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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining user experience for nonprofit SaaS applications. Leverage your design expertise to create intuitive interfaces, enhance workflows, and drive AI-powered insights, all whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Unlock innovation by designing complex, high-density PCBs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize layouts, ensuring performance and manufacturability while adhering to industry standards...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $310K *

Develop pixel-perfect layouts and responsive interactions, owning design system components and collaborating with designers to create accessible, production-ready UI elements while optimizing performa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $120K *

Elevate digital experiences by transforming complex challenges into intuitive, user-centered designs. Collaborate with executives to drive strategic initiatives and deliver actionable UX solutions tha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining brand identity through innovative design. Collaborate across departments to create impactful visual experiences that enhance our presence in the AI ecosystem, driving eng...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Drive user-centered design by crafting seamless digital experiences that enhance interactions across various platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate user needs into impactful d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform project execution by leading the development and management of 3D models, ensuring accuracy and coordination across teams while supporting field operations and fabrication efforts in a dynam...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative mockups and prototypes in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enhance hardware development and training. Bring your exper...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to lead innovative interior design projects, mentoring junior designers while managing client relationships and ensuring project success from concept to completion...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead and manage interior design projects, ensuring client satisfaction and design excellence. Collaborate with teams on large-scale projects while mentoring junior designers and maintaining strong cli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping intuitive AI experiences through user-centered design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex AI capabilities into accessible solutions that drive busi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $189K *

Lead the charge in crafting innovative user experiences through visual design, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product usability and aesthetics, while leveraging cutting-edge desi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage in high-impact visual storytelling by designing executive presentations and marketing materials. Collaborate with leadership to translate complex ideas into compelling narratives, ensuring qual...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving innovative solutions and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate across departments to implement strategic initiatives and foster a culture of continuous...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $140K *

Elevate your career by managing PCB layouts and harness designs for cutting-edge lunar technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure precision and compliance in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $225K *

The Senior Product Designer will join the Advisory team at Robinhood to create a new product that connects users with financial experts. This role involves leading design projects, collaborating with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$191K - $225K *

The Senior Product Designer will join the Advisory team at Robinhood to create a new product that connects users with financial experts. This role involves leading design projects throughout the produ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $145K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design integrated solutions that enhance user experience, leveraging AI tools and a design system to create cohesive workflows and drive product value in a B...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining product design by integrating complex systems into a cohesive ELD platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to create user-centered solutions that drive real value and enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining visual identity through innovative design. Collaborate across departments to create impactful marketing and product materials that elevate brand presence and enhance user...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining design in cloud infrastructure. Collaborate across departments to create impactful marketing and product visuals, enhancing brand identity while thriving in a dynamic sta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $260K *

Innovate the future of financial product design by crafting user experiences for complex solutions. Work closely with stakeholders to define strategy and pioneering AI applications, impacting tens of...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $260K *

Empower your career by designing and scaling innovative products in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with clients and teams while establishing foundational strategies and delivering exceptional user...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $260K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative products that shape user experience and business strategy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy AI solutions and define product standa...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $260K *

Invent groundbreaking products by leading design strategies and user experiences for innovative AI solutions in wealth management. Build and scale at the 0 to 1 stage while shaping foundational busine...

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  •   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.