Art Director Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

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, Prime Video LATCANZ

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Art Director based in Seattle or LA to develop innovative global digital video business opportunities for customers....

Art Director (3D Key Art) - CL9-185210210

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 7 days ago

The Art Director must have technical skills to create cinematic visuals including 3D animation and digital illustration skills....

Art Director (3D Key Art) - CL9-18521029

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 15 days ago

The Art Director must have technical skills to create cinematic visuals including 3D animation and digital illustration skills....

Creative Agency Art Director

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 15 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 Director (3D Key Art) - CL9-18521027

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 21 days ago

The Art Director must develop a unique vision for a key art image, and update 2 additional art pieces to support advertising campaigns for the product.The Art Director must have technical skills to...

Art Director, Device Brand Studio

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 28 days ago

You are a self-starting art director that collaborates well with a team to find simple solutions to complex problems....

Designer / Art Director , Device Brand Studio

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 28 days ago

As an Designer / Art Director at Device Brand Studio, youll lead the creative vision for campaign events across our device portfolio....

Designer / Art Director, Device Brand Studio

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 28 days ago

The Senior Designer/Art Director has fluency across a wide spectrum of communication design channels....

Art Director (3D Key Art) - CL9-185210211

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Art Director must have technical skills to create cinematic visuals including 3D animation and digital illustration skills....

Art Director, Amazon Publishing

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

Amazon Publishing is looking for a creative, talented, and customer-obsessed Senior Art Director to join our team in Seattle/NYC to help build great experiences for authors, readers, and internal teams...

Art Director

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Art Director LocationSeattle, WA 98108 Date PostedMay 12, 2025 Job ID12977 Employment TypeDirect Hire Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Art Director for an innovative, design-forward...

Art Director (3D Key Art)

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

The Art Director must develop a unique vision for a key art image, and update 2 additional art pieces to support advertising campaigns for the product.The Art Director must have technical skills to...

Senior Art Director

  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Seattle, WA (24 miles from Gig Harbor, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Demographic Data for Gig Harbor, WA

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Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Gig Harbor, WA

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, WA
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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