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A&B Studio

Senior Designer/Art Director

Chicago, IL · Remote

$95K - $140K/yr

KEY INFORMATION Title: Art Director Experience level: 7+ years Salary: $95,000 - $140,000 Work ... Senior Designer/Art Director Are you a visionary creative leader ready to shape the visual future ...

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A&B Studio

Senior Designer/Art Director

Chicago, IL · Remote

$95K - $140K/yr

KEY INFORMATION Title: Art Director Experience level: 7+ years Salary: $95,000 - $140,000 Work ... Senior Designer/Art Director Are you a visionary creative leader ready to shape the visual future ...

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WOWK-TV

NewsNation Creative Project Coordinator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Assemble project teams and assign roles/tasks to designers based on skill set and bandwidth; manage ... Manage the delivery of branded content and key art, while overseeing the maintenance of the Digital ...

Art Heals Arizona

Programs Coordinator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$46K/yr

... executing key Art Heals Arizona programs such as Art Heals Days, the Weekly Mentor Program ... Collaborates with community partners and artists, designs art projects. * Plans and executes events ...

Mattel

Brand Creative Director

East Aurora, NY · On-site

Key areas included: Brand campaigns, Brand & Style Guides, key art development, ecommerce creative ... Ability to mentor and train new designers. EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS REQUIRED: * 10+ years ...

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How much do key art designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for key art designer in the United States is $28.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $37.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a key art designer on a creative team?

Key Art Designers are primarily responsible for conceptualizing and producing eye-catching visuals—such as posters, banners, and promotional materials—that represent a project or brand across marketing channels. On a daily basis, you'll collaborate closely with art directors, creative leads, and marketing managers to interpret creative briefs, participate in brainstorming sessions, and iterate on draft designs based on feedback. You may also coordinate with photographers, illustrators, or external vendors to source imagery and ensure all assets align with brand guidelines. The role requires a balance of creative exploration and deadline-driven project management, and your work will often be showcased as the public face of campaigns. This collaborative and dynamic environment offers rewarding opportunities for creative growth and teamwork.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the key art designer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Key Art Designer, you need expertise in graphic design, composition, and visual storytelling, often supported by a degree in graphic design or a related field and a strong professional portfolio. Familiarity with industry-standard design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is crucial, and experience with digital asset management systems or motion graphics can be advantageous. Strong communication, creativity, and the ability to interpret client briefs distinguish exceptional practitioners in this field. These skills are essential to effectively translate marketing objectives and creative concepts into impactful visual assets that drive audience engagement.

What does a key art designer do?

A Key Art Designer creates visually compelling promotional artwork for films, TV shows, video games, and other media. They blend graphic design, illustration, and typography to develop posters, digital banners, and marketing materials that capture the essence of the project. Their work helps establish a strong visual identity and attract audiences. They collaborate closely with marketing teams, art directors, and other creatives to ensure branding consistency.

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Infographic showing various Key Art Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,376 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Seasonal Graphics Designer/Animator

The National Football League

Inglewood, CA • On-site

$37 - $80/hr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

The Media Design Group is seeking a Designer/Animator to design and animate graphics and other design-based assets supporting shows, events, special programming or emerging platforms. This work involves a combination of creating unique designs and animations and iterating and expanding on existing style guides and toolkits, under the direction of a team of an Art Director and Creative Producer.
Responsibilities
  • Design and animate content for the various groups serviced by NFL Creative LA.
  • Be able to work with deadlines that can be as short as same-day, leveraging existing toolkits or unique assets, with the guidance of the project's art director and creative producer, to deliver on time.
  • Design show key art for partners using existing style guides as well as creating evergreen assets.
  • Resize existing assets to fit partner guidelines.

Required Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience working in the design-animation field.
  • Proficient knowledge Adobe After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator.
  • A working knowledge of C4D (preferably Octane render engine) proficiency may be required, based on the job placement.
  • Ability to develop custom designs and animations that derive from style guides, existing graphics packages and/or references provided by art directors.
  • Ability to adhere to communicated file naming conventions and shared organizational guidelines.

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics
  • Proactive, detail oriented, organized, and accountable, with the ability to perform in a highly collaborative setting.
  • Confidence in a fast-paced environment
  • Flexibility when faced with new information, needs or challenges
  • Ability to ask questions and communicate with art directors and creative producers when uncertain about a current assignment or when ready for the next one.

Terms / Expected Hours of Work
  • Up to 7-month employment period, 40 hours/week expected.
  • Able to accommodate non-standard work hours, holidays and weekends as needed.

Salary / Pay Range
This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.
Salary
$37-$80 USD
Benefits Information
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS
At the NFL, in-person work at our offices is a top priority because it allows us to collaborate more effectively, build stronger connections, and maintain the culture that drives our success. This role requires onsite presence at an NFL office or stadium location, and remote and/or hybrid working options are not offered.
NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.
The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
WHO WE ARE:
NFL Core Values:
  • Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
  • Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
  • Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
  • Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:
  • Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
  • Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
  • Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
  • Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
  • Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
  • Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:
Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:
  • Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
  • Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
  • Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
  • Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
  • Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset

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