Art Director Jobs in California

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

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Real Chemistry is looking for an Art Director join our growing Market Access team!...

Art Director - Williams Sonoma

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago

You will work closely with the Creative Director/ Senior Art Director to help define the direction of photography for each season and special projects....

Art Director/Senior GFX Designer (FT)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

We're looking for a hands-on Art Director / Senior Graphic Designer to take our visual output to the next level. This isn't an agency role where you pass the concept off to someone else....

Junior Art Director Fashion

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Art Director with a strong background in both print and digital design....

Art Director, Design, Fun and Bright

  • City of Industry, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • City of Industry, CA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum of 8 years of experience in graphic design, art direction, or a related field. Minimum of 2 years leading a team Experience in the haircare,wellness, beauty industry is preferred....

Art Director, Music Merch

  • Culver City, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 4 days ago

Youll guide concepting, provide art direction, and translate feedback into compelling visual output....

Art Director

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 5 days ago

Provide stellar art direction and ensure high-quality design standards. Present creative ideas and campaigns to stakeholders and clients....

Art Director III

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 5 days ago

Our client, a leading player in the creative industry, is seeking an Art Director III to join their team....

Qualifications Bachelors degree in graphic design, advertising, or a related field. 6 + years of experience in professional advertising agency Art Direction experience, with at least 2 years management...

eCommerce Art Director - Industrial Color

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 8 days ago

The eCommerce Art Director is responsible for the creative direction and execution for one of Industrial Color's largest e-commerce production clients....

Designer / Art Director , Device Brand Studio

  • Culver City, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 8 days ago

As an Designer / Art Director at Device Brand Studio, youll lead the creative vision for campaign events across our device portfolio....

Manager, Brand Communications Design (Art Director)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago

Minimum of 3yrs. at Art Director level, leading and directing designers....

Art Director IV

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 9 days ago

direction for campaigns across different touch points In-depth understanding of Sketch, Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and PowerPoint Data-driven and obsessed with understanding customers...

Creative Agency Senior Art Director

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 days ago

We are looking for a proactive, self-motivated, and inspirational candidate with solid visual design capabilities and a comprehensive understanding of how brands can express themselves across a brand...

Design Director

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 days ago

Expertise in graphic design, typography, UX/UI, motion, and/or environmental design. Strong creative references that speak to both leadership and hands-on execution....

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in California 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 in California
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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