Associate Art Director Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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 Agency Associate Creative Director - Art Direction

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

Visit us at: www.accenture.com/song You are: We seek an Associate Creative Director with an Art Direction background, with experience leading brand creative, content creation and content strategy projects...

Associate Creative Director - Copy

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 days ago

Working at Real Chemistry and in the healthcare industry isn't just a job for us. We got into this field for different reasons, but we all stay for the same reason - to uncover insights, make...

Associate Creative Director, B2B Enterprise

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 24 days ago

Craft communications that articulate the organizations values and philosophies on design, typography, color, and other creative topics....

Group Creative Director

  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

direction, as well having a great understanding of new media Can lead new business pitches, working closely with all departments to form a seamless and winning presentation Has direct and one to one...

Creative Director

  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

direction, typography, and experience with industry-standard design tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite Experience leading teams and collaborating with external partners, with a proven track...

Senior Creative Director

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago

This leader will create omnichannel brand visual strategy for seasonal campaigns and new programs, oversee art direction, design and styling of all visual creative, inspire/mentor/coach designers, art...

Creative Director (Design)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 45+ 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...

Creative Director, North America Creative

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 60+ days ago

The Amazon North America Creative team is responsible for crafting bold, efficient, and breakthrough marketing content to reach and resonate with today's audience. We aspire to meet customers...

Associate Art Director eCommerce Photography

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 60+ days ago

About the Role We are seeking a talented Associate Art Director to play a key role in leading our eCommerce team....

Creative Director

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 60+ 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 Creative Director

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 90+ days ago

This individual is responsible for ideation and execution on broad creative concepts for various firm initiatives, provides art direction and mentoring to in-house design staff, helps develop and manage...

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Salary for Associate Art Director Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Associate Art Directors in San Francisco, CA 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 in San Francisco, CA
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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