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.

1-15 of 272 Jobs

Art Director

  • New York, NY
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY
  • moments ago

Art Director We are seeking a talented and innovative Art Director to join our team on a freelance basis....

Sr Art Director - Brand Creative

  • Plantation, FL
  • moments ago
  • Plantation, FL
  • moments ago

Expertise in art direction, branding, visual storytelling, and digital content creation across various platforms....

Principal Art Director

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago

About the Role: Workday is seeking a passionate and expert Principal Art Director, Experiential to join our dynamic team....

Senior Graphic Designer - Remote

  • 7 hours ago
  • 7 hours ago

collateral, including brochures, sell sheets, displays and interactive presentations and a variety of ad hoc requests Ensure design concepts are consistent, on target and properly reflect Prime's brand...

Remote Work

Art Director

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 9 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 9 hours ago

We're looking for an Art Director (AD) who can move ideas across channels, cultures, and categories with insight, originality, and precision....

Senior Graphic Designer ENGIE Jobs

  • Spokane, WA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 9 hours ago

Oversee brand design strategy and production to support brand and marketing initiatives, ensuring creative efficacity, alignment to central strategies and adherence to the brand system....

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Pleasant Grove, UT
  • 9 hours ago
  • Pleasant Grove, UT
  • 9 hours ago

What You'll Do Take ownership of and evolve the ObservePoint visual brand across all platforms....

Creative, Art Director Intern

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 10 hours ago

You should apply for the Creative, Art Director internship if You're a wizard with the Adobe Suite....

Art Director I - School of Public Health

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 hours ago

, Photo Retouching, Printing Techniques, Print Media, Production Techniques, Public Relations (PR), Teamwork, Typography, Understanding of Concepts, Video Design, Visual Design, Web-Based Communications...

Art Director/DECK

  • New York, NY
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 21 hours ago

A global agency, is looking for an Art Director / Designer that blends exceptional design acumen with the ability to tell compelling stories through visually engaging PowerPoint presentations....

Marcom Art Director

  • Cupertino, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 1 day ago

Prepare Marketing Materials for the iPad Pro and iPad Mini Product Launches in Collaboration with Other Creatives, such as Creative Directions, Motion Designers, and Hardware Art Directors....

Associate Art Director

  • Southfield, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Southfield, MI
  • 1 day ago

Were looking for an entry-level Associate Art Director. Please include your portfolio link in your application; candidates without portfolios will not be considered....

Design Director, W

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

W magazine seeks a Design Director who will help shape the overall look of the W brand....

Art Director - Gaming Focused

  • Burbank, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 1 day ago

As an Sr Art Director, you are a strategic thinker with a strong eye for aesthetics, an expert in visual communication, and a mentor who uplifts and inspires creative teams....

Senior Art Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

The Impact You Will Make We are an ambitious, quickly expanding team looking for a Senior Art Director who can help us compete on a global scale....

Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireAdvertising curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
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...
Professional Director Series: Fundamentals for Directors
The course covers the fundamentals for aspiring and current directors. Topics like Types of Directors, Structure of the Board, Removal of a Director from office, and Exemptions available for...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


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
69.3%
Master's Degree
13.6%
Associate's Degree
9.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Art Director Related Career Advice Articles

group of ad agency team members collaborating
How to Survive and Thrive in an Ad Agency

If you are just starting your advertising career and looking for the best advertising job that fits your skills, then you're about to embark on a challenging yet wonderful journey.

Read article »