Art Director Jobs

An Art Director in the commercial art industry is responsible for the visual style, images, and layouts in magazines, newspapers, product packaging, movie and television productions, and more. They determine how best to represent a concept visually, how to present it uniquely and memorably, and how to shape the overall aesthetic of a project. This role requires the ability to oversee and coordinate work with other artistic staff, review and approve designs, and present designs to clients for approval.

Important skills for an Art Director include a strong artistic ability, excellent communication and leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. They also need to be proficient in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite. A bachelor's degree in an art or design field is often required. Prior to becoming an Art Director, individuals may hold positions such as Graphic Designer, Senior Designer, or Creative Director. These roles provide valuable experience in creating art and design concepts and leading a creative team.

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Art Director Texas Christian University

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • moments ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • moments ago

layout, composition, color theory and branding principles....

Sr Art Director

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 9 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 9 hours ago

Were looking for a Senior Art Director who knows how to build and scale visual storytelling for a brand that doesnt sit still. T-Mobile is relentless....

Art Director

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 9 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 9 hours ago

directors, sharing feedback and leading by example Ensure every deliverable meets a high bar for craft, cohesion, and clarity What Youll Bring: 68 years of experience in art direction across brand,...

Art Director

  • Boston, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 11 hours ago

Burdick Chocolates is seeking an Art Director to thoughtfully shape and steward the visual expression of our brand across every touchpoint....

Art Director - Fashion / Retail

  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Our client is the Brand Design team of a fashion retailer seeking an Art Director for a hybrid 3-month assignment with likely extension that will be onsite 3 days/week (Tues-Thurs) in Manhattan and...

Art Director, Digital & Paid Media

  • Northbrook, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 17 hours ago

We're looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as an Art Director, Digital + Paid Media....

Remote Work

Art Director - Video & Motion Design

  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 hours ago

Position Summary: The Art Director, Video & Motion Design reports to the Creative Director and brings storytelling to life through engaging, design-forward motion content....

Art Director, Brand Creative

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago

The Art Director on the brand team at Salesforce is responsible for the development and execution of creative projects across a wide range of platforms and channels....

Senior Art Director, Brand Creative

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 hours ago

The Senior Art Director on the brand team at Salesforce is responsible for leading the development and execution of creative projects across a wide range of platforms and channels....

Art Director, Commerce

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 20 hours ago

View All Jobs Art Director, Commerce Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Chicago, Illinois, United States; St....

Creative Director, Art, Commerce

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 20 hours ago

Supporting Momentum's Values All other duties as assigned HERE'S WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR (QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS) College degree with focus in Art Direction, preferred 10+ year of experience Innovative...

Senior Art Director

  • Boston Heights, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston Heights, OH
  • 1 day ago

Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout design. Ability to balance big-picture creative thinking with hands-on design execution....

Retail & Graphics Art Director Global Brand Creative

  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT THE POSITION The Columbia Brand Creative team is focused on delivering a compelling look, feel, voice, and tone that reflect the company's values and evolution of brand perception. Within...

Senior Art Director

  • CA
  • 1 day ago
  • CA
  • 1 day ago

Aquent is partnering with a Global Beauty company that needs a Senior Art Director....

Remote Work

Art Director

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Requirements - 7+ years of experience in fast-paced, high-volume creative environments (fashion and technology experience preferred). - Minimum 2 years of direct digital design and art direction experience...

Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Mastering the Art of Storytelling For Writers and Directors
Whether you are a complete beginner or an aspiring writer with some experience, this course will provide you with the tools, techniques, and inspiration needed to craft engaging narratives that...
Boardroom Foundations: What Every Future Board Director Should Know
Step into the boardroom and discover the fundamentals of governance, leadership, and effective decision-making. Across five weeks, youll explore the role of governance in organisational settings,...
Thinking Like an Art Director with PaintShop Pro
This course's orientation is NOT primarily how to use' PaintShop Pro. Our main focus is based around the business of creativity, with the software being used purely as a preference over other...

Salary for Art Director Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireCommercialArt research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Art Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.7%
Master's Degree
12.7%
Associate's Degree
10.2%
High School or GED
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Art Directors
4-6 years
63.5%
6-8 years
18.3%
2-4 years
10.2%
1-2 years
5.6%
10+ years
1.2%
8-10 years
1.2%


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