Art Director Jobs in New York

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 (Investment Banking)

  • New York, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 19 hours ago

Job Description The Art Director will be part of a creative team and will help to lead the design and creative direction efforts....

Art Director

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

Your Team Responsibilities MSCI is looking for an Art Director to join our growing in-house creative team....

Art Director Intern

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

As our Art Director Intern, you will......

Art Director - BEAUTY

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Art Director - BEAUTY Overview PLACEMENT TYPE: Temporary SALARY: $50-55/hr + Benefits START DATE: 03.31.2025 Aquent Studios is adding to our growing team!...

Macy's Photo Art Director Intern - Marketing. Long Island City - Full Time

  • Long Island City, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY
  • 2 days ago

Job Overview The Photo Art Director Resident participates in Macys 2025 Photo Content Studio Summer Residency, an 8-week, full-time paid program....

New Art Director, Sterling Union Square TEMP

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

ART DIRECTOR, STERLING UNION SQUARE TEMP Art New York, New York Sterling, Union Square is looking for a talented Temporary Art Director to support their design initiatives and projects....

Art Director

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

Art Director LOCATION: NEW YORK Published: Fri, 03/07/2025 Job ID: 2025-99943 COMPANY DESCRIPTION Digitas is the Networked Experience Agency, built on the vision that we create magnetic experiences...

Art Director, Amazon Publishing

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

Amazon Publishing is looking for a creative, talented, and customer-obsessed Senior Art Director to join our team in Seattle/NYC to help build great experiences for authors, readers, and internal teams...

Art Supervisor

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Art Supervisor Creative New York, New York In the journey of your life, your career should make a difference. At Inizio Evoke, we come togetherto do the best work, in the best possible place....

Remote Work

Print Art Director - Part-Time (DR8-18436701)

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Full Job DescriptionPrint Art DirectorPosition OverviewThe Print Art Director will lead the design and production of high-quality print materials, ensuring that all projects align with the brand's vision...

Art Director

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Williams Lea is hiring for an Art Director for our New York City office to work Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm!...

Print Art Director

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Art Director will report to the Senior Art Director. You will visually represent our updated positioning....

Art Director

  • Albany, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 7 days ago

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

Remote Work

Art Director, Inklore (Open to Remote)

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

We are seeking an Art Director for our Inklore list and forthcoming Disney graphic novel publishing program....

Remote Work

Brand Design Manager (temp contract position)

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

business needs Preferred qualifications: Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills Experience with cross-functional collaboration Meticulous attention to detail, with excellent typography...

Demographic Data for New York

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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...
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Salary for Art Director Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Art Directors in New York 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 York
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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