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Canoo

Creative / Art Director

Justin, TX · On-site

$142K - $150K/yr

Job Title Creative / Art Director About Canoo Canoo's mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough ...

TRG, Inc.

Junior Art Director

Dallas, TX · On-site

We're looking for a concept-focused, creative art director to help us take our work to the next level. You will join a collaborative, innovative team committed to doing work that breaks through on a ...

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Serato Limited

Art Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$130K - $136K/yr

We are looking for a hands-on, creative Art Director with graphic design skills to join the Creative Team in Los Angeles. This role demands a high taste level and a strong connection to North ...

Serato Limited

Art Director

Los Angeles, CA

$130K - $136K/yr

We are looking for a hands-on, creative Art Director with graphic design skills to join the Creative Team in Los Angeles. This role demands a high taste level and a strong connection to North ...

EVERSANA

Creative Director, Art

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

WHAT DOES A CREATIVE DIRECTOR, ART DO? We are seeking a visionary and experienced Creative Director to lead our creative team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in creative direction ...

Serato Limited

Art Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$130K - $136K/yr

We are looking for a hands-on, creative Art Director with graphic design skills to join the Creative Team in Los Angeles. This role demands a high taste level and a strong connection to North ...

Luxe Media, LLC

Art Director Intern/Volunteer

New York, NY

$16.50 - $22/hr

The Art Director assists in the execution of the artistic vision of the magazine. Collaborates with Felix Magazine Editorial Staff to conceive ideas for all front of book pages. Creates detailed ...

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How much do creative art director intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for creative art director intern in the United States is $16.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Creative Art Director Intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Creative Art Director Intern, you need a solid grasp of visual design principles, a portfolio showcasing creative projects, and a relevant educational background in design or related fields. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and digital collaboration platforms is typically required. Strong communication, openness to feedback, and the ability to work collaboratively make candidates stand out. These skills and qualities are crucial for developing compelling visuals, meeting client expectations, and contributing effectively in fast-paced creative teams.

What is the difference between Creative Art Director Intern vs Graphic Design Intern?

AspectCreative Art Director InternGraphic Design Intern
Required SkillsCreative direction, visual storytelling, teamworkDesign software, layout, branding
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, creative agencies, advertising firmsDesign studios, marketing departments
Typical ResponsibilitiesAssist in visual concepts, support art directionCreate graphics, layouts, and visual content

The Creative Art Director Intern focuses on supporting the overall visual concept and art direction, often working closely with senior creatives. In contrast, the Graphic Design Intern primarily creates specific visual assets like layouts and graphics. Both roles require creativity and familiarity with design tools, but the art director internship emphasizes strategic visual storytelling and team collaboration, while the graphic design internship centers on producing tangible design outputs.

What types of projects and collaboration can a Creative Art Director Intern expect during their internship?

As a Creative Art Director Intern, you can expect to work closely with senior art directors, designers, copywriters, and marketing teams on a variety of projects such as ad campaigns, brand identity development, and social media content. Interns often contribute to brainstorming sessions, assist with mood boards, and help execute visual concepts for client presentations. The role typically involves a mix of independent work and collaborative teamwork, providing exposure to the full creative process from ideation to execution. This hands-on experience is invaluable for developing a strong creative portfolio and understanding the dynamics of agency or in-house creative teams.

What does a Creative Art Director Intern do?

A Creative Art Director Intern assists senior art directors in developing visual concepts and executing creative projects for marketing, advertising, or branding campaigns. Their responsibilities often include brainstorming ideas, creating mood boards, designing layouts, and collaborating with copywriters, designers, and other team members. Interns gain hands-on experience in the creative process, learn industry-standard design tools, and contribute to real-world projects under the guidance of experienced professionals.
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Creative / Art Director

Canoo

Justin, TX • On-site

$142K - $150K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Job Title
Creative / Art Director
About Canoo
Canoo's mission is to bring EVs to Everyone and build a world-class team to deploy this sustainable mobility revolution. We have developed breakthrough electric vehicles that are reinventing the automotive landscape with pioneering technologies, award-winning designs, and a unique business model that spans all owners in the full lifecycle of the vehicle. Canoo is starting production and is distinguished by its pioneering and experienced team of technologists, engineers, and designers. With offices around the country, the company is scaling quickly and seeking candidates who love to challenge themselves, are motivated by purpose, and possess a strong desire to get things done.
The "Canoo Way"
Canoo's success is the direct result of our disciplined application of our core operating principles and drills, which are based on three main principles: Think 80/20 ("Important versus less important"), Act 30/30 ("Reduce waste and increase output"), and Live 90/10 ("We have each other's back"). We hire based on "MET" - Mindset, Equipment and willingness to Train - and seek individuals that take accountability and deliver results being Humble, Hungry to succeed, and Hunting for opportunities to win. We train our team to engage with each other by modulating between their intellect (iQ) and emotional intelligence (eQ) applying Facts, Finesse, and Force when they communicate. The principles and drills of the CANOO Way have been fundamental to our success, our ability to grow, continuously improve, innovate and are at the core of our day-to-day operations.
Job Purpose
As Creative/Art Director, you must have deep knowledge and passion for leading a team of animators, photographers, videographers, motion graphic and visualization artists creating images, video and animations of our products at a high standard. You will work closely with the brand design and vehicle design teams to ensure images/animations match design intentions and product specifications. Your primary purpose is to support the Brand Team on all projects, ranging from concept creation, storyboarding, lookdev, theming and ideation all the way through to delivering final production design.
While directing a team of designers (in-house, contract, and agency), this position also includes creating images/videos/animations (individual contributor) for concept presentations to executives and potential customers. Excellent communication skills are needed to interact with a fast-paced and multi-talented team. The ideal candidate is highly productive and has a team-centered spirit and a positive attitude.
This position is full-time in-office. Candidates must reside within Dallas TX or have a reasonable driving commute to Justin, TX and/or be willing to relocate.
Responsibilities (80s of the Position)
  • Lead and build a team of animators, photographers, videographers, motion graphic and visualization artists
  • Lead creative pitches from concept to final execution and present to key internal stakeholders for creative and budgetary approval
  • Collaborate with brand (UXUI, digital product, graphic) and vehicle design teams
  • Inspire internal team to create future-driven work utilizing new tools and methodologies in an effort to stay relevant and topical through
  • In certain cases, manage external contractors and agencies in the production of photo/video assets
  • Research and present initiatives to keep design processes of the studio relevant within the industry
  • An understanding of digital programs/tools for stills, animation, lighting, and shading

Required Experience
  • 10+ years of production experience in Visual Effects or Motion Graphics industry, in-house or at agency
  • Software experience
    • Adobe After Effects / Premier
    • Adobe Photoshop
    • Understanding: Maya / Cinema 4D
    • Understanding: Redshift Render Engine / VRed

Preferred Experience
  • Experience with creating photoreal CG environments is a bonus
  • Experience with Unreal Engine (AR, VR, XR) is a bonus

Travel Requirements
  • Limited Travel might be required for company events

Physical Requirements for Non-Physical Positions
While performing the duties of this job, employees may be required to sit for prolonged periods of time, occasionally bending or stooping, lifting up to 10 pounds, and prolonged periods of computer use.
Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
What's Cool About Working Here...
  • Meaningful, challenging work that will redefine automotive landscape and make EVs available to everyone
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance
  • Equity Compensation
  • Flexible Paid Time Off
  • Casual workplace with an unbelievable feeling of energy

Canoo is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, past or present military service or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
Any unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles submitted in response to our job posting shall be considered the property of Canoo Inc. and its subsidiaries and are not subject to payment of referral or placement fees if any such candidate is later hired by Canoo unless you have a signed written agreement in place with us which covers the applicable job posting.
Canoo maintains compliance with the OFCCP. As such, please feel free to review the following information:
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/olms/poster/labor-rights-federal-contractors
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (214) 529-8055 or email us at TalentAcquisition@canoo.com
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