Layout Artist Jobs

A Layout Artist in the commercial art industry is responsible for arranging and designing the visual elements for print and digital media. This includes advertisements, magazines, brochures, books, and websites. They work closely with other team members including copywriters, photographers, and graphic designers to develop a cohesive and engaging layout. Their role is to ensure that the content is organized in a manner that is visually pleasing and easy for the audience to understand and follow. They are tasked with selecting colors, images, text style, and layout to create designs that effectively convey the intended message or concept.

Ideal candidates for this role should possess a strong aesthetic sense and excellent design skills. They should be proficient in design software such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. A bachelor's degree in graphic design, fine arts, or a related field is often required. Important skills include attention to detail, creativity, time management, and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Prior to becoming a Layout Artist, an individual might have roles such as a Graphic Designer, Junior Art Director, or Production Artist. These roles help build a strong foundation in design principles and software, preparing them for a successful career as a Layout Artist.

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Store Layout Designer

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 14 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 14 hours ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining Retail Odyssey,...

Store Layout Designer

  • Quincy, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 1 day ago

Space Planning Associate Are you looking to join a team for a fast-growing company that can offer you flexible scheduling, competitive rates, and the possibility for advancement as you move...

Retail Store Planning Designer

  • Somerville, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 1 day ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining SAS Retail...

Sports reporter/page designer

  • Meadville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Meadville, PA
  • 1 day ago

Date Posted June 30, 2025 Industry Newspapers Specialty Not Specified Required Education Bachelor's Degree Job Status Full-time Salary Not Specified Description: The Meadville Tribune is seeking a...

Page Designer

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

What you will do: Responsible for copy editing and headline writing; editing for length, copy style and accuracy Promote visual storytelling via photographs, graphics, illustrations and typography in...

Page Designer

  • Boulder, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Boulder, CO
  • 7 days ago

What you will do: Responsible for copy editing and headline writing; editing for length, copy style and accuracy Promote visual storytelling via photographs, graphics, illustrations and typography in...

RFIC Layout Designer

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary Summary Posted: Jun 23, 2025 Role Number: 200610234 The Wireless SoC Radio Team designs state-of-art highly energy efficient CMOS radios, from RF to bits. To deliver these radios, our...

Sr Layout Designer

  • WY
  • 11 days ago
  • WY
  • 11 days ago

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our...

Principal Designer, Layout

  • Wilmington, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA
  • 11 days ago

About Analog Devices Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI ) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines...

Lead Mechanical Designer (Layout)

  • WA
  • 12 days ago
  • WA
  • 12 days ago

With offices in Australia, Canada, USA, South America, Southern Africa, Ghana and the Philippines, Lycopodium proudly delivers high quality professional engineering and project delivery services...

Sr. RFIC Layout Designer (Silicon Engineering)

  • Redmond, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 12 days ago

Sr. RFIC Layout Designer (Silicon Engineering) Redmond, WA Apply SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one...

Sr Layout Designer

  • Wyoming, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Wyoming, MN
  • 13 days ago

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our...

RFIC Layout Designer (Silicon Engineering)

  • Redmond, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 13 days ago

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the...

Sr. RFIC Layout Designer (Silicon Engineering)

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 13 days ago

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the...

Analog Layout Designer

  • Markham, ON
  • 14 days ago
  • Markham, ON
  • 14 days ago

WHAT YOU DO AT AMD CHANGES EVERYTHING We care deeply about transforming lives with AMD technology to enrich our industry, our communities, and the world. Our mission is to build great products...

Layout Artist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Calculus for Beginners and Artists
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This course is only a few test questions on art, art can relax you it can help you stay mentally fit and stable Although no false god(s) are allowed by the TRUE GOD to make or bow down to worship...
Designing Layouts
In this course, you'll learn how to apply design principles through a series of examples. Each example will include some component that can be improved, and by making the improvement, you'll...

Salary for Layout Artist Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Layout Artists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
63.6%
Associate's Degree
15.4%
Master's Degree
10.5%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.1%
Some College
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Layout Artists
Less than 1 year
38.5%
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.2%
6-8 years
11.5%
4-6 years
3.8%
None
3.8%


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