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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$80K - $90K *

Transform brand experiences by crafting compelling visual identities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute innovative design solutions that elevate our brand across all custo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $160K *

Collaborate with a team to architect and deliver scalable quote-to-cash solutions, enhancing revenue operations through innovative technology and best practices while engaging with clients to translat...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Lead the evolution of our design system by building accessible, reusable components and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and streamline adoption across products...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in defining user experience strategy, managing a multi-disciplinary design team to deliver innovative, user-centered digital products while fostering collaboration and high-impact desi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $500K+*

Drive innovation by collaborating with hardware teams to enhance tools, evolve compilers, and improve developer experiences, ensuring efficient and effective hardware design processes...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI factory design delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to handover while balancing quality, cost, and o...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape user experiences by designing intuitive UI for Playground and Console. Collaborate with senior designers on impactful feature work, enhancing product impressions while gaining fluency in our des...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate brand transformation by leading a dedicated creative team, ensuring high-quality visual and verbal expression across global campaigns and touchpoints to create memorable customer experience...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the visual identity and product experience of a global fintech platform. Lead design initiatives from concept to launch, collaborating across functions to deliver impactfu...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Transform complex cybersecurity narratives into engaging content that captivates audiences across various formats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance brand storytelling and drive conve...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform PCB design processes in a dynamic environment, collaborating with engineers and contractors to ensure high-quality, high-speed digital and mixed signal PCB layouts that meet stringent requir...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $136K *

Elevate industrial design by creating detailed structural drawings and collaborating across disciplines. Utilize AutoCAD and CAD tools to support heavy engineering projects while ensuring safety and q...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Lead a dynamic engineering pod, ensuring high-quality code delivery while fostering team growth and collaboration. Stay hands-on with development, manage performance, and drive innovation in a fast-pa...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $290K *

Elevate the user experience in healthcare by leading design innovation! You'll spearhead our design strategy, fostering a high-performance team while simplifying complex workflows into intuitive, beau...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in crafting immersive gameplay experiences by defining core user interactions, mentoring design teams, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver a polished product that resonates...

London, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$157K - $207K *

Shape the future of biology by leading creative initiatives that elevate our brand. Collaborate closely with leadership to craft compelling narratives and visuals, while managing a growing team and bu...

Emeryville, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $95K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative digital experiences that inspire and engage. Collaborate with teams to create user-centered solutions, leveraging research and creativity to tackle complex cha...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Elevate your career by crafting innovative brand stories that merge creativity and technology. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform concepts into impactful experiences across digital and physic...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $126K *

Shape business development strategies by leveraging AI and automation expertise. Collaborate across functions to identify opportunities, develop proposals, and optimize processes while ensuring alignm...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding product engineers in creating exceptional developer experiences. This role blends technical expertise and product vision, enabling you to drive impactful in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $157K *

Join a team that's shaping the digital experience for customers by developing innovative applications. Collaborate closely with engineers to enhance customer journeys and forge lasting brand loyalty t...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Design and develop interactive training content using multimedia tools. Collaborate with teams to ensure courseware meets standards and accessibility requirements. Manage course registrations and main...

Little Rock, ARRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance product awareness and engagement within the architectural community. This role involves building relationships with architects and specifiers, serving as a technical sales e...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's shaping the brand and product experience. You'll create visually compelling designs, develop marketing materials, and collaborate with engineers to enhance our product in a fast-pac...

Mexico, MORemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $231K *

Empower your career by shaping design systems that enhance user experience. Collaborate with teams to build high-quality, interactive UI across platforms, ensuring accessibility and performance while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.