Art Director Jobs in California

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
  • 13 hours ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 13 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....

Photo Art Director

  • Playa Vista, CA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Playa Vista, CA
  • 21 hours ago

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

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....

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....

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...

Art Director

  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Junior Art Director Status: Full-Time Department: Creative Reports to: S....

Senior Art Director (Social)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

Who we are looking for: VML is seeking a Senior Art Director for our Los Angeles office....

Senior Art Director

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago

As a Senior Art Director - Design, you'll lead bold, culture-shaping work for iconic brands, crafting high-impact visuals across multiple channels....

Remote Work

Marcom Art Director

  • Cupertino, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 12 days ago

Prepare Marketing Materials for the iPad Pro and iPad Mini Product Launches in Collaboration with Other Creatives, such as Creative Directions, Motion Designers, and Hardware Art Directors....

Photo and Video Art Director, Brand

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 12 days ago

Proficiency with industry-standard tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Figma, Capture One, and other creative software....

Sr Art Director, Photo and Video

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 12 days ago

Our client, a wellness brand, is looking for a Strong Sr Art Director with photo and video experience for Branded Campaigns....

Art Director - Gaming Focused

  • Burbank, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 12 days ago

As an Sr Art Director, you are a strategic thinker with a strong eye for aesthetics, an expert in visual communication, and a mentor who uplifts and inspires creative teams....

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
  • 17 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 17 days ago

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

Design Director

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 21 days ago

Leadership of design for a full partner portfolio, managing other art directors, graphic designers and managers within the design team to bring the whole project together Ability to manage timelines...

Demographic Data for California

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Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in California 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 California
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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