Art Director Jobs

An Art Director in the advertising industry is responsible for the visual concept of a brand or product. This involves creating initial designs, selecting the artistic style and visual elements for the campaign, and overseeing the entire creative process from conceptualization to final execution. They work closely with the creative team, including copywriters and graphic designers, to ensure that all elements are in line with the client's vision and brand identity. They are also responsible for presenting design ideas to clients, making revisions based on feedback, and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.

An Art Director should possess strong artistic skills and creative thinking, as well as excellent leadership and communication abilities. They should be proficient in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and have a strong understanding of marketing principles. A degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, or a related field, along with a robust portfolio showcasing their work, is often required. Prior job roles that would provide relevant experience include positions such as Graphic Designer, Senior Graphic Designer, or Creative Lead. Some Art Directors may also come from a copywriting background, highlighting the need for strong conceptual skills in this role.

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Art Director (Remote - Wisconsin)

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 hour ago

As a remote Art Director on Morleys award-winning in-house creative team, you'll lead with vision and creativity, shaping experiences for major brands across digital, interactive, print and event platforms...

Remote Work

Art Director Texas Christian University

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 2 hours ago

The Art Director serves as a key liaison to admissions partners, ensuring brand standards are upheld, projects are delivered on time and on brand, and all materials are reviewed for alignment with TCUs...

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Denver, CO
  • 10 hours ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 10 hours ago

digital, print and videoformats to support the companys campaign and marketing needs Work with campaign project leaders to understand strategy and communication plans Work with the Creative Director, Art...

Senior Graphic Designer, B2B

  • Ontario, OR
  • 10 hours ago
  • Ontario, OR
  • 10 hours ago

Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, motion graphics, and layout. Ability to work independently and as part of a team....

Sr Art Director

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 hours ago

Were looking for a Senior Art Director who knows how to build and scale visual storytelling for a brand that doesnt sit still. T-Mobile is relentless....

Art Director

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 hours ago

directors, sharing feedback and leading by example Ensure every deliverable meets a high bar for craft, cohesion, and clarity What Youll Bring: 68 years of experience in art direction across brand,...

Marketing Design Director

  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago

About Suno Suno is a music company for the next generation of creators. Its AI-powered platform makes it easy for anyone to create original music. Built by musicians and engineers, Suno empowers...

Creative Design Director PAYS $90/HR

  • Algona, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Algona, WA
  • 13 hours ago

design principles including layout, typography, color and composition Bachelor's degree in related creative field (design, advertising, etc.)....

Art Director - Fashion / Retail

  • New York, NY
  • 13 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 13 hours ago

Our client is the Brand Design team of a fashion retailer seeking an Art Director for a hybrid 3-month assignment with likely extension that will be onsite 3 days/week (Tues-Thurs) in Manhattan and...

Art Director - Video & Motion Design

  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 hours ago

Position Summary: The Art Director, Video & Motion Design reports to the Creative Director and brings storytelling to life through engaging, design-forward motion content....

Art Director, Brand Creative

  • Seattle, WA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 22 hours ago

The Art Director on the brand team at Salesforce is responsible for the development and execution of creative projects across a wide range of platforms and channels....

Senior Art Director, Brand Creative

  • Seattle, WA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 22 hours ago

The Senior Art Director on the brand team at Salesforce is responsible for leading the development and execution of creative projects across a wide range of platforms and channels....

Art Director, Commerce

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 22 hours ago

View All Jobs Art Director, Commerce Atlanta, Georgia, United States; Chicago, Illinois, United States; St....

Senior Art Director

  • Boston Heights, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston Heights, OH
  • 1 day ago

Arhaus is seeking a Senior Art Director to join their Creative team....

Graphic Design Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Primary Purpose: Lead design team in developing, managing and delivery of effective and compelling design solutions across Department divisions and stakeholder touch points while maintaining brand...

Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Mastering the Art of Storytelling For Writers and Directors
Whether you are a complete beginner or an aspiring writer with some experience, this course will provide you with the tools, techniques, and inspiration needed to craft engaging narratives that...
Boardroom Foundations: What Every Future Board Director Should Know
Step into the boardroom and discover the fundamentals of governance, leadership, and effective decision-making. Across five weeks, youll explore the role of governance in organisational settings,...
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...

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Salary for Art Director Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.4%
Master's Degree
13.7%
Associate's Degree
9.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
High School or GED
2.5%
Some College
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

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