Melbourne

Art Director

An Art Director oversees the visual representation of an organisation or the creative design elements of a particular project. You’ll collaborate with other designers to develop an overall vision and ensure all print and online material reflects this look. Your job may involve elements of visual arts, graphic design and aesthetic management. Art Directors work in a range of industries from film and television to print media and corporate business.

Being an Art Director requires a creative mind and strong attention to detail. You’ll spend a lot of time collaborating with colleagues and other designers so you’ll need to be good at working in a team. You’ll need good graphic design skills and be able to manage the overall creative vision of a company or project.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $93,600
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a art director?

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CUA50720

Diploma of Graphic Design

Blended, On Campus
12 - 18 months
$0 - $18,852
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA60320

Advanced Diploma of Graphic Design

Blended, On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $10,000
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts)

Blended
36 months
$0 - $45,408
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Creative Arts

On Campus
36 months
$35,379 - $37,896
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Bachelor of Fine Arts

On Campus
36 months
$106,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Certificate of Design

On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$12,500 - $15,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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