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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Sr Art Director

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 5 hours ago

Specialized Knowledge, License, etc: n/a Supervisory Responsibilities : Mentoring art directors and junior art directors in design. Working Conditions : Office Environment....

Interior Design Director

  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Interior Design Director - Vandelay Hospitality Group About Vandelay Hospitality Group For over a decade, Vandelay Hospitality Group has built a legacy of iconic dining experiences, growing our...

Art Director

  • Dallas, TX
  • 9 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 9 hours ago

The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for an Art Director in our National Center office located in Dallas, Texas....

Art Director

  • Boulder, CO
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 19 hours ago

The Art Director works within the Brand team to lead conceptual and stylistic direction for all components of the JD Sports brand identity....

Senior Art Director

  • New York, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 19 hours ago

Directs and develops the creative design and execution of visual communications that convey and represent organization's marketing objectives to the consumer. Provides internal clients with design...

Visual Design Manager (Graphic Design Focused)

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

GENERAL DESCRIPTION (Summary, Scope, Purpose) This role plays a vital and dynamic role on the HFS team, reporting directly to the President of HUB Financial Services (HFS). This role has the...

Art Director (NST)

  • Redmond, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 1 day ago

Previous experience having shipped 2 or more games as an Art Director. Excellent graphic design skill in 3D/2D art production....

Sr Art Director, The Studio - US Based Remote

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Design Mastery: Expertise in design principles, typography, color theory, and visual storytelling across digital and traditional mediums....

Remote Work

Photo Art Director - Williams Sonoma

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

You will work closely with the Creative Director/ Senior Art Director to help define the direction of photography for each season and special projects....

Art Director, Haircare

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Reports to Senior Art Director....

(USA) Senior Manager, Creative Fashion (Senior Art Director)

  • Inglewood, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview: As a Senior Art Director reporting to the Associate Creative Director, you will play a key role in supporting the creative ideation and execution of seasonal fashion campaigns and...

Sr Art Director The Studio - US Based Remote (PST Strongly Preferred)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

, color theory, and visual storytelling across digital and traditional mediums. + Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Firefly) with familiarity...

Remote Work

Art Director

  • Canton, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Canton, MA
  • 2 days ago

We're all about the perfect fit. That's why we invest so much in our people. We offer training and development opportunities, along with a promote-from-within, anyone-can-lead philosophy. We're an...

Art Director

  • Beaverton, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Art Director with a keen eye for art direction and a strong background in managing design teams and agencies....

Art Director, Visual Design

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Shopbop is seeking an Art Director to contribute to the creative vision and execution of our multi-media fashion marketing content....

Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
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...
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
69.7%
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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