Art Director Jobs in San Francisco, 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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Art Director, Growth (Hybrid based in San Francisco)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 14 days ago

We are looking for a strategic and highly collaborative Art Director to shape how the brand communicates through performance advertising....

Art Director, RadScience

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 days ago

Art Director (Animation) Real Chemistry is looking for an Art Director join our growing RadScience team!...

Design Director

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 27 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 27 days ago

full-time experience with at least five (5) years in a supervisory role Experience leading large-scale exhibition design especially in immersive, interactive or multimedia displays Experience with art...

Art Director

  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

A portfolio demonstrating art direction and visual storytelling skills, with examples of both conceptual thinking and final execution across diverse mediums....

Art Director

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Description Since 1891, Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF) has provided high-quality, community-based youth development services to youth in San Francisco....

Senior Art Director

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Director High level of skills in design programs (Figma, Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) Deep knowledge of peripheral design processes (Photo Art Direction, Illustration Art Direction, Print Production...

Demographic Data for San Francisco, CA

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in San Francisco, CA 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 in San Francisco, 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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