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A Day in the Life of an Instructional Designer

5 Day Bootcamp

In just 5 days, you’ll go from “can I really do this?” to creating real instructional design projects that showcase your potential and give you a true feel for this in-demand career.

What's the ID Bootcamp Experience All About?

If you’ve ever wondered what instructional designers actually do each day, this bootcamp is your inside look.

Over 5 days, you’ll explore the core skills, tools, and creative processes of instructional design. The best part? You’ll immediately apply what you learn to create portfolio-ready projects.

Each day includes:

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A focused lesson to build your understanding

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Hands-on application exercises to bring learning to life

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Reviewed work samples from other aspiring IDs to guide your design choices

You’ll finish the ID Bootcamp with four ID projects and some new knowledge and skills, giving you a foundation to decide if an instructional design path is the right path for you.

Complete the ID Bootcamp Experience and Walk Away With...

Each day is designed to help you think, create, and grow like a real instructional designer. By the end of the bootcamp you'll have:

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A clear understanding of what instructional designers really do.

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Hands-on experience applying ID principles to real projects.

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ID projects showcasing your new knowledge and skills.

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The motivation to keep growing your skills and knowledge.

You don’t need any experience to start. You just need curiosity and a willingness to dive in.

Add the ID Bootcamp Experience and Receive 5 Course Guides

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Each day comes with a Course Companion Guide packed with:

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Extra tips and insights to deepen your learning in instructional design.

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Work samples from other aspiring instructional designers to learn from.

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AI Prompts to help you brainstorm, write, and design learning experiences faster.

Think of the 5 daily guides as your behind-the-scenes guide to learning instructional design like a pro and creating instructional design projects you’ll actually be proud to share.

In this comprehensive 3-hour on-demand* workshop, you'll dive headfirst into the world of freelancing as an instructional designer.

You'll start by exploring the Freelance Opportunity, where you'll uncover the dynamics of the gig economy. Then, you'll delve into the nuanced pros and cons that come with this flexible career path, supported by compelling statistics to inform your decision-making.

Your learning journey continues as the focus shifts to the essential aspects of Marketing and Networking in the freelance instructional design realm. You'll gain the strategies and tools needed to effectively promote your skills and build valuable professional connections that can open doors to exciting opportunities.

Next, you'll explore the process of Landing Contract ID gigs. You'll discover how to showcase your expertise on Upwork, learn the art of crafting winning proposals that stand out from the competition, and understand how to price your work competitively to maximize your earning potential.

But that's not all – you'll also prepare you for the real-world challenges that freelance instructional designers often face. You'll explore common hurdles like non-payment and unfavorable reviews, providing you with practical solutions and strategies to confidently overcome them.

Finally, the on-demand workshop will wrap up by empowering you with the knowledge and tools you need to successfully work from anywhere. Our goal is to set you up for long-term success in the freelance world, giving you the freedom to shape your career on your terms.

Join us in this transformative Freelancing Workshop, where you'll gain the expertise and insights to thrive as a freelance instructional designer in today's dynamic job market.

*This on-demand workshop is recording of a live workshop.

The ID Bootcamp Experience is For...

🎯 Career Changers exploring instructional design as a new path

🧠 Educators, trainers, or content creators ready to pivot into learning design

🚀 Anyone who loves learning and wants to create courses

Add the ID Bootcamp Experience and Start Practicing Real Instructional Design Skills Today!

This is your opportunity to try on the role of an instructional designer and create real work you can show off.

Join the 5 Day Bootcamp and start creating your portfolio today.

Featured Courses

Build the skills and portfolio you need to launch or grow your instructional design career. Learn to design, develop, and deliver impactful learning solutions.

Create a portfolio, resume, & LinkedIn profile that gets you noticed when you apply for ID jobs. Get practice answering real instructional design interview questions to build your confidence!

Learn easy methods to keep tasks organized, hit your deadlines, and finish what you start, whether you are working, volunteering, or managing life at home.

The Instructional Design Company is a woman-owned, family-led business helping teachers, aspiring instructional designers, and career changers build successful, fulfilling careers in instructional design and learning & development.

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