Instructional Designer

About the Role

We are seeking a mid-level Instructional Designer to support a long-standing federal program in Washington, DC. This role focuses on designing and developing high-impact, interactive digital learning experiences for a professional workforce.
This is a hands-on, end-to-end instructional design role, ideal for someone who enjoys owning the full lifecycle of learning-from client discovery and storyboarding through development, refinement, and launch.
This position is hybrid, with 2 days onsite per week. Initial onboarding may require up to 5 days onsite before transitioning back to the hybrid schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner directly with stakeholders to understand business problems, learner audiences, and training objectives
• Design learning strategies and structure content to meet defined goals
• Create detailed storyboards outlining learner experience, visuals, and interactivity
• Design and develop engaging digital learning content, including:
  • Interactive eLearning courses
  • Animations and simulations
  • Gamified learning experiences
• Build and refine training using Articulate Storyline 360
• Design visual assets, graphics, and animations to enhance learner engagement
• Create or incorporate 3D models and animations into learning content
• Apply web development principles (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, responsive design) to support functionality and accessibility
• Incorporate gamification elements such as badges, challenges, simulations, and branching scenarios
• Iterate on content based on feedback and stakeholder reviews

Required Qualifications

• 4-8 years of professional experience in instructional design, digital learning, or a related field
• ship with the ability to pass a federal background investigation (Public Trust)
• Proven experience owning the full instructional design lifecycle
• Expert-level proficiency in Articulate Storyline 360 (advanced interactivity, branching, custom navigation, gamification)
• Experience with Camtasia for screen recording and editing
• Strong background in designing interactive and gamified learning experiences
• 3D design and animation experience using professional 3D tools
• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive design
• Prior client-facing experience with the ability to clearly articulate design choices and solutions
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

A portfolio showcasing instructional design work is required

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Experience creating motion graphics and animations
• Experience with Vyond (GoAnimate)
• Advanced experience designing scenario-based or game-based learning

Work Environment

• Hybrid work schedule (2 days onsite / 3 days remote)
• Office location directly across from the NoMA Metro stop
• Stable, long-term program with defined funding
• Collaborative team focused on quality, creativity, and learner engagement

Why This Role

• Opportunity to convert to a full-time position after 6 months
• Work on meaningful, large-scale digital learning initiatives
• Build technically advanced, visually compelling learning experiences
• Strong balance of autonomy, collaboration, and professional growth

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, DC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.87 - $45.67/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Washington,DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 13, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.