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

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Job Summary: Ironworks, the in-house creative agency for Caterpillar Inc. is looking to fill an Art Director role within the agency....

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 3 hours ago

Strong understanding of typography, color theory, layout design, and visual hierarchy. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present ideas and designs effectively....

Art Director

  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 3 hours ago

Required Skills Strong conceptual abilities, solid art direction skills and a knowledge of the digital landscape Good client presentation skills demonstrating a clear vision of how the work addresses...

Creative Project Manager, NON IT

  • Mettawa, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mettawa, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Creative PM (1-4 years of experience) Hybrid: 3 days onsite with no exceptions. (Mettawa is between Buffalo Grove and Lake Forest) Freelance, 1 year NON IT, NO C2C Our global pharma client is...

Marketing Creative Project Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is changing how the world watches TV Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every...

Art Director & Senior Graphic Designer

  • Irvine, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 9 hours ago

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Senior Graphic Designer

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 17 hours ago

This individual will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the visual design....

Art Director - East Asian streetwear / media / music culture

  • Carrollton, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • Carrollton, TX
  • 22 hours ago

The ideal Art Director brings a wide variety of creative experience across digital content, packaging design, graphic design, and video production....

Senior Art Director

  • Columbus, OH
  • 22 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 22 hours ago

Mentorship: Guide and support fellow art directors, acting as a hands-on art director. Client Engagement: Present and sell ideas internally and to clients....

Art Supervisor

  • Columbus, OH
  • 22 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 22 hours ago

Mentor and develop Art Directors and creative team members. Partner with Strategy on research, positioning, and messaging....

Anthropologie Senior Design Director

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Role Summary Anthropologie is searching for a Senior Design Director. Our Design Directors are responsible for creating a seasonal collection of innovative product appropriate for the...

Art Director

  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 1 day ago

We're looking for an Art Director. Please include your portfolio link in your application; candidates without portfolios will not be considered....

Art Director - Legge 68/99

  • Milan, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Milan, TN
  • 1 day ago

Art Directors at AKQA contribute in generating innovative ideas to create beautiful products, services and meaningful experiences....

Creative Project Manager

  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 1 day ago

About the company Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on innovation and building culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique vision:...

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

Work closely with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Writers, and Strategists to craft breakthrough work....

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...
Introduction to Modern Art
Stretching from the turn of the nineteenth century right up to the present day, modern art encompasses a huge range of forms and styles. To understand art today, you need an awareness of its...

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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
13.6%
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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