Art Director Jobs in Virginia

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, Yahoo News

  • Herndon, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 12 days ago

Art Director, Yahoo News At Yahoo News, we aim to be the world's best curator for our 35 million daily users, empowering them to make informed choices....

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago

At Koalafi, we believe in a world where no one has to put an important purchase on hold. That's why we're making it easier for more people to pay for big purchases over time. Over 20,000 retailers...

Art Director - Sr

  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Sr Art Director Responsibilities: Execute a broad range of integrated touchpoints including print, digital, OOH, campaign & toolkit creation, In-Cafe events and experiences and brand activations to...

Senior Art Director, Brand Digital and Content

  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 60+ days ago

An innovative thinker and art director with skills in visual design, branding, concept development, and content creation....

Demographic Data for Virginia

Moving to Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about Virginia below.


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8,631,637
205,142

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.5%
Master's Degree
13.5%
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 Virginia
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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