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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Associate Creative Director

  • Austin, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 10 hours ago

About You The essentials: You have 5-7+ years of professional experience in art direction or design at a top-tier agency or tech company....

(USA) Senior Manager, Creative - Associate Creative Director, Fashion (Art)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary... As the Associate Creative Director reporting to the Creative Director, Fashion, you'll be responsible for leading the creative ideation and execution of seasonal fashion...

... What you'll do... About us: Walmart Creative Studio (WCS) is the in-house creative agency for Walmart. Our team develops breakthrough and distinctive design systems and creative conversations...

Creative Director

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

direction, including studio and lifestyle Experience presenting work to senior leadership and clients Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or equivalent professional experience Proficiency in Figma,...

(USA) Senior Manager, Creative - Associate Creativ...

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

... As the Associate Creative Director reporting to the Creative Director, Fashion, youll be responsible for leading the creative ideation and execution of seasonal fashion initiatives and...

Creative Director, Experiential & Design

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago

Microsoft's Event Creative Experiences (ECE) Team mission is to design, ideate and architect creative experiences for Microsoft's business-to-business events, which deliver value to our customers,...

Associate Creative Director, Art

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

Required Skills Substantial experience in art direction and design across multiple mediums (i.e. television, digital, print, experiential, activations) with a portfolio showcasing exceptional craft,...

Associate Art Director, Social Media

  • Birmingham, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, MI
  • 4 days ago

direction experience with a focus on social media design and creative concepting; prior experience working in a consultancy or advertising agency is strongly preferred An interest in the automotive...

[WEBTOON] Group Creative Director

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

WEBTOON Entertainment is a leading global entertainment company and home to some of the world's largest storytelling platforms. As the global leader and pioneer of the mobile webcomic format,...

Associate Creative Director, UIUX

  • Cedar Knolls, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Cedar Knolls, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Imagine a workplace where your expertise is valued, your ideas spark change, and creativity fuels innovation. Fingerpaint Group is a vibrant blend of individuals, a full spectrum of life science...

Creative Director

  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 6 days ago

Experience Required: 8+ years of experience in visual design, brand design, or art direction, preferably in in-house creative teams, agencies, or high-growth startups....

Creative Director

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Company description Hi there! We're Razorfish. We've been leading the marketing industry with our digital expertise since the start of the internet. But in 2020, we did a full reboot. What's...

Creative Director, Enterprise

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 8 days ago

Mastery of design fundamentals in art direction, typography, video, photography, and 3D, and an ability to apply brand systems to real-world projects....

Creative Director Events and Experience

  • Toronto, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 11 days ago

Dayforce is a global human capital management (HCM) company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, and Minneapolis, Minnesota, with operations across North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA),...

Creative Director

  • Denver, CO
  • 12 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 12 days ago

Deep understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout....

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...
Teaching Critical Thinking through Art with the National Gallery of Art
Learn how to integrate works of art using Artful Thinking routines, effective strategies from Project Zero at Harvard University, in this interactive online course for teachers of all levels and...

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
12.4%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
High School or GED
3.2%
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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