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Art Director Job Description

We are pleased to provide Graphic Design Job Descriptions to our visitors. An Art Director is responsible for generating effective visual branding for clients. This can include creating/improving the look and feel of a magazine, web site, support materials, related products, and/or promotions. Often duties include supervising teams of design professionals. Art Directors are expected to strategize, design, and even produce high-end results. Skill set requirements may vary depending on the job. Art Directors can choose to do freelance project work or find full-time positions. Most Art Director positions require a ranging knowledge of the latest software as well as proven management capabilities and a solid portfolio. Today, accessible online design portfolios are usually preferred.

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Vesna Pavlovic, Japan
Graphic Design Certificate
Developed in student course:
Advanced Logo Design

If you are interested in a career as an Art Director, the first place to start is by choosing which program interests you, so that you can obtain the necessary software skills and project development training. For beginner and intermediate designers the following Certificate Programs are available:

Graphic Design Certificates
Web Design Certificates
Multimedia Design Certificates
Digital Arts Certificates
Marketing Design Certificates