Art Director Jobs in Kirkland, WA

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 (3121)

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for Art Directors who have experience building art direction decks for synthetic imagery, managing CGI development (internal tech teams or external agencies) of digital assets & giving...

Design Director, Global Brand

  • Kirkland, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Kirkland, WA
  • 6 days ago

Company Description It all started in sunny San Diego, California in 2004 when a visionary engineer, Fred Luddy, saw the potential to transform how we work. Fast forward to today - ServiceNow...

Art Director, Device Brand Studio

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 8 days ago

This role combines strategic art direction with hands-on design....

Designer / Art Director , Device Brand Studio

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Designer / Art Director, Device Brand Studio

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 8 days ago

This role will be responsible for core brand and visual design work as well as concept development and on-set art direction....

Design Director

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Youll be responsible for managing projects, nurturing client relationships, and maintaining the highest standards of visual and interaction design....

Sr Art Director The Studio - US Based Remote (PST Strongly Preferred)

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 11 days ago

PST Time Zone Strongly Preferred **Role Overview** As a Senior Art Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the creative output of THE STUDIO....

Remote Work

Art Director, Amazon Publishing

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 16 days ago

Key job responsibilities Provide art direction for book cover designs that are high-concept, commercial, and iconic with the ability to translate across multiple formats....

Art Director, Magic: The Gathering

  • Renton, WA (15 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Renton, WA (15 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 18 days ago

Magic: the Gathering, the worlds first and best-in-class Trading Card Game, is hiring a new Commissioning Art Director!...

Senior Graphic Designer, Global Jordan Streetwear Apparel

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 21 days ago

.- A deep understanding of typography, color theory, brand identity, and design principles.- Passion for streetwear and street-style culture....

Senior Graphic Designer, Global Jordan Streetwear Footwear

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 25 days ago

A deep understanding of typography, color theory, brand identity, and design principles. Passion for streetwear and street-style culture....

Art Director

  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (7 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 28 days ago

Art Director LocationSeattle, WA 98108 Date PostedMay 12, 2025 Job ID12977 Employment TypeDirect Hire Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Art Director for an innovative, design-forward...

Assistant Creative Services Manager (or Senior Graphic Designer )

  • Bellevue, WA (3 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (3 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 29 days ago

Equivalent combination of education and experience can be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis Three (3) or more years of visual design experience Proficiency in visual...

Art Director, Okta Newsroom

  • Bellevue, WA (3 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (3 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Art Director, Okta Newsroom opportunity Okta is seeking a visionary and experienced Art Director to shape the visual identity and elevate the storytelling of the Okta Newsroom....

Principal Design Director

  • Redmond, WA (3 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Redmond, WA (3 miles from Kirkland, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Drive product experience strategy, interaction design, creative direction and craftsmanship for a v1 product....

Demographic Data for Kirkland, WA

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Kirkland, WA

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Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Kirkland, WA 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 Kirkland, WA
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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