering a single compliance course.
Key Benefits
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Improved Learning Outcomes: Content is designed to meet specific cognitive goals and outcomes.
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Faster Time to Competency: Learners gain skills quicker through structured, accessible formats.
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Platform Flexibility: Materials can be built for web, mobile, SCORM, or LMS integration.
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Cost Efficiency: Save time and internal resources by outsourcing complex content design to a specialist.
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Scalable Assets: Reusable modules and templates reduce long-term training costs.
How to Hire Instructional Designers on BorderlessPro
Follow our proven 4-step process to hire a freelance instructional designer who fits your project goals:
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Sign Up: Create a free client account on BorderlessPro.
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Post a Project: Clearly describe your training needs, audience, delivery method (e.g., mobile-first, LMS), and desired outcomes.
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Review and Interview: Compare portfolios, message potential candidates, and set up interviews to discuss their design process.
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Hire With Confidence: Choose your ideal designer and collaborate through BorderlessPro’s secure platform.
Post a project and let us match you with the right Instructional Designer. Whether it’s an interactive eLearning course or a multi-module training system, BorderlessPro is your access point to world-class freelance instructional design talent.
How to Write an Effective Instructional Designer Job Post
A well-structured job post attracts top-tier freelance talent. Here’s what to include:
Job Title Examples
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Instructional Designer Needed for Employee Onboarding Course
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eLearning Expert to Develop Interactive Training Modules
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Remote Instructional Designer for Healthcare Compliance Training
Job Description Checklist
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Project Scope: What are you building—courses, training guides, simulations?
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Format & Tools: Mention LMS platforms or authoring tools you prefer (e.g., Articulate, Adobe Captivate, Camtasia).
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Target Audience: Define who the learning is for—sales teams, university students, new hires, etc.
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Deliverables: Storyboards, SCORM packages, video scripts, assessments
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Duration: Is this a single course or a long-term learning initiative?
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Budget: Share your range and whether it’s a fixed-price or hourly project.
Common Instructional Designer Responsibilities
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Designing instructional experiences using learning models like ADDIE or SAM
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Creating scripts, layouts, and templates for digital learning environments
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Developing learner assessments and feedback mechanisms
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Producing graphics or visuals to support concepts
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Writing voiceover scripts or microcopy for tutorials and video guides
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Collaborating with SMEs, developers, and animators for content rollout
Desired Skills and Qualifications
While each project may require specific expertise, the most sought-after skills in freelance instructional designers include:
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Proficiency with authoring tools (Articulate Storyline, Rise, Captivate)
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Experience with LMS platforms (Moodle, TalentLMS, Blackboard)
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Understanding of learning theories (Bloom’s Taxonomy, Cognitive Load Theory)
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Content writing and editing skills
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Graphic design or visual storytelling ability
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Familiarity with SCORM, xAPI, or AICC standards
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At least 1–2 years of instructional design experience
Industries That Hire Instructional Designers
Instructional design services are essential across sectors where knowledge transfer, compliance, and internal training are business-critical. Common industries include:
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Corporate Training: Sales enablement, onboarding, leadership development
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Healthcare: HIPAA training, procedural training for nurses and staff
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Education: Online course development for academic institutions
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Finance & Insurance: Compliance and regulatory education
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Software & IT: Product walkthroughs, customer onboarding flows
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Government & NGOs: Public awareness campaigns, civic training programs
FAQ
How do I know if I need an instructional designer or a course creator?
Instructional designers build structured learning experiences. If you need interactive content with measurable outcomes, choose an instructional designer over a general course creator.
Can instructional designers work with our existing materials?
Yes, many specialize in converting raw content (PDFs, manuals, PPTs) into dynamic, engaging learning formats.
What’s the typical timeline for instructional design projects?
Small projects may take 2–4 weeks. Larger multi-module projects or curriculum builds may take 2–6 months depending on scope.
What’s the cost of hiring an instructional designer?
Freelance instructional designers on BorderlessPro typically charge between $25–$85 per hour depending on experience, industry, and complexity of deliverables.
Can I hire someone to build both the content and the visuals?
Yes. Many instructional designers also have graphic design or multimedia capabilities. You can also pair them with a freelance visual designer for more polished assets.
Ready to elevate your learning experience?
Hire a vetted Instructional Designer on BorderlessPro and bring your training vision to life.
