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

  • City of Industry, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Position Overview We are seeking a talented and creative Art Director to lead our design team and drive the visual identity of our projects....

Creative Director, Art

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Company Description EVERSANA INTOUCHis a leading full-service, global healthcare agency serving the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries. We provide next-generation creative and media...

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 12 hours ago

Overview As an Art Director at Epsilon, you'll play a vital role in transforming client goals into visually impactful, digital-first brand experiences....

Photo Art Director

  • Playa Vista, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Playa Vista, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Proficiency in industry-standard creative tools and software including Capture One, the Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office....

Art Director, Medical & Scientific Communications

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Art Director, Medical & Scientific Communication JOB SUMMARY The Art Director will be responsible for the teams adherence to project guidelines and be a key driver on creatives quality of delivery....

Art Director

  • Rogers, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 1 day ago

Were looking for an Art Director. Please include your portfolio link in your application; candidates without portfolios will not be considered....

Art Director

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

Art Director Method1 k New York, NY | Onsite or Remote Possible Mid-Level Full Time Art Director New York, NY Apr 24 Job Description What You'll Do Conceptualization & Development: Drive the creation...

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Description Our client's internal agency is looking for a Art Director to join their team!...

Art Director - Oculus Publishing

  • Providence, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 1 day ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Rhode Island $47k - $135k Per Year Art Director - Oculus Publishing Meta Occupation: Art Directors Location: Providence, RI - 02919 Positions available: 1 Job...

Art Director

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Art Director to join a top retail client on a long-term contract. You'll collaborate with a skilled team of digital designers to craft seamless e-commerce experiences....

Art Director

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 2 days ago

In this role you will be responsible for dreaming up and designing visually compelling work to delight our clients and deliver real value for their customers. Now that we've said the obvious,...

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Description Our client's internal agency is looking for a Art Director to join their team!...

Creative/art director needed for singer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Creative/art director needed for singer (Los Angeles) compensation: Send rate no pay Looking to build a creative team for an independent male urban pop singer....

Senior Art Director, Brand Digital and Content

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

. 5+ years of experience in art direction, content creation, or a related creative role....

ART Director @Meta Channel

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 3 days ago

direction Minimum Qualifications 6+ years of experience in-house concepting, art directing, and creating social content for brand and product Experience working on social across multiple platforms...

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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...
Science in Art: The Chemistry of Art Materials and Conservation
Learn the chemistry behind the visual arts, and how an understanding of arts material properties helps preserve our cultural heritage. How do artists create visual effects? In order to create an...
Professional Director Series: Fundamentals for Directors
The course covers the fundamentals for aspiring and current directors. Topics like Types of Directors, Structure of the Board, Removal of a Director from office, and Exemptions available for...

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
69.6%
Master's Degree
12.6%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
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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