Art Director Jobs in Tempe, AZ

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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Senior Graphic Designer - email, eCommerce (LM10-18453392)

  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 4 days ago

**You will be responsible for executing a variety of branding and campaignwork.Must have agency and big brand experience to be considered, with amodern portfolio.What you will be doing:\- Designing...

Senior Graphic Designer (AV10-18484331)

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 5 days ago

- Strong understanding of typography, layout design, branding, and print production processes.- Experience in digital design and user interface design is a plus.- Excellent collaboration and communication...

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (9 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 9 days ago

Required Skills and Experience Senior Graphic Designer/Art Director with over 6 years of hands-on experience in professional design....

Senior Graphic Designer - email, eCommerce - LM10-18453391

  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 22 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 22 days ago

You will be responsible for executing a variety of branding and campaign work. Must have agency and big brand experience to be considered, with a modern portfolio....

Senior Graphic Designer

  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ (7 miles from Tempe, AZ)
  • 29 days ago

Design Excellence : A proven track record of delivering high-quality work across multiple platforms, with a thorough understanding of typography, layout, and color theory....

Demographic Data for Tempe, AZ

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Tempe, AZ

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Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Tempe, AZ 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 in Tempe, AZ
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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