Senior Art Director Jobs in Kentucky
Senior Art Director jobs in Kentucky are open across Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort and other Kentucky metros, with employers like University of Kentucky, American Eagle Outfitters, and CVS Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview:
The Senior Director of Planning, Design & Construction (PDC) provides executive leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for all facility planning, master planning, design, and construction activities across the ARH health system. This leader manages a diverse portfolio of capital projects — from small departmental renovations to major acute-care expansions — ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, regulatory compliance, financial stewardship, patient-centered design, and operational excellence.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning & Capital Program Leadership:
- Lead development and execution of ARH’s facility master plans and capital construction roadmap.
- Drive long-range planning for new construction, renovations, expansions, and system-wide redevelopment.
- Provide executive recommendations on prioritization, sequencing, risk mitigation, feasibility, and financial impacts.
Project Delivery Oversight:
- Oversee full lifecycle of capital projects from planning through closeout.
- Ensure project delivery aligns with scope, schedule, budget, and regulatory requirements.
- Establish and enforce project governance, reporting, and change-management standards.
Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of project managers, designers, and construction staff.
- Build workforce capacity and support a collaborative culture.
- Oversee workload allocation, recruiting, development, and performance management.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
- Partner with clinical, operational, administrative, and executive leaders to ensure environments support care delivery.
- Provide executive-level reporting on project status, risks, and financials.
- Present to system leadership and external agencies.
Financial Stewardship & Contract Management:
- Oversee capital/project budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.
- Lead procurement strategies, vendor selection, negotiations, and contract execution.
- Ensure transparency and accountability across all project phases.
Regulatory Compliance & Safety:
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local building codes and healthcare facility standards.
- Champion safe construction practices and minimize operational disruption.
Innovation & Design Excellence:
- Promote innovative, patient-centered, and efficient design solutions.
- Evaluate new technologies and sustainability strategies that improve facility performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
- Bachelor's degree required (Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field).
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Professional licensure preferred (RA, PE, CHC, CHFM, PMP).
Experience:
- 12–15+ years of progressive experience in healthcare planning, design, and construction.
- Experience managing large-scale, complex capital projects.
- Strong background in healthcare codes, hospital operations, and capital program management.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Deep understanding of construction methodologies, project management, and building systems.
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- High competency in budgeting, forecasting, contracts, and risk management.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & EXPECTATIONS:
- Requires on-site presence across ARH hospitals and project locations.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Represents ARH professionally with regulators, vendors, and community stakeholders.
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Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Senior Art Director Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of Kentucky27

- American Eagle Outfitters11

- CVS Health10

- Norton Healthcare10

- Humana9

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services40
- Consulting & Professional Services32
- Education28
- Technology & Software25
- Retail22
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior art director jobs across Kentucky.
- 7 or more years of art direction experience across campaigns or brand projects
- Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior designers and art directors
- Strong conceptual and campaign ideation skills with a compelling portfolio
- Experience collaborating with copywriters, creative directors, and cross-functional teams
- Familiarity with motion design tools such as After Effects or comparable software
Senior Art Director Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How many senior art director jobs are there in Kentucky?
There are 252+ senior art director openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.
How much do senior art directors make in Kentucky?
Senior art directors in Kentucky earn a median of about $76,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $42,990 for the lowest 10% to over $121,940 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Kentucky cities have the most senior art director jobs?
Louisville, Lexington, and Frankfort have the most senior art director openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire senior art directors in Kentucky?
Employers hiring senior art directors in Kentucky include University of Kentucky, American Eagle Outfitters, and CVS Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote senior art director jobs in Kentucky?
Yes. About 17% of senior art director openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.
How do I apply for senior art director jobs in Kentucky?
You can apply to senior art director jobs in Kentucky directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Kentucky location, then apply to each one that fits.
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