Art Director Jobs in New Jersey

An Art Director in the commercial art industry is responsible for the visual style, images, and layouts in magazines, newspapers, product packaging, movie and television productions, and more. They determine how best to represent a concept visually, how to present it uniquely and memorably, and how to shape the overall aesthetic of a project. This role requires the ability to oversee and coordinate work with other artistic staff, review and approve designs, and present designs to clients for approval.

Important skills for an Art Director include a strong artistic ability, excellent communication and leadership skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. They also need to be proficient in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite. A bachelor's degree in an art or design field is often required. Prior to becoming an Art Director, individuals may hold positions such as Graphic Designer, Senior Designer, or Creative Director. These roles provide valuable experience in creating art and design concepts and leading a creative team.

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Art Director

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 4 days ago

, color theory, and visual storytelling across digital and traditional mediums....

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Art Director

  • Park Ridge, NJ
  • 9 days ago
  • Park Ridge, NJ
  • 9 days ago

Art Director Overview PLACEMENT TYPE: Temporary SALARY: 50-55 per hour START DATE: 04.07.2025 Do you love candy and snacks? Are you looking to join an ever evolving and rapidly growing team?...

Art Director, Packaging and Production - JF20-182429430

  • Park Ridge, NJ
  • 12 days ago
  • Park Ridge, NJ
  • 12 days ago

a hands on Art Director, Packaging and Production (AD) to join their team, full time!...

Job Description Role Purpose The NBC Sports On Air Graphics Team (Stamford, CT) is looking for a full time staff Art Director for its rapidly growing portfolio of live sports properties and studio shows...

Art Director, GenerativeAI - Avatars

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

**Required Skills:** Art Director, GenerativeAI - Avatars Responsibilities:1....

Demographic Data for New Jersey

Moving to New Jersey? Find some basic demographic data about New Jersey below.


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Salary for Art Director Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.6%
Master's Degree
12.6%
Associate's Degree
10.3%
High School or GED
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Art Directors in New Jersey
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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