Senior Level Associate Art Director Jobs
Senior level associate art director jobs place experienced creatives in charge of visual direction, brand standards, and the cross-functional teams that bring campaigns and concepts to execution. Openings are concentrated across Technology & Software, Marketing & Advertising, and Staffing & Recruiting, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like 24 Seven Talent, ProCaps Laboratories, and Riot Games hiring at this level now.
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To apply, nominate a candidate, or view the full job profile, interested candidates should visit the Isaacson, Miller website using the link here for additional details. Candidates who apply via the Colby website, unless instructed by Colby College or Isaacson, Miller personnel, will not be considered.
Colby College, one of the nation’s premier liberal arts institutions, pairs the enduring strengths of a liberal arts education with an ambitious vision for the future. Known for its academic rigor, student-centered ethos, and culture of innovation, the College offers an environment where faculty, students, and staff collaborate across disciplines to advance knowledge, cultivate creativity, and address complex societal challenges. At the intersection of Colby’s academic mission and public life, the Colby College Museum of Art (the Museum) activates its exceptional collections and acclaimed exhibitions to transform teaching, research, and creative practice. The Museum is a national leader among academic art museums, combining the scholarly rigor of a teaching museum with the ambition, collection, scale, and influence of a major cultural institution.
Significant growth in recent years—including expanded facilities, major acquisitions, and the continued evolution of the Lunder Institute for American Art—has elevated the Museum's profile and broadened its impact. Positioned as both a premier destination for American and contemporary art and a catalyst for interdisciplinary inquiry, the Museum plays a critical role in shaping the intellectual, artistic, and civic life of the College, region, and the field. The Museum seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and engaging leader to serve as the Carolyn Muzzy Director and lead the Museum into its next ambitious chapter.
The Director will be passionate about the role of art in American society. They will be an engaging and visionary leader adept at building relationships with a wide range of constituents, including students, faculty, administration, artists, residents, community members, members of the Colby College Board of Trustees and Museum Board of Governors, collectors, and donors. The Director will continue to build a distinctive national profile for the Museum and expand connections with major art museums around the U.S. and globally, as well as with other academic and peer institutions.
This role is a permanent, full-time position located in Waterville, Maine, with an expected starting base salary in the range of $280,000 to $320,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications for the position.
Job Description
Department:
President's Office
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Employee Type:
Job Summary:
To apply, nominate a candidate, or view the full job profile, interested candidates should visit the Isaacson, Miller website using the link here for additional details. Candidates who apply via the Colby website, unless instructed by Colby College or Isaacson, Miller personnel, will not be considered.
Colby College, one of the nation’s premier liberal arts institutions, pairs the enduring strengths of a liberal arts education with an ambitious vision for the future. Known for its academic rigor, student-centered ethos, and culture of innovation, the College offers an environment where faculty, students, and staff collaborate across disciplines to advance knowledge, cultivate creativity, and address complex societal challenges. At the intersection of Colby’s academic mission and public life, the Colby College Museum of Art (the Museum) activates its exceptional collections and acclaimed exhibitions to transform teaching, research, and creative practice. The Museum is a national leader among academic art museums, combining the scholarly rigor of a teaching museum with the ambition, collection, scale, and influence of a major cultural institution.
Significant growth in recent years—including expanded facilities, major acquisitions, and the continued evolution of the Lunder Institute for American Art—has elevated the Museum's profile and broadened its impact. Positioned as both a premier destination for American and contemporary art and a catalyst for interdisciplinary inquiry, the Museum plays a critical role in shaping the intellectual, artistic, and civic life of the College, region, and the field. The Museum seeks a dynamic, collaborative, and engaging leader to serve as the Carolyn Muzzy Director and lead the Museum into its next ambitious chapter.
The Director will be passionate about the role of art in American society. They will be an engaging and visionary leader adept at building relationships with a wide range of constituents, including students, faculty, administration, artists, residents, community members, members of the Colby College Board of Trustees and Museum Board of Governors, collectors, and donors. The Director will continue to build a distinctive national profile for the Museum and expand connections with major art museums around the U.S. and globally, as well as with other academic and peer institutions.
This role is a permanent, full-time position located in Waterville, Maine, with an expected starting base salary in the range of $280,000 to $320,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications for the position.
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Senior Level Associate Art Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level associate art director job?
Employers at this level want to see a portfolio that demonstrates ownership, not just execution. Lead with campaigns or brand systems you directed from brief to delivery, and be ready to speak to the decisions you made along the way. Showing that you've mentored junior designers or led creative reviews signals the cross-functional leadership these roles require.
Which companies hire senior level associate art directors?
Companies hiring senior level associate art directors right now include 24 Seven Talent, ProCaps Laboratories, and Riot Games, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from established brands, agencies managing large accounts, and media companies with in-house creative teams that need experienced direction.
Are there remote senior level associate art director jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and industry. About 31% of senior level associate art director openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully on-site roles more common at agencies that prioritize in-person collaboration during production cycles. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate helps narrow options quickly.
What makes an associate art director role senior level?
Senior level roles shift the expectation from contributing creative work to owning the creative process. That means setting visual direction for campaigns or product lines, making final calls on design decisions, presenting to stakeholders independently, and mentoring mid-level or junior art directors. The scope is broader, the oversight is lighter, and the accountability is higher.
Which industries hire the most senior level associate art directors?
Senior level associate art director roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Marketing & Advertising, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they maintain large creative budgets, produce high volumes of branded content, and need experienced art directors who can maintain consistency across multiple campaigns or channels simultaneously.