Associate Art Director Jobs in New York

An Associate Art Director in the commercial art industry is responsible for managing and coordinating various art and design projects. They assist the Art Director in conceptualizing and executing creative solutions for advertising campaigns, branding, and other commercial needs. They work closely with the creative team to develop visual concepts, oversee the work of designers and illustrators, manage production schedules, and ensure quality standards are met. The Associate Art Director also liaises with clients and other stakeholders to understand their creative vision and objectives.

Key skills required for this role include strong creativity, excellent communication, leadership, time management, and problem-solving abilities. They should have a strong understanding of graphic design, typography, color theory, and the latest industry trends. Proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite is also essential. To become an Associate Art Director, one typically needs a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Art, or a related field. Certification in project management or relevant software can provide an edge. Prior experience in roles such as Graphic Designer, Junior Art Director, or Senior Designer is often required before stepping into the Associate Art Director role.

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Creative Director

  • New York, NY
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 22 hours ago

at Early Warning Services in New York, New York, United States Job Description At Early Warning, we've powered and protected the U.S. financial system for over thirty years with cutting-edge...

Freelance VP Associate Creative Director, Art

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

Freelance VP Associate Creative Director, Art Updated: March 7, 2025 Location: New York City, NY, United States Job ID: 8194 Description You inspire creativity and lead with clear direction. In...

Creative Director, Organic Content

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago

Hims & Hers Health, Inc. (better known as Hims & Hers) is the leading health and wellness platform, on a mission to help the world feel great through the power of better health. We are...

Executive Creative Director- Healthcare

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

Overview FleishmanHillard, a global integrated communications agency delivering transformational outcomes for some of the world's biggest brands has an immediate opening for a hands-on Executive...

Creative Director (Aruliden)

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

Creative Director at Aruliden (Brand Design Practice) This role is to be based near our New York City office About us Aruliden, a Material company, is an award-winning multi-disciplinary design...

Associate Creative Director

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

Associate Creative Director Cooley is seeking an Associate Creative Director to join the Marketing & Business Development team. Position summary : Working closely with the Director of Brand...

Creative Director

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

internal and external creative presentations Exceptional craft in Copy or Art Experience writing in a variety of voices, tones, styles and lengths or ability to deliver compelling design direction, typography...

Director Storyteller/Creative Director, Luxury Division

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

Job Title: Director Storyteller/Creative Director, Luxury Division Location: Hudson Yards, New York City Reports To: AVP, Digital Content, Luxury Division Who We Are: For more than a century,...

Droga5 Associate Creative Director, Art

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

Job Description Who we are Droga5, part of Accenture Song, is a creative agency with offices in New York, London, Dublin,Tokyo and Sao Paulo. From integrated communications and experience...

Associate Art Director, Licensed Entertainment

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

Art Director, Licensed Entertainment Working closely with the Creative Director, provide leadership and assist in the design and art direction of Abrams’ books, primarily in the Licensed Entertainment...

VP, Associate Creative Director, Copy

  • New York, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 11 days ago

Basic Information Location NY NY 622 3rd Posted Date 18-Feb-2025 Agency Area 23 Department Creative Job Number 46609 Job Type Regular Posting Locations United States - New York, New York Work...

Senior Creative Director, Brand Creative Womens Lifestyle, Global

  • New York, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 11 days ago

.- Highly proficient in design, typography, and retouching using Adobe Creative Suite.- Astute attention to detail and meticulous organizational skills.- Experience leading a design/narrative studio...

Associate Director, Art

  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago

Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group is seeking a proficient Associate Art Director to join our Picture Book team....

Associate Creative Director, Art Director New York, New York, United States WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR Creative thinker with an emphasis on visual expression. Developed design skills that move beyond...

Associate Creative Director

  • New York, NY
  • 15 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 15 days ago

Content Editing: Tethering, Lighting, and color manipulation using Adobe Lightroom and Capture One Pro; Social Media: create video content and digital live billboards using Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere...

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Associate Art Director Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Associate 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

Associate Art Directors in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
69.8%
Master's Degree
12.3%
Associate's Degree
10.4%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
1.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Associate 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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