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

  • 4 hours ago
  • 4 hours ago

The Art Director has a keen eye for design, detail, and is always looking to level-up creative....

Remote Work

Art Director UK Project

  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 4 hours ago

The Art Director is responsible to translate desired moods, messages, concepts and ideas into imagery....

Art Director

  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description The Art Director will serve as a creative lead on promotional campaigns for Peacocks original and acquired series, sports, brand initiatives, and more....

Senior Art Director

  • Portland, OR
  • 9 hours ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 9 hours ago

Client Presentations & Presentations The Sr Art Director will often attend client meetings....

Art Supervisor (Health)

  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Who We Are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse...

Art Director

  • DC
  • 11 hours ago
  • DC
  • 11 hours ago

About The Role We are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic, cutting edge Art Director who will push our creative team to a new level....

Art Director, ...

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Art Director, Campaigns will support the Walmart Creative Studio in concept through execution for campaigns that translate across multiple channels including 360 full-funnel paid, social, digital, email...

Senior Art Director - 12 months

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

As Senior Art Director, you'll define and shape the visual identity of this universe from the ground up....

VP, Creative Director (Art)

  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 2 days ago

VP, Creative Director (Art) Department: Design / Art Direction Employment Type: Full Time Location: Portland Compensation: $170,000 - $200,000 / year Description Day One AgencyAdAge's #4 on the...

Art Director (Beverage)

  • Corona, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Corona, CA
  • 2 days ago

Art Director to lead a dynamic team of designers, art directors, and copywriters....

Art Director

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 days ago

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

Art Director

  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • 2 days ago

Description: The Art Director will play a key role on our creative and advertising team, responsible for interpreting creative briefs from teams across the company and translating them into thoughtful...

Ecommerce Photography Art Director (Temporary)

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 2 days ago

Must have experience with Capture One Experience in Studio Lighting Ability to communicate creative ideas effectively Experience in a retail environment preferred....

Art Director - Travel, Photo & Video

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

The Art Director collaborates closely with creative teams and clients to deliver compelling visual content across various media....

ACD Art Director, Campaigns

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

We're looking for an ACD Art Director, Campaigns with an amazing history of leading impressive campaigns and brand experiences that live throughout the entire marketing funnel....

Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
Teaching Critical Thinking through Art with the National Gallery of Art
Learn how to integrate works of art using Artful Thinking routines, effective strategies from Project Zero at Harvard University, in this interactive online course for teachers of all levels and...

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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