Associate Art Director Jobs

An Associate Art Director in the commercial art industry is responsible for managing and coordinating various art and design projects. They assist the Art Director in conceptualizing and executing creative solutions for advertising campaigns, branding, and other commercial needs. They work closely with the creative team to develop visual concepts, oversee the work of designers and illustrators, manage production schedules, and ensure quality standards are met. The Associate Art Director also liaises with clients and other stakeholders to understand their creative vision and objectives.

Key skills required for this role include strong creativity, excellent communication, leadership, time management, and problem-solving abilities. They should have a strong understanding of graphic design, typography, color theory, and the latest industry trends. Proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite is also essential. To become an Associate Art Director, one typically needs a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Art, or a related field. Certification in project management or relevant software can provide an edge. Prior experience in roles such as Graphic Designer, Junior Art Director, or Senior Designer is often required before stepping into the Associate Art Director role.

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Creative Director

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago

Sidwell Friends School seeks a dynamic, creative, and visionary leader to serve as the Creative Director in the Office of Communications. The successful candidate will take the initiative to...

Junior Art Director - Social Media

  • Birmingham, MI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Birmingham, MI
  • 15 hours ago

Art Direction: An eye for motion, type, color, composition and concept Brand Consistency: Maintain and enforce brand guidelines across all social media channels, ensuring a cohesive and recognizable...

Creative Director

  • California, MD
  • 15 hours ago
  • California, MD
  • 15 hours ago

Job Title: Creative Director Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Creative Director to join our team to lead our Brand Design and Creative Services team. As we embark on a brand...

Penn State Alumni Association: Creative Director

  • University Park, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • University Park, PA
  • 16 hours ago

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply...

A mix of agency and in-house experience is strongly preferred Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art Direction, or related field Reporting: Reports to Creative Director, Campaigns (Style) Why Join...

Studio Creative Director for Marketing

  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 1 day ago

The Studio Creative Director for Marketing is responsible for the creative vision for exceptional marketing and licensing opportunities across our Horizon franchise. This role demands not only a...

Creative Director, Social for Gap

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

marketing teams- Collaborate with cross functional and agency partners and concept larger 360 brand and social campaigns- Evergreen Brand systems creative direction, thought-partner and leadership (brand typography...

Associate Creative Director, Art (Health)

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

What We're Looking For: We're seeking a talented and enthusiastic Associate Art Director to contribute to our creative team....

Creative Director

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Work Location: This is a hybrid role working in office 2-3 days per week from Jersey City, NJ. P.F. Changs is seeking a Creative Director to lead all marketing creative and design efforts across...

Associate Creative Director - Copy

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

Company description CoLab is a fully integrated, cross-discipline team that provides best-in-class services in a fluid and modular way. With our clients at the center, we create brand movement at...

Executive Creative Director

  • 4 days ago
  • 4 days ago

Strong background in art direction, visual design, typography, and multimedia production, with a keen eye for detail and consistency....

Remote Work

Associative Creative Director - Branding, Concept Development

  • Portland, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR
  • 4 days ago

This ACD must: - Design or AD Background: Extensive experience in design or art direction (5+ years), with a proven track record in brand campaigns and storytelling. - Client-Facing Skills: Strong ability...

Associate Creative Director, Art (Social)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days 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...

Creative Director, Brand

  • Foster City, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Foster City, CA
  • 4 days ago

Replit is the fastest way to turn ideas into software. With our powerful AI-powered Agent and Assistant, anyone can create and launch apps from natural language in just one click. Build and deploy...

Creative Director (Design)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

direction, storytelling and a clean, contemporary design aesthetic within a variety of campaigns and projects for website launches, site redesigns, email marketing, mobile experiences, and digital...

Associate Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Thinking Like an Art Director with PaintShop Pro
This course's orientation is NOT primarily how to use' PaintShop Pro. Our main focus is based around the business of creativity, with the software being used purely as a preference over other...
Science in Art: The Chemistry of Art Materials and Conservation
Learn the chemistry behind the visual arts, and how an understanding of arts material properties helps preserve our cultural heritage. How do artists create visual effects? In order to create an...
Professional Director Series: Fundamentals for Directors
The course covers the fundamentals for aspiring and current directors. Topics like Types of Directors, Structure of the Board, Removal of a Director from office, and Exemptions available for...

Salary for Associate Art Director Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Associate Art Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.8%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Associate's Degree
10.4%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Associate Art Directors
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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