Art Director Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description The Art Director will serve as a creative lead on promotional campaigns for Peacocks original and acquired series, sports, brand initiatives, and more....

Art Supervisor (Health)

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Who We Are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse...

Senior Art Director

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Job description We're looking for a Senior Art Director who can lead the creative vision in the work - not just design it but define it....

Art Director / Designer

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Our client, a well-known retailer, is looking for a freelance Art Director to assist their team part-time!...

Art Director

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Senior Designer We are looking for an Art Director to join our expanding Enterprise In-House Creative team....

Senior Art Director - (Social exp -NYC or LA)

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

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

Art Director (Investment Banking)

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description The Art Director will be part of a creative team and will help to lead the design and creative direction efforts....

Creative Director, Art (Health)

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

You possess a strong understanding of design principles, visual communication, and the ability to inspire and direct a team of talented art directors and designers....

Packaging and Production - Art Director, CPG (PK3-18568592)

  • Montvale, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Montvale, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Full Job DescriptionOur client, one of the largest CPG companies in their space, is currently looking for a hands on Art Director with a focus on Packaging and Production to join their team.This role...

Art Director

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Hover is making the homeowner journey easy, transparent and fun. Starting with the home improvement industry, we're answering age-old questions like, "What is it going to look like?" and "What is...

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Art Director

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 9 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 9 days ago

What you'll do: The Trade Desk is looking for an Art Director to join our global Creative Shop....

Group Art Supervisor

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 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...

Senior Art Director / Content Creator (Freelance)

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 10 days ago

Overview As a Senior Art Director at Razorfish, you will work to understand our client's objectives, help shape the creative approach, and work with the Creative, Social and Strategy teams in overseeing...

Packaging and Production - Art Director, CPG

  • Montvale, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Montvale, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Our client, one of the largest CPG companies in their space, is currently looking for a hands on Art Director with a focus on Packaging and Production to join their team.This role will be ongoing, 40...

Art Director, International Production and Design

  • Park Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Park Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Art Director, International Production and Design Job Details Job Location Park Ridge - Park Ridge, NJ Position Type Full Time Education Level 4 Year Degree Salary Range $115000.00 - $130000.00 Salary...

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Demographic Data for Jersey City, NJ

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Jersey City, NJ 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 Jersey City, NJ
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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