Art Director Jobs in New York

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 - Internal Comms Branding

  • Adyen
  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Art Director - Internal Comms Branding The Art Director role focuses on conceptualizing, designing, and executing visuals that not only align with Adyen's brand guidelines, value proposition, and internal...

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Senior Art Director, Zappos

  • Amazon
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

As both a tastemaker and strategic partner, the Art Director translates complex business requirements into compelling visual narratives that reinforce brand identity and drive customer engagement....

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Art Director - Custom Packaging

  • Nassau Candy
  • Hicksville, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Hicksville, NY
  • 2 days ago

ob Title: Art Director - Custom Packaging & CatalogsNassau Candy is a premier importer, manufacturer, and distributor of specialty confections, fine foods, and promotional products....

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Art Director

  • WPP PLC
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

At GREY, part of WPP, we create Famously Effective ideas that move people, business, and the world forward - harnessing the power of creativity to solve business problems - for the world's most...

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Art Director (Contract)

  • The LaSalle Network Inc
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

Apply Now Art Director (Contract) $50 - $60 hourly Brooklyn, New York [ Hybrid ] LaSalle Network has partnered with a NY based beauty brand in their search for a Freelance Art Director starting ASAP...

Hybrid

Senior Art Director

  • SHADOW
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

SHADOW is seeking an Senior Art Director with 6-8 years of design and art direction experience, preferably working with consumer brands....

Hybrid

Art Director, Simon & Schuster

  • Simon & Schuster
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Simon & Schuster is seeking an experienced and highly creative Art Director to collaborate with the Lead Art Director across the Simon & Schuster, Summit, and 37 Ink imprints....

Remote Hybrid

Art Director, Content

  • Blank Street Coffee
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

As Senior Art Director, Content, you will own the art direction of Blank Street's social and content channels....

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Senior Art Director

  • 200 The Atlantic Monthly Group LLC
  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago

The Atlantic is looking for a senior art director to join the newsroom and play a central role in shaping and maintaining the visual identity of our journalism....

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Brand Design Manager

  • Stellar
  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago

Brand Design Manager Stellar Stellar is looking to hire a Brand Design Manager to join their team. This is a full-time position that is based in New York NY. Stellar - A network for innovators...

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Senior Art Director

  • Critical Mass Inc.
  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago

Strong portfolio of digital design and art direction work....

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Art Director, Contract

  • Direct Agents
  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 days ago

Senior Art Director Direct Agents is looking for a Senior Art Director to lead the visual and creative direction across a portfolio of client accounts and internal brand initiatives....

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Senior Art Director

  • Atlantic Media
  • Prince, NY
  • 12 days ago
  • Prince, NY
  • 12 days ago

The Atlantic is looking for a senior art director to join the newsroom and play a central role in shaping and maintaining the visual identity of our journalism....

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Art Director

  • Ralph Lauren
  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago

This Art Director collaborates cross-functionally across teams Marketing, Design, Photo Production, Copy, etc. to develop concepts and assets that are true to the Ralph Lauren brand while being of the...

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Senior Art Director - Fine Jewelry

  • Bloomingdales
  • Long Island City, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY
  • 14 days ago

Job Overview The Senior Art Director (RTW) is a creative leader responsible for shaping and delivering elevated, on-brand, and on-strategy design across bloomingdales.com, omni-channel seasonal campaigns...

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.6%
Master's Degree
12.8%
Associate's Degree
10.1%
High School or GED
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
0.9%
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 New York
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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