Art Director Jobs in Itasca, 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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Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 19 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 - Travel, Photo & Video

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, 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 (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, 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....

Photography Art Director/Producer

  • Bolingbrook, IL (19 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (19 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Photography Art Director Bolingbrook, IL FreelanceHybrid$38 - $60 /hr Posted June 05, 2025 Our Retail Apparel and Fashion client is seeking a Photography Art Director to join their team on a freelance...

Group Art Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Directors, Designers, and Developers from job initiation to digital deployment, and partner with Account and Strategy teams at all points Ability to independently lead multiple projects, sometimes...

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Who we are looking for: We're currently searching for an Art Director for our Chicago office. The Art Director will have a knack for delivering fresh thinking to ideas and designs....

Senior Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 11 days ago

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

Art Director / Designer (Direct Mail)

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Our agency client is looking for an Art Director / Designer.In your application / resume / portfolio, ensure that you have samples of letter packages for consideration.This role is:- 20 - 40 hours/week...

Art Director [Chicago]

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 28 days ago

We are offering a full-time opportunity to an enthusiastic, motivated and ambitious Art Director to be an integral part of the Creative Services group....

Art Director / Designer (HG4-18529931)

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

at Creative Circle, LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Full Job Description Our agency client is looking for an Art Director / Designer....

Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Company description Hi there! We're Razorfish. We've been leading the marketing industry with our digital expertise since the start of the internet. But in 2020, we did a full reboot. What's...

Art Director IV - Visual Design, Branding, Graphic Design

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Our well-known client in the travel industry is looking for a senior level Art Director to join their team. This role acts as creative liaison between the Sr....

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Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

We are offering a full-time opportunity to an enthusiastic, motivated and ambitious Art Director to be an integral part of the Creative Services group....

Senior Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

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

Senior Art Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Were looking for a Senior Art Director....

Demographic Data for Itasca, IL

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Itasca, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Itasca, IL 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 Itasca, 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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