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Art Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

This role in summary Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Senior Analyst Brand Creative (Art Director) for WoW Studios-our in-house, award-winning creative agency and studio. We're a growing team of ...

Art Director

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Sway Creative Labs is seeking an experienced and versatile Art Director to join our team. This role is ideal for a creative professional with strong conceptual instincts and the range to execute ...

Art Director

New York, NY · On-site

$132K - $138K/yr

Art Director Reports To: VP, Creative Location: New York, NY (On-Site, 5 days a week in office) Portfolio: Required - either link or PDF The Role: Roc Nation is looking for an Art Director with a ...

Art Director

South Jordan, UT

$115K - $121K/yr

Cricut's Creative Concept team is looking for a talented, innovative Art Director with exceptional creative skills and a relentless desire to delight customers. This role is customer obsessed and ...

Art Director

South Jordan, UT · On-site

$115K - $121K/yr

Cricut's Creative Concept team is looking for a talented, innovative Art Director with exceptional creative skills and a relentless desire to delight customers. This role is customer obsessed and ...

Art Director

New York, NY · Hybrid

$132K - $138K/yr

Art Director Reports To: VP, Creative Location: New York, NY (On-Site, 5 days a week in office) Portfolio: Required - either link or PDF The Role: Roc Nation is looking for an Art Director with a ...

YOUR MISSION We are currently looking for an Art Director to work for Creative Services, PUMA's Internal Creative Agency, out of our Boston Office. We are looking for someone who is focused on visual ...

YOUR MISSION We are currently looking for an Art Director to work for Creative Services, PUMA's Internal Creative Agency, out of our Boston Office. We are looking for someone who is focused on visual ...

We are looking for a Senior Creative I - Art to join Translation! Please note that this role is a ... art directors and presenters. * Attention to craft and visual tone that tells a cohesive brand ...

Art Director

Seattle, WA · On-site

$63.73 - $70.81/hr

Unleash your creative genius in a pivotal role where your vision will directly shape the identity ... Proven creative experience as a conceptual Art Director or Senior Designer at an agency or in-house ...

We are looking for a Senior Creative I - Art to join Translation! Please note that this role is a ... art directors and presenters. * Attention to craft and visual tone that tells a cohesive brand ...

Art Director

Stamford, CT · On-site

$129K - $135K/yr

Title: Art Director Location: Stamford, CT Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt - On Site About the Role ... They will work with the Creative Director to maintain consistent and high-quality relationships ...

Art Director

Covington, LA · On-site

$104K - $109K/yr

Art Director Company: POLA Marketing Location: Covington [on-site] Type: Full-time Reports to ... Creative Director About us POLA Marketing is a full-service agency for national brands, and we make ...

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

As of Aug 7, 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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Infographic showing various Creative Art Director Intern job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,957 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Art Director

Whirlpool

Chicago, IL • On-site

$124K - $130K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Requisition ID: 72576
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As theonly major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
This role in summary
Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Senior Analyst Brand Creative (Art Director) for WoW Studios-our in-house, award-winning creative agency and studio. We're a growing team of passionate, collaborative humans focused on best-in-class advertising, storytelling, and consumer experience across all of Whirlpool's brands, including KitchenAid, Whirlpool, JennAir, Maytag, and Amana. We're committed to elevating and increasing Whirlpool's output of campaigns, content, design, experiences, and digital innovation across every consumer touchpoint-in-store, film, social, digital, experiential, and more.
This role is onsite at our WoW Studios Chicago or Riverview Campus in Benton Harbor.
In this role, you'll help develop highly conceptual, visually compelling campaigns and experiences that drive results and build our brands. Through sophisticated design and strong art direction, you'll solve marketing and consumer challenges that lead to business growth, powerful brands, and the experiences our consumers love-delivering high-quality creative on time and ensuring brand consistency across the entire consumer journey.
WoW Studios is headquartered in the historic Reid Murdoch Building at the edge of Chicago's Riverwalk, with a presence at Whirlpool's Global Headquarters in Benton Harbor, MI.
A portfolio showcasing your art direction experience-sophisticated, concept-driven work across multiple channels (print, film, digital, social, and/or experiential)-is required to be considered for this position, so please include a link to your portfolio on your resume or as an attachment to your application.
Your responsibilities will include
  • Partner with a copywriter to develop innovative, original creative solutions to complex brand challenges, generating fresh ideas that keep our brands relevant and engaging.
  • Apply a strategic understanding of business goals, brand foundations, and target audiences to inform creative decisions and assess broader organizational impact.
  • Translate complex briefs into clear concepts and polished deliverables across the consumer journey.
  • Create visually sophisticated designs, layouts, and graphics that reflect each brand's voice, values, and identity.
  • Art direct highly conceptual campaigns and experiences across print, digital, social, experiential, in-store, and film.
  • Direct photo and video shoots, partnering with directors, photographers, animators, and production teams to bring creative storytelling to life-arriving on set with a clear vision and balancing brand and entertainment needs against conversion-driven deliverables.
  • Oversee the development of creative and post-production assets, working with designers, editors, and other production partners to ensure the agreed-upon vision is accomplished.
  • Partner with PGM, PM, production, and design teams to deliver projects on time and uphold brand standards.
  • Incorporate feedback from project leadership with a self-critical approach, continually refining work to a high standard.
  • Manage your time, deadlines, and goals independently to drive continuous progress.

Minimum requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 3+ years of digital and content creation experience for national or global brands

Preferred skills and experiences
  • Bachelor's degree in graphic design, advertising, visual communication or fine arts
  • Demonstrated success across the funnel-from brand-building and awareness to content, commerce, and shopper campaigns across digital and in-store that grow the business and brand love
  • Strong digital design chops, with experience creating content that moves consumers through the funnel and resonates across digital and social platforms
  • A track record of building brands at scale-shaping perception, deepening affinity, and elevating how a brand shows up in the market
  • A creative and analytic mind that connects business goals with bold creative thinking
  • Experience through all phases of production, edits, and final execution-partnering with both internal and external studio production teams, external agencies, and specialist vendors
  • Ability to influence audiences and stakeholders with compelling presentations that link creative concepts to data and insights
  • A bias for action and drive to raise the bar-challenging the status quo, building on others' ideas, and giving and receiving feedback with a constructive, can-do attitude
  • An absolute savant in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, AI tools, and other relevant tools

What we offer
Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).
Additional information
Whirlpool's Ways of Working
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
  • Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
  • Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
  • Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

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