Artist Jobs in Portland, OR

An Artist in the commercial art industry creates visual content for advertising campaigns, promotional materials, and product packaging. They are typically responsible for designing and creating visual elements such as logos, illustrations, layouts, and photos that help to sell a product or service. Their work often involves collaboration with marketers, copywriters, and art directors to ensure the visual elements align with the marketing objectives and brand identity.

Important skills for an Artist in the commercial art industry include creativity, and strong visual design and communication skills. They should also have proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite. A degree in graphic design or a related field can be beneficial, and some positions may require professional certifications like Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) or Certified Graphic Designer from the Graphic Designers of Canada (GDC). Prior to becoming an artist in this industry, individuals often gain experience in roles such as Graphic Design Intern, Junior Graphic Designer, or Visual Communication Specialist.

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Product Design and Development - Women's Apparel Designer II

  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 6 hours ago

Location: Beaverton, OR Salary Range: $60-62/Hour Introduction We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Apparel Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for design,...

VFX Visual Development Artist

  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (8 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago

VFX Visual Development Artist at LAIKA Hillsboro, OR General Summary As a VFX Visual Development Artist, you will be responsible for creating visual development pieces that define and/or refine the...

Production Artist 2, Graphic Digital Design

  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 4 days ago

WHO YOULL WORK WITH You will report directly to the Studio Senior Manager, while working in collaboration with fellow Graphic Production Artists and Graphic Designers....

Lead, UX Product Designer

  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary Role Overview: As a Lead UX Product Designer for the Deloitte DT-US Product Engineering team, you will be tasked with solving complex challenges through elegant, user-centered...

Senior Product Designer - Design Systems

  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader were changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world....

Staff Product Designer - Design Systems

  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 6 days ago

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader were changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world....

Staff Product Designer - Regulatory

  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 7 days ago

At eBay, we're more than a global ecommerce leader were changing the way the world shops and sells. Our platform empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world....

Looking for part time video editor

  • Portland, OR
  • 24 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 24 days ago

Looking for part time video editor (Multnomah county) compensation: negotiable Anyone have experience video editing TV any show that has been on a syndicated network? looking to hire someone as a...

Product Designer 2

  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 26 days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 26 days ago

Product Designer 2 Location: Beaverton, OR Job Summary: Join our dynamic team as a Product Designer 2 and help us redefine the intersection of sports, design, and culture. We are a global company...

Costume Designer [Part Time]

  • Oregon City, OR (15 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 28 days ago
  • Oregon City, OR (15 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 28 days ago

Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire a Costume Designer position. This is a part-time, classified, non-exempt, and non benefits-eligible position. We are interested in finding the best...

Senior Product Designer

  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Clio is more than just a tech company-we are a global leader that is transforming the legal experience for all by bettering the lives of legal professionals while increasing access to justice....

Senior Product Designer, Matter Management

  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vancouver, WA (13 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Clio is more than just a tech company-we are a global leader that is transforming the legal experience for all by bettering the lives of legal professionals while increasing access to justice....

Virtual Material Production Artist

  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

We are looking for a Virtual Material Production Artist to be a part of the apparel virtual material studio at to create, capture, and visualize apparel materials for use in 3D apparel prototyping tools...

Production Artist

  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 30+ days ago

with a well-known, digital agency in Portland, OR to help them find a Production Artist to join their team in this hybrid opportunity....

Product Design And Development - Product Designer 3

  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beaverton, OR (5 miles from Portland, OR)
  • 30+ days ago

Product Design and Development - Product Designer 3#25-60963 Beaverton, OR 20% Remote Job Description Job Details: Job Title: Sr Footwear Designer Location: Beaverton, OR (Hybrid) Duration: 2+...

Demographic Data for Portland, OR

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Salary for Artist Jobs in Portland, OR

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

Highest Education Level

Artists in Portland, OR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.3%
Master's Degree
12.8%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
High School or GED
4.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
Some College
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Artists in Portland, OR
Less than 1 year
41.6%
4-6 years
27.0%
1-2 years
18.8%
2-4 years
12.1%
None
0.6%


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