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Art Directors

SOC 27-1011.00

Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual communications media, such as print, broadcasting, and advertising. Direct workers engaged in art work or layout design.

Zone 4 Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Green

Top Skills 8

Active Listening

4.0

Speaking

4.0

Judgment and Decision Making

3.9

Time Management

3.9

Reading Comprehension

3.8

Critical Thinking

3.8

Complex Problem Solving

3.8

Coordination

3.6

Knowledge Areas 8

Sales and Marketing

4.4

English Language

4.3

Communications and Media

4.2

Computers and Electronics

3.9

Design

3.8

Customer and Personal Service

3.8

Fine Arts

3.8

Administration and Management

3.6

Key Tasks

1Formulate basic layout design or presentation approach and specify material details, such as style and size of type, photographs, graphics, animation, video, and sound.

2Manage own accounts and projects, working within budget and scheduling requirements.

3Confer with creative, art, copywriting, or production department heads to discuss client requirements and presentation concepts and to coordinate creative activities.

4Present final layouts to clients for approval.

5Review and approve art materials, copy materials, and proofs of printed copy developed by staff members.

Also Known As

Art Coordinator Art Department Head Art Director Art Supervisor Artistic Director Arts Administrator Arts Manager Associate Creative Director ACD Art Director Creative Director Creative Guru