Technical Instructional Designer Salary in Atlanta, Georgia

How much does a Technical Instructional Designer make in Atlanta, GA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Technical Instructional Designer in Atlanta, GA is $79,138. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $63,986 to a high of $96,555, with most professionals earning between $71,207 and $88,254.

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What is a Technical Instructional Designer?

A Technical Instructional Designer is responsible for creating and designing instructional materials and training programs for technical subjects. This role involves collaborating with subject matter experts to understand complex technical concepts and then translating them into engaging and effective learning materials, such as e-learning modules, videos, and interactive simulations. The Technical Instructional Designer also utilizes instructional design principles and technology to develop and deliver training programs that meet the needs of the target audience and achieve the desired learning outcomes. Additionally, they may also be responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of the training materials and making necessary revisions to improve the learning experience.

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Common responsibilities of a Technical Instructional Designer

Develop and design instructional materials, such as e-learning modules, training videos, and interactive simulations, to support technical training programs.

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Work with multimedia developers and graphic designers to incorporate visual and interactive elements into technical training materials.

September 05, 2023

Evaluate the effectiveness of technical training programs and make recommendations for improvements.

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Provide support and guidance to instructors and trainers on the use of technical training materials and resources.

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Conduct needs assessments and analyze learning objectives to determine the most effective instructional strategies and delivery methods.

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Use authoring tools and learning management systems to create and deliver technical training materials.

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Utilize instructional design principles and adult learning theories to create engaging and interactive technical training content.

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Collaborate with subject matter experts to understand technical concepts and create effective learning experiences for learners.

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Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to ensure technical training materials are delivered on time and within budget.

October 25, 2023

Stay current with industry trends and best practices in technical training and instructional design.

October 27, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Technical Instructional Designer in Atlanta, GA

Average Base Salary

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71207

88254

79138

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

73134

91844

81673

What is the average salary for Technical Instructional Designer in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Technical Instructional Designer in Atlanta, GA. The base salary for Technical Instructional Designer ranges from $71,207 to $88,254 with the average base salary of $79,138. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $73,134 to $91,844 with the average total cash compensation of $81,673.

View Average Salary for Technical Instructional Designer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$79,138	$71,207 - $88,254
Bonus	$2,536	$1,928 - $3,589
Total Pay	$81,673	$73,134 - $91,844

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Technical Instructional Designer Salary Near Atlanta, GA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Roswell, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,938 - $87,921	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Marietta, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $71,003 - $88,002	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Athens, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $70,698 - $87,623	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Macon, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $65,149 - $80,747	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Gadsden, AL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,494 - $84,893	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Columbus, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,291 - $79,683	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA

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About Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta (/ætˈlæntə/) is the capital of, and the most populous city in, the U.S. state of Georgia. With an estimated 2017 population of 486,290, it is also the 38th most-populous city in the United States. The city serves as the cultural and economic center of the Atlanta metropolitan area, home to 5.8 million people and the ninth-largest metropolitan area in the nation. Atlanta is the seat of Fulton County, the most populous county in Georgia. A small portion of the city extends eastward into neighboring DeKalb County. Atlanta was originally founded as the terminating stop of a major state-sp...

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