Art Directors Jobs Pay in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC
Average Hourly Pay
$58.71
83.5%Above national average
Range: $55.91 – $61.50
Average Annual Pay
$122,107
83.5%Above national average
Range: $116,293 – $127,922
How much do Art Directors make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$49.90/hr
Range: $47.52 – $52.27
Annual Rate
$103,791
Range: $98,849 – $108,734
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$58.71/hr
Range: $55.91 – $61.50
Annual Rate
$122,107
Range: $116,293 – $127,922
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$67.52/hr
Range: $64.30 – $70.72
Annual Rate
$140,423
Range: $133,737 – $147,110
Art Directors job description
Art Directors professionals lead teams and departments to achieve organizational goals. They develop strategies, manage resources, and ensure operational excellence while fostering employee development.
Responsibilities
- •Lead and supervise team members
- •Develop and implement strategies
- •Manage budgets and resources
- •Set goals and monitor performance
- •Make decisions and solve problems
- •Report to senior leadership
Skills
- •Leadership and team building
- •Strategic planning
- •Communication and negotiation
- •Problem-solving
- •Financial acumen
- •Decision-making
Qualifications
- •Bachelor's degree in related field
- •Several years of relevant experience
- •Proven leadership track record
- •Industry-specific knowledge
