Art Director

Code: 27-1011.00

Also known as: Art Director, Art Supervisor, Creative Director, Creative Guru, Design Director, Director of Creative Services, Consumer Products, Group Art Supervisor, Production Manager, Senior Art Director

Description: Transforming ideas from concept to a fully realized consumer experience not only requires creative vision, but also a firm grasp of managerial practices. The Art Director is the overseeing eye, supervising the entire lifecycle of an artistic project. Although Art Directors are often associated with film and television projects, approximately 12% of all Art Directors work in advertising.

Art Director

Typical wages


10% $54,530
25% $71,610
Median $97,270
75% $136,310
90% $199,250
10% $26.22
25% $34.43
Median $46.77
75% $65.53
90% $95.79

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
99,100
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
97,300
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 9,200