Art Directors
O*NET 27-1011.00 · SOC 27-1011
Projected Growth
+2%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$107k
per year
Annual Openings
11k
positions/year
Education Level
Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
A bachelor's degree is the standard entry point for Art Directors roles. Related majors and internship experience during college significantly improve your chances. Many employers also value relevant certifications or project portfolios alongside the degree.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Creative — studios, agencies, or remote
Work Style
Mixed — alternates between solo focused work and collaboration
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Artistic (Creators)7.0
Enterprising (Persuaders)5.2
Conventional (Organizers)3.6
Realistic (Doers)3.0
Social (Helpers)2.9
Investigative (Thinkers)2.7
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