The Best 3 Ways to Make Money as an Instructional Designer

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One of the main reasons that people become instructional designers is because of the high earning potential and the great work-life balance.
In this video, we explore the main ways that I’ve been seeing people make a living in this space.
Of these top three possibilities, there’s at least one that is not talked about very much, and there’s a massive opportunity there that you’ll want to consider, for sure!
This field has changed my life financially in ways I would have never imagined when I first began exploring instructional design, and I’ve seen it do the same for so many other people who have transitioned into ID.
Have you explored all of these options in your journey into instructional design? Let me know what you think in the comments!
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0:00 Intro
0:52 Full-time Corporate ID
3:32 Freelancing
8:50 Course Selling

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  • @joykbrown10
    @joykbrown10 Жыл бұрын

    Please keep the freelancing content coming. I am in the baby stages of building my business and would love more advice and knowledge. Thanks, Devin!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Will do, Joy! Glad to hear that you’re interested in freelancing content. I will discuss with my team and see when we can start publishing more 😃

  • @CrystalAPlace
    @CrystalAPlace Жыл бұрын

    Really looking forward to this 10-part series, Devlin. Thank you!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome! I’m looking forward to posting it for you 😃

  • @lexus_offroad_adventures
    @lexus_offroad_adventures Жыл бұрын

    Love being an ID. My company is breaking into using Augmented Reality as a tool for automotive technical training, which is my specialty. Microsoft invited us out to their CES booth to run demos using their HoloLens AR headset. Definitely a cutting-edge, multifaceted industry. I even have time left over to run a KZread channel! Love the content man, keep it up.

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    That sounds so fun! That's awesome you get to work on cutting-edge projects like that. And I appreciate your support :D

  • @triciadowning3321
    @triciadowning3321 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for being willing to share your journey. I look forward to learning more.

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    You're welcome! Looking forward to sharing more :D

  • @jenniferzannelli9721
    @jenniferzannelli9721 Жыл бұрын

    Your videos are so valuable to me as I work on this transition. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I feel like there are not enough hours in the day to devour all the information I feel like I need to have as I go through this transition. Your videos are definitely one of the most valuable assets I have found during this journey. Thank you!

  • @grid6847
    @grid6847 Жыл бұрын

    Money transparency is the only way for people to move forward as a society. Wage gaps due to gender and racial unfairness thrive in a society of secrecy and everyone wanting to make sure they make more then the next. So it’s appreciated

  • @heatherreeddykes7231

    @heatherreeddykes7231

    Жыл бұрын

    So many reasons for wage inequity but these two are massive! I used to work in corporate Human Resources and the lack of transparency in pay structure absolutely galled me.

  • @sandyshieldsdanault7525
    @sandyshieldsdanault7525 Жыл бұрын

    Keep it coming Devlin! Looking forward to the playlist you’ll be releasing 😉

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Will do! And stay tuned 😃

  • @dallasdudzic6361
    @dallasdudzic636111 ай бұрын

    Thank you, Devlin! Your content has been invaluable in my ID journey!! Definitely would like more content about freelancing (especially for those keeping their current jobs)

  • @DiamondFlame45
    @DiamondFlame45 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your transparency! You worked so hard for your success and your earned it! I am interviewing companies for corporate ID roles but I do want to do course building on the side since it’s scalable!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome, and thanks for the support! Having a solid full-time job can really ease the stress of getting a business off the ground (if you’re able to find the time to do both), so that may work out well for you 😃

  • @jwickert3
    @jwickert3 Жыл бұрын

    I'm interested in learning more, thanks for the content!

  • @rozinamalik7628
    @rozinamalik7628 Жыл бұрын

    congratulations on your consistent growth whilst making an impact. Look forward to the course selling content.

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Rozina! Stay tuned for the first course selling vid next week :D

  • @AqueshaDru
    @AqueshaDru Жыл бұрын

    Yes, we'd love more freelance content!!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Okay, we’re on it! Thank you 😃

  • @charlenefm3188
    @charlenefm3188 Жыл бұрын

    I am looking forward to the course selling content! Thanks, Devlin for always sharing how you move forward.

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Charlene! I’m excited to share it with you 😃

  • @mtomasic380
    @mtomasic380 Жыл бұрын

    I love the idea of Course Building-genius! I work in K-12 and I want to find a way to continue working with high school students. This could be a path forward. Looking forward to your videos. Thanks Devlin!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re very welcome! First one coming next week…looking forward to seeing if it sparks any good ideas 😃

  • @heatherreeddykes7231
    @heatherreeddykes7231 Жыл бұрын

    Timely as always Devlin :) I've been thinking more and more about this lately...how can I utilize all the knowledge I've gained (from my considerable years in Human Resources, including training managers on HR topics and leadership development,) and apply that to *earning money* by creating and marketing *my own* content? Definitely looking forward to more on this topic!

  • @ultrapockymonster
    @ultrapockymonster Жыл бұрын

    Really glad I found your channel. I just shifted from a career in higher ed 2 months ago. Would love to learn more about freelancing! Thanks, Devin!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad that you found your way here, too, Faith!

  • @waleedzuhairalani
    @waleedzuhairalani Жыл бұрын

    Great man and content!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!

  • @bertalankoeles
    @bertalankoeles Жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Devlin. Would love to see more content about course selling.

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    You've got it, Bertalan. Stay tuned :D

  • @vangogodesign
    @vangogodesign Жыл бұрын

    Exciting. Thanks for all your cool content!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    You’re welcome! And your channel name is great haha

  • @ajaknvm
    @ajaknvm Жыл бұрын

    would love to know more about course selling!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Excellent, thanks for letting me know! The first one of those vids goes live next week 😃

  • @FlatCapELS
    @FlatCapELS Жыл бұрын

    Hi Devlin, I would love to see additional freelancing content! I run my own freelance ID company and would love to hear more about your experiences or if you have any other resources you would like to share. Thank you for everything you do!

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for letting me know that you’d be interested in this, Philippe! Happy to help 😃

  • @alisonschnoes
    @alisonschnoes Жыл бұрын

    More freelancing and course selling content, please.

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Heard! The course selling content is definitely coming (first video next week), and I will talk to my team about the freelancing content 😃

  • @alisonschnoes

    @alisonschnoes

    Жыл бұрын

    @@DevlinPeckYT Great thank you!

  • @monicacarey4874
    @monicacarey4874 Жыл бұрын

    I am very interested in the freelance content!

  • @mzilg
    @mzilg Жыл бұрын

    Have you made a video yet on connecting with, hiring & working with voiceover talent and tips for voiceover actors connecting with ID's? 🤔

  • @redefiningalexandria7875
    @redefiningalexandria7875 Жыл бұрын

    Yes, to more freelancing content please.

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Ok, stay tuned! :D

  • @ShaRhondaCleckley
    @ShaRhondaCleckley Жыл бұрын

    I would really appreciate more content on freelancing. Thank you

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear it. ShaRhonda! Stay tuned 😃

  • @alexanderalviarSKC
    @alexanderalviarSKC Жыл бұрын

    I want to build my freelance side income while I'm an ID for Higher ED.

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    That sounds like a great goal, Alex! Stay tuned for more freelance content :D

  • @charmainemiller8939
    @charmainemiller8939 Жыл бұрын

    Congrats on reaching 7 figures in your business! That's amazing. Do you think course selling is just a fad or here to stay for a while? I've seen a ton of influencers selling courses (I've bought a few, too, but I never end up finishing!)

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Charmaine! I definitely think that it’s here to stay. The way I see it, a lot of consumers are learning new skills and upskilling for new careers by turning to KZread, Google, and paid courses / programs from the creators they like…and they’re doing this instead of going to university programs. So we’re in a time where courses like this are helping people achieve their goals more quickly and at a lower price point than university programs, and I think it will continue shifting in that direction in the years to come. Especially as there’s more and more info out there, some people are happy to pay to have it all organized and sequenced for them in one place (so they don’t have to figure it all out on their own). Good question and let me know if you have any others!

  • @timseguin6292
    @timseguin6292 Жыл бұрын

    Because of ageism in the instructional design marketplace, corporate and freelance employment is not an option. Course selling seems to be a more viable option, and I would like to see more content related to course selling.

  • @mtomasic380

    @mtomasic380

    Жыл бұрын

    Tim, could you please expand on the ageism aspect? I am north of 50 and just passing the halfway point in a masters in ID. Curious about what your experience has been. Thanks

  • @timseguin6292

    @timseguin6292

    Жыл бұрын

    @@mtomasic380 In my experience, ageism is alive, well, and consistent with studies showing age-related preference or bias in tech workplaces. I met AARP's age requirements 10 years ago. I've been designing instructional content since 2013, have two graduate certificates in ID, certificates in Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate, learned and certified in 5 different LMS. I also have a Ph.D. in a non-ID discipline. I've revised my resume following Devlin Peck's video guidance. I apply for two or more closely fitting ID positions (temp and full-time) every week for the last two years. I'm getting 10+ hits per week on Linkedin from these employers but have been ghosted every time. No further contact, interviews, etc. Even instructors in my ID certificate classes insist that "old people" don't have computer skills. So far, those that buy courses don't care how old I am, only that my course solves a problem. FWIW, I've found that only higher education cares (but not that much) about an ID master's degree. I've seen R1 research universities hire persons with sociology degrees and no skills or experience as instructional designers.

  • @nadatarek6773
    @nadatarek6773 Жыл бұрын

    I am really interested in the Freelance content, I started to explore that option and I had a couple of clients and I would like to know how can I reach more.

  • @DevlinPeckYT

    @DevlinPeckYT

    Жыл бұрын

    Sounds great, Nada. Looking forward to helping you grow your freelance business!

  • @Actionelearning
    @Actionelearning Жыл бұрын

    Freelancing content HOW to work with SMEs