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Senior Art Director

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Art direction across all surfaces. You'll concept and direct shoots, oversee creative production, and ensure the visual system holds across growth creative, retail displays, packaging, site, social ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for surface art in the United States is $22.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a surface art job?

Surface art jobs involve designing and creating artwork that appears on surfaces such as textiles, wallpaper, ceramics, packaging, and more. Surface artists use their creativity to make patterns, illustrations, and graphics that enhance the visual appeal of everyday products. These roles often require knowledge of design software, an understanding of trends, and the ability to translate concepts into marketable designs. Surface art professionals may work as freelancers, in design studios, or for manufacturers and retailers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a surface artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Surface Artist, you need a strong background in art and design, with expertise in color theory, pattern creation, and familiarity with textile or material surfaces, often supported by a degree in graphic design or surface design. Proficiency in digital design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD programs is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are standout soft skills for collaborating with clients and translating concepts into marketable designs. These skills ensure the creation of visually appealing, commercially viable surfaces that align with client needs and industry trends.

What are some typical challenges faced by surface artists when working on large-scale projects, and how can they be addressed?

Surface Artists often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistency in textures across extensive assets, managing tight deadlines, and ensuring their work aligns with the overall visual style of the project. Effective communication with other departments, such as modeling and lighting, is crucial to resolve discrepancies early. Utilizing shared texture libraries and adhering to established style guides can help streamline workflows and prevent inconsistencies. Additionally, Surface Artists must stay organized and adaptable to handle last-minute changes or feedback efficiently.

What is the difference between Surface Art vs Surface Designer?

AspectSurface ArtSurface Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer a degree in art or designUsually requires a degree in graphic design, fine arts, or related field
Work EnvironmentManufacturing facilities, studios, or workshopsDesign studios, corporate offices, or freelance settings
Industry UsageUsed in manufacturing, product decoration, and surface embellishmentUsed in product design, branding, and visual aesthetics
Common Search/ComparisonSurface ArtSurface Designer

Surface Art involves applying decorative elements to surfaces, often in manufacturing or craft settings, focusing on embellishment techniques. Surface Designers create visual designs and patterns for products, emphasizing aesthetics and branding. While both roles involve surface decoration, Surface Art is more craft and application-oriented, whereas Surface Designers focus on creating visual concepts for commercial products.

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Infographic showing various Surface Art job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,007 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - Art Director

Sphere Entertainment Group, LLC

Burbank, CA • On-site

$4.5K - $5.0K/wk

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Please note: This is a temporary assignment expected to last approximately 12 weeks. The role generally requires a minimum of 40 hours per week. Due to the nature of the project, additional hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required based on project deadlines and operational needs.

Who are we hiring? 

The Art Director at Sphere is a hands-on craftsperson and innovative thinker with diverse artistic sensibilities and a solid portfolio of work. The ideal candidate is a proven creative with exemplary aesthetics, design and storytelling skills that thrive on the challenge of creating dynamic content for new formats. This role requires a honed eye, a skilled hand and experience in shaping world class design, ideas, and experiences across a range of surfaces that excite global audiences. They have their pulse on visual trends, pop-culture, innovation, and emerging technology and can pitch big ideas that push the edge of what's possible. Expressing their vision verbally and in presentation format is a must.

As a part of the Creative & Design team, they'll be a key contributor to the design and art direction of breakthrough ideas that help define what Sphere is and what it can become. They will collaborate with Experience Designers, Writers, Motion Graphic Artists, Technologists, Content Strategists and other Storytellers on concepts, innovation, creative strategy, and pitches. The role spans across Sphere's creative canvas, from programming an ongoing content library of art and promotional content to brand design, storytelling, activation and experiences for the world's most dynamic canvas. They will create dynamic content for the Exosphere, the atrium and the Media Plane, helping define brand moments, marquee experiences, and artist residencies through breathtaking programming.

What will you do?

  • Design and direct the visual execution of creative concepts and deliverables across Sphere's entire portfolio of output and experiences, with a strategic approach to art direction, design and innovation
  • Ability to spearhead projects, leading and directing design and animation teams
  • Be a key player in the research, visual development and delivery of creative pitches & proposals for brand partnerships and brand moments
  • Work with the Creative Director to respond to client & stakeholder feedback, fulfill strategic objectives, and help steward the creative excellence of projects
  • Partner with the production team to ensure that concepts and designs are delivered within budget and timescale
  • Champion and support the Design cross-functionally, ensuring design goals, principles and processes are upheld across all projects
  • Be a foundational lead of art direction for the design team, leading a team of exceptionally talented designers
  • Nurture young and upcoming talent, teaching, building and inspiring them to deliver the highest standards
  • Creating bold, iconic concepts and designs for non-traditional, digital and physical installations, experiences and screens
  • Experiential design and deep knowledge of emerging tech and/or real-time content is a huge plus
  • Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.  

What do you need to succeed?

  • 5+ years' of Design and Art Direction experience in a creative studio or agency, developing innovative and engaging experiential concepts across digital and physical platforms
  • Demonstrated creative and design excellence with career progression in your portfolio
  • Proven track record of working in experiential activations at scale, with experience in artful storytelling content, live events, and immersive experiences with brand and cultural clients
  • Adept at visualizing concepts across a wide range of styles and mediums
  • Advanced proficiency in relevant design software (eg., Microsoft 365, Photoshop, Illustrator, Keynote, After Effects, Premiere, and/or 3D software etc.) Unreal knowledge a plus
  • Proven ability in Design and Art Direction, written communication and presentation
  • Articulate and charismatic speaker who can lead discussions and captivate a room
  • Objective listener with the ability to formulate information into concepts, design and innovation that are technically and economically viable
  • Reliable decision-making capabilities, based on solid understanding of how to balance creative expression, pragmatic design, and business needs 
  • Strategic and agile thinker who can pivot the creative and evolve design to meet shifting needs
  • A driven "self-starter," eager to innovate and change the world

Special Requirements

  • Occasional travel, as needed
  • Non-conventional work hours, as needed

Pay Range: $4500-$5000/Week

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