Art Director Jobs in Texas

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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Artistic Director & General Manager, Performing Arts Center

  • Lee College
  • Baytown, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 1 day ago

Artistic Director & General Manager, Performing Arts Center Salary: $85,841.60 - $90,220 Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: FY2300686 Location: Main Campus - Baytown, TX Division: External Affairs...

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Art Director - Marketing

  • LHH
  • Lewisville, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX
  • 4 days ago

Art Director - Marketing, Social Media Pay Rate: $30-34/hr....

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Art Director Marketing

  • INSPYR Solutions
  • Addison, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Addison, TX
  • 6 days ago

Title: Art Director, Social Media Location: Addison, TX (hybrid, Monday-Thursday in office, Friday remote) Duration: 18 month contract Compensation: $25-32/hour Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders...

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Art Director

  • Tabhi, Inc.
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago

$152k Per Year Position range in Travis County $61k - $113k Per Year Art Director Tabhi, Inc....

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Art Director / Web Designer

  • Aquent
  • Dallas, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 12 days ago

cohesive design approaches that reflect the ET brand voice and values Provide art direction across layout, typography, color usage, imagery, and interaction patterns Apply user-centered design processes...

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Art Director

  • Aquent
  • Austin, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 16 days ago

Placement Type: Temporary Salary: $49.07-54.53 Hourly Start Date: May 19, 2026 Join a leading organization in the financial services sector, dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses...

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Art Director - Midcore Unit

  • voodoo
  • Paris, TX
  • 27 days ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 27 days ago

Profile Proven experience as an Art Director or Senior Lead Artist on at least one shipped mobile title, ideally within the midcore genre....

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Art Director - Puzzle Games

  • voodoo
  • Paris, TX
  • 27 days ago
  • Paris, TX
  • 27 days ago

Experience contributing to or owning an art direction, including style guide creation and asset pipeline standards. Experience with A/B testing or working with LiveOps features....

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Art Director [209898]

  • Aquent Talent
  • Austin, TX
  • 29 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 29 days ago

Join a leading organization in the financial services sector, dedicated to empowering individuals and businesses through innovative solutions. This company is committed to delivering exceptional...

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Art Director

  • CBRE
  • Dallas, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 30+ days ago

identity design Project leadership Leadership Delegation Staffing management Overseeing training Managing media, arts or design teams Art direction Staff development Marketing collateral creation Performance...

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Social Media Art Director (Addison, TX)

  • Paladin Inc
  • Addison, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Addison, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Social Media Art Director Work Location: Addison, TX Duration: Long-term contract Education/Experience Required: Job Description: The Art Director, Social Media is a creative thinker and...

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Senior Art Director

  • Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

An exceptional portfolio that demonstrates both art direction craft and conceptual thinking....

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Senior Art Director

  • Ethos Interactive
  • TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • TX
  • 45+ days ago

Job Description We are seeking a Senior Art Director with a strong conceptual mindset and a highly refined visual standard. This role goes beyond execution....

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Art Director (Remote - Texas)

  • Morley Companies
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

As a remote Art Director on Morley's award-winning in-house creative team, you'll lead with vision and creativity, shaping experiences for major brands across digital, interactive, print and event platforms...

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Art Director

  • Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V
  • Houston, TX
  • 60+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 60+ days ago

Web: www.digitashealth.com | Facebook: www.facebook.com/digitashealth| Twitter: www.twitter.com/digitas_health Overview We’re searching for an Art Director who has a fresh viewpoint and a knack for...

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Texas

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Texas 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 Texas
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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