Explore Visual Designer Jobs

Visual designers shape how people experience brands, products, and digital content. Browse vetted Visual Designer opportunities on Ladders, including roles focused on visual identity, web and mobile experiences, marketing campaigns, and product interfaces. Ladders features professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced designers discover opportunities that match their skills and career goals.

What Does a Visual Designer Do?

Visual designers create clear, engaging visual systems across digital and, in some roles, print touchpoints. They develop layouts, typography, color palettes, imagery, icons, and other design elements while maintaining consistency with a brand’s identity. Depending on the position, they may partner with product designers, UX researchers, marketers, developers, and creative directors to bring concepts from brief to launch.

Common Visual Designer Responsibilities

  • Design and refine visual assets for websites, applications, campaigns, and presentations.
  • Apply brand guidelines and contribute to cohesive visual identity systems.
  • Create layouts, prototypes, and design specifications using industry-standard tools.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and incorporate stakeholder feedback.
  • Review work for accessibility, usability, quality, and consistency across platforms.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Look For

Employers often seek a strong portfolio that demonstrates visual craft, sound design judgment, and the ability to solve communication or product challenges. Relevant strengths may include typography, composition, color theory, visual storytelling, responsive design, prototyping, and familiarity with tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud. Communication, collaboration, attention to detail, and the ability to explain design decisions are also valuable.

Visual Designer Career Opportunities

Visual designers work across technology, media, finance, healthcare, retail, and many other industries. Depending on experience and interests, career paths may lead toward senior visual designer, brand designer, product designer, art director, or design leadership roles. Explore Visual Designer jobs on Ladders to find professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.

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$120K - $135K *

Shape engaging visual experiences across digital and print platforms, collaborating with marketing and product teams to enhance brand identity and messaging. Drive innovative design solutions that res...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Help us shape the future of our brand by creating and standardizing visual assets across various platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance brand identity and streamline design work...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team to craft compelling visual experiences across web, digital, and print. You'll lead projects from concept to production, shaping the brand's identity while collaborating with cross...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $185K *

Elevate the brand through compelling visual design across web, digital, and print. Collaborate with teams to create impactful visuals, manage projects from concept to delivery, and shape the visual id...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $151K *

Transform customer experiences by designing motion-forward visuals that enhance storytelling and accessibility across digital platforms, ensuring cohesive and engaging interactions throughout the prod...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $188K *

Lead customer-centered design initiatives that enhance omni-channel experiences, driving brand alignment and business goals. Mentor peers while executing hands-on design work and fostering stakeholder...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $168K *

Drive impactful creative solutions in performance marketing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate brand presence across digital platforms. Leverage design expertise and insights to cra...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$132K - $189K *

Transform user experiences by leading visual design projects for innovative XR devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centric solutions that enhance interaction and engagement...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping user experiences from the ground up. As a Product Designer, you'll own the design process for web and mobile, creating intuitive products and a cohesive design system while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of high-performance analog designs by collaborating with global teams to create cutting-edge IP for diverse markets. Leverage your engineering expertise in a dynamic environment focus...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive user-centered design to enhance banking access for millions. Collaborate with customers and engineers to create intuitive experiences, ensuring quality from concept to production in a fast-paced...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing banking access through innovative design. As a Product Designer, you'll create user-centered solutions, collaborating with customers and engineers to deliver...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of banking access by designing user-centered solutions that enhance usability and aesthetics. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create engaging experiences that meet complex needs in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Design user-centered solutions to enhance banking access for millions. Collaborate with customers and engineers to create intuitive experiences, ensuring high-quality deliverables from concept to prod...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user experiences in banking. As a Product Designer, you'll create intuitive designs, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive innovation to improve platform u...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape user-centered designs that enhance banking accessibility and usability. Collaborate with customers and engineers to create engaging experiences, ensuring high-quality deliverables from concept t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Design and shape user-centered banking solutions that enhance accessibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive experiences, driving innovation and quality from concept to pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $128K *

Elevate our proposal visual strategy by crafting compelling graphics and narratives. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform complex ideas into engaging visuals for federal submissions, enhancing...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $284K *

Pioneer the future of visual design for innovative AR technologies, shaping and executing a bold design strategy. Collaborate across teams, lead a talented group of designers, and set industry standar...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Transform the design landscape by owning and evolving our design system, driving adoption, and enhancing collaboration across teams. Lead the charge in creating a scalable, accessible, and high-qualit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Discover a role where you’ll craft innovative brand design solutions, ensuring consistency across diverse mediums. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate brand expression and drive strateg...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Design and develop innovative brand systems, ensuring cohesive expression across products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality design solutions while maintaining brand cons...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of financial advisory by designing intuitive, AI-driven experiences that empower independent advisors to manage client wealth effectively. Collaborate across teams to innovate workflo...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Inspire exceptional product design by contributing to user-centered solutions and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive impactful business outcomes across client engagements and internal...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by designing innovative structural solutions for residential projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to produce high-quality designs under tight deadlines while ensuring complian...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Visual Designer do?question toggle

    A Visual Designer creates visual assets and systems for brands, products, websites, applications, and marketing campaigns. The role commonly involves layout, typography, color, imagery, prototyping, and collaboration with creative and cross-functional teams.

  • What skills are important for Visual Designer jobs?question toggle

    Employers often value a strong portfolio, visual design fundamentals, typography, composition, color theory, brand consistency, digital design, and proficiency with tools such as Figma or Adobe Creative Cloud. Collaboration and clear communication are also important.

  • What should I include in a Visual Designer portfolio?question toggle

    Show a focused selection of projects that explains the challenge, your role, design decisions, and final outcomes. Include relevant work across visual systems or digital experiences, and make your process and contribution clear.

  • Where do Visual Designers work?question toggle

    Visual Designers work in a wide range of industries, including technology, media, finance, healthcare, retail, and advertising. They may work in-house, at agencies, or with other organizations, depending on the role.

  • How can I find Visual Designer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Visual Designer listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing’s qualifications, responsibilities, and compensation details to identify opportunities that fit your experience.