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Job Profile:
Instructional Technologist 3Job Family:
Instructional Design and TechnologyTime Type:
Full timeApply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.Job Description:
Under general direction, the Instructional Designer Senior collaborates with faculty, academic leaders, and subject matter experts to design, develop, implement, and continuously improve high-quality learning experiences for online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced programs. As a member of the School of Technology for Public Health (STPH) - a newly established and rapidly growing academic unit - this position offers a unique opportunity to help shape the school's educational vision, influence the design of innovative graduate and undergraduate programs, and establish instructional design standards that will define the student learning experience for years to come. The Instructional Designer Senior applies evidence-based instructional design principles, learning sciences, backward design methodologies, and assessment best practices to create engaging, learner-centered educational experiences that promote student success and achievement of program learning outcomes.
The Instructional Designer Senior serves as a strategic educational consultant, partnering with faculty to transform ideas into exceptional learning experiences while helping build a culture of educational innovation, continuous improvement, and excellence across the school.
Salary Range: $66,200 to $80,000; DOE
Essential Duties:
Collaborate with faculty and academic leaders to design, develop, and continuously improve online, hybrid, and technology-enhanced courses using evidence-based instructional design principles.
Apply backward design methodologies to align program outcomes, course outcomes, instructional materials, learning activities, and assessments.
Consult with faculty on course design, authentic assessment, educational technologies, accessibility, and best practices in teaching and learning.
Develop instructional resources, templates, multimedia materials, and documentation that promote consistent, high-quality learning experiences across academic programs.
Support curriculum mapping, quality assurance, program assessment, and accreditation initiatives to ensure alignment with university and professional standards.
Evaluate, recommend, and support the implementation of educational technologies that enhance student learning and faculty effectiveness.
Facilitate faculty training, workshops, and individual consultations on instructional design, educational technology, and innovative teaching practices.
Manage multiple instructional design projects while collaborating with faculty, instructional technology staff, and university partners to meet project timelines.
Research emerging instructional design trends, learning sciences, artificial intelligence, and educational technologies, incorporating appropriate innovations into course and program development.
Work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic academic environment while exercising sound judgment, maintaining effective working relationships, and adapting to changing priorities.
Other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications:
Master's degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Learning Sciences, Curriculum & Instruction, Adult Education, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience designing and developing online or hybrid courses in a higher education environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of instructional design methodologies, including backward design and evidence-based teaching and learning practices.
Experience collaborating with faculty and subject matter experts to develop engaging, learner-centered educational experiences.
Experience designing authentic assessments, rubrics, and curriculum aligned with measurable learning outcomes.
Experience supporting curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation, or continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Demonstrated knowledge of learning management systems (Canvas preferred) and educational technologies used to support teaching and learning.
Experience developing multimedia instructional materials and utilizing emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to enhance learning.
Demonstrated knowledge of accessibility standards, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and inclusive course design principles.
Experience managing multiple instructional design projects while building collaborative relationships across stakeholders.
Experience collaborating with faculty and subject matter experts in health fields to develop engaging, learner-centered educational experiences.
Working Environment:
Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse
Regularly uses a desktop or laptop computer, learning management systems, video conferencing platforms, and other instructional and productivity technologies.
Department Statement:
The School of Technology for Public Health at ASU is pioneering a new field that re-imagines public health infrastructure for the 21st century by creating more integrative, responsive and resilient systems to protect the health of people in Arizona and beyond.
Designed in collaboration with national leaders and informed by listening sessions with local communities and health departments, the School is the first-of-its-kind in the nation to train students who are bilingual in public health and technology. By teaching students to be “technofluent,” the School serves as a catalyst to build and deploy the products, programs and systems needed to shape the future of public health this decade and beyond.
As part of ASU Health’s dynamic, innovation-driven ecosystem, the School integrates public health, engineering, data science, design thinking and community-engagement to develop leaders who will transform health systems, advance equity and drive impact at scale.
Join us as we build the future of public health — where technology and humanity converge to protect communities, improve outcomes and re-shape what it means to keep people healthy.
Driving Requirement:
Driving is not required for this position.Location:
Campus: Downtown PhoenixFunding:
No Federal FundingInstructions to Apply:
Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub .
To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:
- Cover letter Resume or CV
Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.
Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.
Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.
Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.
Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.
ASU Statement:
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf . You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources .
ASU’s comprehensive benefits package is a key part of your total compensation. Visit the ASU Compensation Estimator
Employment Verification Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement:
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
Fingerprint Check Statement:
A fingerprint check is not required for this position.Senior Designer Jobs by Experience Level
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior designer jobs.
- 5 or more years of professional design experience with a portfolio demonstrating shipped work
- Proficiency in Figma, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite depending on the team's stack
- Experience leading design projects end-to-end across research, concepting, and delivery
- Ability to communicate design decisions to non-design stakeholders and product teams
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, interaction design, or a related visual discipline
- Familiarity with design systems, component libraries, and brand guidelines at scale
Tips for Your Senior Designer Job Search
Tailor your portfolio for each application
Senior designer roles expect depth, not just volume. Pull three or four projects that match the company's product type or industry and lead with outcomes, not just deliverables. A portfolio curated for the role converts far better than a general one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists senior designer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Surface leadership through your resume
Most senior designer listings require cross-functional collaboration or mentorship. Your resume should name the teams you partnered with and the junior designers you guided, not just the tools you used. Reviewers look for this to distinguish senior from mid-level candidates.
Filter openings by design discipline
Senior designer is a broad title. Search by the specific discipline you want, such as product, brand, or motion, to avoid spending time on roles that expect a different specialization. Mismatched applications waste your time and lower your response rate.
Prepare a design critique for interviews
Many senior designer interviews include a live critique of an existing product or piece of work. Practice articulating tradeoffs clearly: what works, what you'd change, and why. Interviewers use this to gauge your strategic thinking, not just your aesthetic judgment.
Negotiate scope as well as compensation
When you reach the offer stage, ask about design team size, tools budget, and how much influence the role has over product direction. These factors shape day-to-day satisfaction as much as pay and are reasonable questions at the senior level.
Senior Designer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most senior designers?
The companies hiring the most senior designers right now include Sargent & Lundy, Amazon, and 24 Seven Talent, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in tech and healthcare organizations that maintain in-house design teams.
How many senior designer jobs are remote?
About 75% of senior designer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more remote-accessible roles in the design field. Product and UX-focused senior designer positions tend to have the highest share of remote availability compared to brand or in-house agency roles.
How do you become a senior designer?
You become a senior designer by building a portfolio that demonstrates ownership of full design cycles, not just execution of assigned tasks. Start leading projects independently, document your decision-making process, and seek out opportunities to mentor junior colleagues. Most designers reach the senior level after consistently delivering work that shapes product or brand direction without close oversight.
Can you get hired as a senior designer without extensive experience?
Getting hired as a senior designer with limited experience is possible if your portfolio shows the quality and scope of thinking the title requires, even if your years on paper fall short. Freelance projects, contract work, and self-initiated case studies that demonstrate strategic decisions and end-to-end ownership can substitute for conventional full-time tenure in many hiring conversations.
What does the senior designer interview process look like?
Senior designer interviews typically involve a portfolio review where you walk through your process and defend design choices, followed by a design exercise or take-home challenge. Later rounds often include cross-functional conversations with product managers or engineers to assess collaboration style. Final stages frequently include a critique session or a meeting with design leadership to evaluate strategic and cultural fit.
Where can I find and apply to senior designer jobs?
You can find and apply to senior designer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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