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.
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.
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 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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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and enhance user experiences. Lead design processes, conduct user research, and develop cohesive visual languages while driving innovation in a fast-p...
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Lead the charge in shaping motion design excellence, inspiring a talented team to create distinctive brand identities. Collaborate closely with Creative Directors to elevate motion craft and drive inn...
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Join a dynamic team as a senior mechanical designer, creating precise CAD drawings and collaborating on innovative projects for energy plants. Leverage your expertise in piping systems and 3D modeling...
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$95K - $115K *
Drive the design and documentation of mechanical components for high-performance semiconductor assembly machines, collaborating with engineers to ensure functionality, manufacturability, and cost-effe...
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$51K - $128K *
Unlock your potential as a Mechanical Designer, creating innovative mechanical solutions and collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance product design and manufacturing efficiency while ensuring com...
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$106K - $127K *
Lead the charge in crafting exceptional player experiences for a high-profile digital collectible card game. Own UX strategy, interaction design, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...
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$210K - $235K *
Elevate the design of complex B2B products by leading innovative strategies and AI-powered experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful solutions that enhance user engageme...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of architecture by developing innovative designs and construction documents for complex projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and p...
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Join a team that's redefining publishing with engaging designs for diverse formats. Create compelling visuals for books across iconic brands while managing workflows and collaborating globally to enha...
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Transform design visions into reality by leading a dynamic team of architects and designers. Drive project success through innovative solutions, technical expertise, and effective communication, ensur...
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Elevate design excellence by leading a dynamic team of architects and designers, driving innovative solutions for K-12 education projects while ensuring compliance with safety and code requirements th...
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Elevate your career by leading a dynamic design team in delivering innovative energy and infrastructure solutions for complex projects. Drive multidisciplinary collaboration, ensure design quality, an...
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$122K - $160K *
Empower portfolio companies by leading innovative digital solutions, aligning technology with business goals. Drive strategic engagements, design scalable architectures, and ensure successful transiti...
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$73K - $91K *
Elevate the footwear design experience by driving seasonal color development, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and translating trends into compelling color solutions that enhance product app...
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Join a team that's dedicated to crafting exceptional user experiences. As a UI/UX Engineer, you'll design intuitive interfaces and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance digital products...
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$120K - $160K *
Lead the charge in creating user-centered web interfaces and experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, prototype, and develop intuitive solutions that enhance user interaction an...
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$160K - $175K *
Shape the future of user experiences by designing intuitive interfaces that empower women in their health journeys. Collaborate across teams to create impactful solutions that merge user insights with...
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Transform building projects by designing and coordinating MEP systems. Collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure seamless integration, utilizing advanced design software to create innovative...
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$150K - $180K *
Transform the visual identity of our products and brand by creating stunning designs for digital and physical assets. Lead the aesthetic vision, ensuring everything reflects a high standard of taste a...
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Lead Designer, Training Graphic Design Speed
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Shape the future of narrative-driven graphic design in Nike Training. Lead the conceptualization and development of apparel graphics, collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate storytelling...
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Own the design of growth strategies to enhance user activation and conversion metrics. Collaborate with PMs and engineers to craft seamless onboarding experiences and optimize pathways for new and exi...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of structural design across diverse projects nationwide. Utilize your expertise in AutoCAD and Revit to create innovative solutions while collaborating with multi...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's passionate about enhancing user experiences in live entertainment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive designs that address real user needs and drive long-te...
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Senior Layout Designer - Pathfinding
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Unlock potential by leading multi-dimensional layouts of semiconductor devices, ensuring the accuracy of detailed drawings while collaborating with global teams to enhance design efficiency and mentor...
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Join a team that's dedicated to innovative interior design, leading projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with clients and partners to create functional, sustainable spaces while mentoring j...
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What does a Visual Designer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.