Production Design

'Art director' is an impressive job title that a lot of people yearn for, but can mean different things in different organizations. The job of art director exists in a number of creative fields, including advertising, marketing, publishing, film and television, web design, and video games. It generally involves managing a team of designers working on a creative project, but the degree of responsibility and autonomy can vary.
Becoming an art director involves more than just having the right design portfolio and creative resumes. To get the gen, first we asked a pair of leading art directors to share their thoughts and experiences on the role. Following that you'll find five pro tips for becoming an art director.