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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$103K - $197K *

Optimize data visualization strategies to analyze complex business problems, providing insights and solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop business intelligence tools and enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $310K *

Innovate your career by joining a dynamic EDA software development team, where you'll enhance PCB design tools and processes, driving efficiencies and delivering cutting-edge solutions for complex sys...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join us to elevate player experiences in Brookhaven by designing intuitive UX/UI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create seamless interactions and establish design standards that...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of engineering documentation for advanced radar systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and maintain technical drawings, ensuring compliance with standards while su...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's passionate about creativity and innovation, developing compelling design concepts across digital and print mediums. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate brand identity...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $140K *

Champion the design of enterprise applications, enhancing user workflows and experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that support data-driven decision-maki...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $140K *

Empower design excellence by leading the creation of user-centric enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and ensure usability, clarity, and consistency a...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$68K - $97K *

Unlock potential by delivering innovative designs that elevate brand identity. Collaborate on strategic campaigns, mentor junior designers, and lead complex projects from concept to execution, all whi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your design career by providing innovative solutions and consultative services to clients. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance project outcomes through creative design, technical expert...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$87K - $106K *

Grow your career by creating engaging motion graphics that elevate social content. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop innovative storytelling across platforms, capturing the excitement of spor...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Transform brand experiences by designing impactful event assets that elevate storytelling and drive growth. Collaborate on innovative marketing initiatives, ensuring consistency and creativity as the...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in elevating our brand and design practice by mentoring a multidisciplinary team, ensuring creative excellence, and fostering strong client relationships while driving new business ini...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining brand and design excellence. Lead a multidisciplinary design team, oversee creative quality, and engage with clients to elevate our brand practice while driving new busin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of our design practice by leading a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high creative standards, and building strong client relationships. Drive innovative projects from concept to deliv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $95K *

Engineer innovative mechanical designs that enhance user experiences. Collaborate with engineers to create detailed drawings and construction documents, ensuring safety and functionality in healthcare...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $175K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise data design, leading initiatives that enhance data governance, integration, and AI readiness. Collaborate with business and tech partners to deliver...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion the visual identity of Traversal by designing innovative brand experiences across digital and physical platforms. Engage in fast-paced projects, leveraging your expertise while expanding into...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Join a team that's redefining vacation rental marketing by crafting compelling ads and landing pages. Leverage your design expertise to drive owner acquisition through innovative, data-driven creative...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Graphic Designer, where you'll create innovative designs for diverse brand experiences, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and lead projects from concept to execu...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $201K *

Empower innovation by leading technical design and development for complex applications. Collaborate with teams to establish standards, drive solutions, and ensure quality execution, impacting health...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $201K *

Join a team that's redefining user experience by leading UX/UI design initiatives, conducting user research, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance digital products and interfaces...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $223K *

Lead the charge in delivering user-centered digital experiences by managing a UX design team, defining strategic direction, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure cohesive and acce...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $223K *

Pioneer user-centered design by leading a UX team to create impactful digital experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to define strategy, oversee design execution, and drive innovation...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $223K *

Empower a UX design team to create user-centered digital experiences. Lead strategic initiatives, oversee design execution, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive, accessible...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $223K *

Lead the charge in delivering user-centered digital experiences by managing a UX design team, defining strategic direction, and ensuring high-quality design execution across multiple platforms while f...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.