New York Art Schools

Guide to New York Arts School Programs

Do you find yourself reading magazines and thinking about how you might have designed your own advertisements and layouts?  Do you watch television commercials and notice all the details, colors and props in the images?  Then you might be a perfect candidate to become an art director.  Students looking to pursue a career in this area may choose to pursue a two-year degree that focuses on design and layouts. Those who opt for a four-year degree will likely earn a bachelor’s in fine arts.  Some of the best art schools in the country are located in the state of New York.  Students in this state have the choice of both online and traditional programs, and many students will be able to take advantage of the numerous intern positions that are offered in New York City design and advertising firms.

New York Arts Job Outlook and Salary

Art directors are generally salaried positions, with a full benefits package.  To reach this level of employment, several years of experience in the field are necessary. Many entrants into this area will start as an assistant art director.  In New York, assistant art directors can expect to earn a starting annual salary of around $41,000.  Art directors in the state typically earn salaries that range from $72,000 to $182,000 per year. Those working in more urban areas such as New York City are more likely to earn salaries at the upper end of the scale.

The job outlook for art directors in New York is slightly less favorable than that for other occupations, around five percent over the next decade.  However, more art directors are working full time in this state than in any other of the fifty states.  Art directors are typically employed by publishing companies, advertising agencies, or design firms.  Those working in this area will likely be expected to a normal workweek, with overtime hours to meet tight deadlines.

To become an art director, the employee must demonstrate not only an intelligent eye for design, but also must display excellent leadership skills.  The art director will often have to manage several employees while working on specific projects.  Therefore, many art directors will achieve advancement in their careers by taking additional courses in business programs with an emphasis on management skills.

Local Art Festivals & Events

Allentown Art Festival – June 12th – 13th, 2010
New York International Fringe Festival – August 13th – 29th, 2010
Spring Crafts on Columbus – April 24th – 25th, 2010
Naples Spring Artisan Showcase – May 22nd – 23rd, 2010

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