Art Director Jobs in Pasadena, CA

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 - Gaming Focused

  • Burbank, CA (10 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Burbank, CA (10 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 2 days 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....

Design Director

  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • El Segundo, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview As the Design Director, you will lead the creative vision and execution of branding projects....

Photo Art Director ...

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago

They will lead pre-production, creative planning, on-set art direction and post-production in addition to managing other photo art directors....

Senior Graphic Designer, Mens Nike Sportswear Apparel

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 8 days ago

They play a key role in the conceptualization, design, and development of apparel graphics and branding elements....

Design Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Leadership of design for a full partner portfolio, managing other art directors, graphic designers and managers within the design team to bring the whole project together Ability to manage timelines...

Graphic Design Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 14 days ago

communication, organizational, and project management skills Attention to detail and ability to handle creative feedback effectively Well-versed in modern digital platforms If you have a passion for design, typography...

Creative Project Manager

  • Santa Monica, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 15 days ago

. - Facilitate with harnessing big creative ideas for online media growing the business and working with advertisers and agencies to build innovative products - Basic understanding of technical integration...

Art Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Minimum of 2-5 years of proven art direction, production and editing experience....

Service Design Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 21 days ago

Knowledge of and experience with applying user-centered design processes....

Freelance Senior Graphic Designer

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 22 days ago

Develop, design, and execute all print-related marketing materials as briefed Assist in photoshoot art direction and scheduling, and image retouching Lead junior designers on the team as assigned to...

Art Director , Brand Innovation Lab, Telecommunication & Entertainment

  • Santa Monica, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (22 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Amazon's Brand Innovation Lab is looking for a talented and passionate Art Director to create bespoke campaigns focused on Telecommunication and Entertainment clients in the US....

Experience Design Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Knowledge of and experience with applying user-centered design processes across different types of work....

Product Design Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Strong portfolio showcasing interaction and visual design skills, with a track record of shipping successful products....

Remote Work

Art Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (13 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Art Director will also participate in daily cross-functional collaborations to bring innovation to the brand identity and marketing content....

Senior Graphic Designer

  • City of Industry, CA (3 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • City of Industry, CA (3 miles from Pasadena, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

for store merchandising displays and promotional materials for the brand Concept brand collateral including brand guidelines, brochures, mailers, magazine ads, and web banners Develop product packaging...

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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Pasadena, CA

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Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Pasadena, CA 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 Pasadena, CA
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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