Art Director Jobs in Washington, DC

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

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Residency Status ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE A US CITIZEN Clearance ALL candidates are REQUIRED to Currently Possess an ACTIVE TSSCI wCI polygraph for consideration of this position Time Type Full Time...

Senior Graphic Designer NEW

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

plaques-metal, glass, acrylic and wood, drawing/sketching, signs, banners, brochures, logo design, and certificates) Use a high level of discernment, imagination, and artistic knowledge regarding typography...

Journeyman-Senior Graphic Designer

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 2 days ago

Journeyman-Senior Graphic Designer Bluemont Technology & Research, Inc Yesterday Top Secret Unspecified Polygraph Visual and Creative Bethesda, MD (ON-SITE/OFFICE) JOB TITLE: Journeyman-Senior...

Art Director

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Art Director in Washington , District Of Columbia Sr....

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Design Director

  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 28 days ago

Proven ability to solve complex UX problems and the product strategy skills to deliver best-in-class visual design solutions Ability to uncover and utilize business truths and user behaviors that help...

Art Director

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

Define Art direction in new product experiences aligned with Meta's vision for the metaverse. Inspire top-tier art execution....

Digital Art Director (Editorial)

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

The Digital Art Director (Creative Editorial) will be a key player in transforming AARP’s award-winning editorial content into innovative digital experiences that are appropriate for our members....

Senior Art Director

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 90+ days ago

The Senior Art Director will have the opportunity to learn and show leadership skills....

Demographic Data for Washington, DC

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Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
Introduction to Modern Art
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Salary for Art Director Jobs in Washington, DC

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.4%
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 Washington, DC
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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