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Art Directors

Median Salary
106,500
Job Outlook
+5%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting, video, and film. Direct workers engaged in artwork or layout design.

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of art directors is projected to grow 5 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 11,700 openings for art directors are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$46,400

10%

$106,500

Median

$175,440

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    68%

  • High school

    9%

  • Master's degree

    7%

  • Some college

    5%

  • Associate's degree

    5%

  • Post baccalaureate

    3%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Digital Arts
  • Graphic Design
  • Intermedia/Multimedia

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Leadership

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Fine Arts
  • Design
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Communications and Media
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Time Pressure

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Artistic

You love creating things and expressing yourself through art, writing and music.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.