Art Director Jobs in Buffalo Grove, IL

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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Creative Agency Senior Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Visit us at: www.accenture.com/song You are: We are looking for an innovative, forward-thinking, and highly skilled Art Director to join our Accenture Song Creative team....

Senior Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

A Senior Art Director should have the eye and the artistic vision to define the way a brand looks and feels....

Creative Agency Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Visit us at: www.accenture.com/song You are: We are looking for an innovative, forward-thinking, and highly skilled Art Director to join our Accenture Song Creative team....

Art Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Design/Art Direction: Ability to lead and elevate design and art direction across the team....

Creative Director, Art

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Company Description EVERSANA INTOUCHis a leading full-service, global healthcare agency serving the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries. We provide next-generation creative and media...

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Overview As an Art Director at Epsilon, you'll play a vital role in transforming client goals into visually impactful, digital-first brand experiences....

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Description Our client's internal agency is looking for a Art Director to join their team!...

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Description Our client's internal agency is looking for a Art Director to join their team!...

Senior Graphic Designer / Art Director (pharma) Remote Contract

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 9 days ago

What You Bring: Relevant experience in graphic design, art direction, or visual communications....

Remote Work

Art Director - Sr

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Sr Art Director Summary: A good communicator and talented, experienced lead designer who can create hands-on work with minimal oversight, support CD on larger, strategic initiatives and act as an ACD...

Senior Graphic Designer / Art Director Remote Contract

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 10 days ago

What You Bring: Relevant experience in graphic design, art direction, or visual communications....

Remote Work

Senior Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Were looking for a Senior Art Director....

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Were looking for an Art Director. Please include your portfolio link in your application; candidates without portfolios will not be considered....

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Art Director#25-55942 $45-$50 per hour Chicago, IL All On-site Job Description Title: Art Director Location: Chicago IL, or Richmond, VA (3 days hybrid on-site) Duration: 6 months, possibility of extension...

Senior Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
  • 17 days ago

The Impact You Will Make We are an ambitious, quickly expanding team looking for a Senior Art Director who can help us compete on a global scale....

Demographic Data for Buffalo Grove, IL

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Buffalo Grove, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Buffalo Grove, IL 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 Buffalo Grove, IL
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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