Art Director Jobs in El Segundo, CA

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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Visual/Motion Art Director, Prime Video LATCANZ

  • Culver City, CA (5 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Culver City, CA (5 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

We are seeking an experienced Art Director based in Seattle or LA to develop innovative global digital video business opportunities for customers....

Senior Art Director NEW

  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Art Director ensures the creative intent is carried through with clarity, feasibility, and impact....

Art Director- Marvel Games

  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Art Director will work closely with the Senior Art Director and Product Development teams to lead and oversee the visual development of multiple Marvel game titles of varying styles and genres....

Art Director, Creative Development- Disney & Pixar Games

  • Glendale, CA (18 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (18 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Art Director, Creative Development will be responsible for providing artistic leadership across our portfolio of licensed games....

Art Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 6 days ago

THE ROLE On Location is looking for an Art Director responsible for concepting and producing creative ideas on large scale events with multiple venues, dates, and shareholders involved....

Podcast Designer / Art Director

  • Culver City, CA (5 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (5 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 6 days ago

#203187 Podcast Designer / Art Director (HYBRID) CULVER CITY, CA DATE: Yesterday Overview PLACEMENT TYPE: Temporary SALARY: $84.18 to $93.54 an hour START DATE: 07.15.2025 Please note this is a hybrid...

Senior Art Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 11 days ago

We're seeking a conceptually strong, design-generalist Art Director who thrives in dynamic environments....

Senior Art Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 12 days ago

We're seeking a conceptually strong, design-generalist Art Director who thrives in dynamic environments....

Senior Art Director (Project Hire)

  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (20 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The Partnerships & Promotions team is seeking a Senior Art Director who is highly conceptual, digital-first, and experienced in leading 360 campaigns....

Art Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 13 days ago

EverMerge, a leading mobile casual game, is looking for an Art Director. This role will report directly to the EverMerge Game Director....

Art Director, Prime Video LATCANZ

  • Culver City, CA (5 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Culver City, CA (5 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 13 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Art Director based in Seattle or LA to develop innovative global digital video business opportunities for customers....

Art Director, Brand Campaigns- Services (Design & Art Direction)

  • Buena Park, CA (23 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (23 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 13 days 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...

Art Director, ...

  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 14 days 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 - (Social exp -NYC or LA)

  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (9 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Our client, a global digital / social agency, is looking for a Senior Art Director to join their team full-time!...

Studio Director

  • Santa Monica, CA (8 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (8 miles from El Segundo, CA)
  • 18 days ago

GumGum is a contextual-first, global digital advertising platform that uses advanced AI technology to serve captivating creative ads that drive consumer attention, without the use of personal...

Demographic Data for El Segundo, CA

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in El Segundo, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in El Segundo, CA 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 in El Segundo, CA
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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