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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Service & Creative Associate

  • Sheridan, WY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Sheridan, WY
  • 2 hours ago

Service and Creative Associate - Job Description**Epiphany is a full-service printing, photo imaging, marketing and design company. We are looking for a new member to join our team. It will be...

Creative Director - 13805

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago

at Equator Design, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Equator is a global packaging design agency, delivering strategy to shelf without compromise. We create powerful brands...

Creative Director

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 hours ago

THE OPPORTUNITY The Creative Director will lead the overall visual and brand creative direction for Deseret Book Company across digital, retail, eCommerce, mobile apps, and marketing experiences....

Associate Creative Director, Draftline

  • New York, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 19 hours ago

about- pitching and communicating ideas/campaigns to big rooms You have stellar copy or art ability to write in different voices, tones, styles and lengths (or deliver compelling design direction, typography...

At Vanta, our mission is to secure the internet and protect consumer data. We believe that security should be monitored and verified continuously, and we empower companies to practice better...

Remote Work

Creative Director, Product Development

  • New York, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 19 hours ago

Lead and oversee Creative Direction and development of Fashion and Trend guides including Branding and Packaging Provide creative and art direction as needed to support and enhance products across all...

Associate Creative Director Run/Train

  • Somerville, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 19 hours ago

Somerville, United States of America SPEED & SPIRIT is what we look for in our candidates, defined by some simple values that inspire us to BE DRIVEN in our performance, BE VIBRANT in our sporting...

Creative Director

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 21 hours ago

Equator is a global packaging design agency, delivering strategy to shelf without compromise. We create powerful brands that get noticed and chosen. Equator is part of SGK. POSITION SUMMARY The...

Associate Creative Director, Art

  • 21 hours ago
  • 21 hours ago

About Avalere Health Guided by a single mission to make EVERY PATIENT POSSIBLE, our Advisory, Medical, and Marketing capabilities move as one, ensuring every patient is identified, supported,...

Remote Work

Studio Creative Director for Marketing

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

Provide creative direction to a multi-skilled team fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment....

Creative Director

  • Corona, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Corona, CA
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary: Leading a team of thinkers and doers, the Creative Director nurtures the creative ideas and oversees the overall performance of the creative team, including but not limited to:...

Associate Creative Director, Art Director

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Summary Posted: May 15, 2025 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 200604400 Marcom LA is Apples Global Marketing Communications group creating and overseeing the world-class marketing and...

Associate Creative Director, Art

  • East Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • East Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive...

Creative Director: In-House

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago

The Creative Director: In-House Creative oversees the creative direction and output of the in-house team, including copywriting, art direction, production, and project management across a variety of...

Creative Director: In-House

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

The Creative Director: In-House Creative oversees the creative direction and output of the in-house team, including copywriting, art direction, production, and project management across a variety of...

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
69.9%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
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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