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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$153K - $170K *

Transform user experiences by designing impactful ad formats that enhance food discovery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create elegant, data-driven solutions that reach millions, driving...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $175K *

Unlock the potential of data by designing an innovative architecture for a federal client, ensuring interoperability and governance while collaborating with stakeholders to address complex data challe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $245K *

Shape innovative user experiences by leading design initiatives, mentoring teams, and driving strategic solutions in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across functions to elevate design quality an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of chip design by building robust infrastructure that integrates EDA tools with AI systems, managing design flows, and supporting large-scale deployments to enhance efficiency and inn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing secure, high-availability networks for renewable energy projects, focusing on SCADA systems and cybersecurity to ensure compliance and optimal performance in a dynamic env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance profitability through the design and development of large-scale energy storage projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance while managing engineering activities a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Unlock creativity by leading motion design projects that elevate brand storytelling across diverse platforms. Collaborate with teams to produce high-quality assets while mentoring junior designers and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing our complex data architecture, ensuring robust event sourcing, efficient data processing, and AI preparedness. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by owning physical design from netlist to GDSII. Collaborate with leading semiconductor firms to enhance AI-driven design processes while ensuring optimal performance and closure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in crafting innovative brand systems across digital and physical realms. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality design solutions while managing projects from concept to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $117K *

Join in transforming diverse interior design projects, collaborating across disciplines to present innovative solutions and support the completion of both independent and integrated ventures...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$135K - $172K *

Engineer user-centric designs and scalable systems, driving the banking experience by collaborating across teams and ensuring seamless implementation while owning critical features and guidelines for...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative design and project management for high-profile projects, guiding teams from concept to construction while ensuring quality, budget, and client satisfaction in a collaborative envir...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Lead the charge in forging transformative partnerships within the entertainment industry, crafting AI-driven demonstrations to showcase innovative filmmaking technologies and fostering long-term colla...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $118K *

Develop innovative automation solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance precision equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance from concept...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by leading the design of enterprise solutions using Oracle Siebel CRM and Adobe AEM. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centered designs and ensure scalable...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$94K - $129K *

Optimize user experiences by leading design projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and applying user-centered methodologies. Drive innovation through prototyping, testing, and leveraging...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $100K *

Unlock creative potential by leading artistic direction for national accounts, collaborating closely with diverse teams to deliver impactful campaigns while nurturing client relationships and mentorin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting intuitive UI/UX for complex analytical applications. Lead user research, design strategies, and collaborate with developers to enhance user experiences in supp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive electrical design solutions for commercial tenant projects, collaborating closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Take ownership of project deliverables and cultivate strong relationsh...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining product design for investors. Shape user experiences from concept to launch, collaborating across functions to create intuitive, data-driven interfaces that empower decis...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Innovate user experiences by leveraging AI tools to enhance design processes, ensuring intuitive and accessible digital solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic UX initiat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative electrical design solutions for diverse projects. Contribute to the development of construction documents and collaborate across disciplines, focusing on hea...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of product design as a key contributor, driving vision and execution for complex workflows in construction permitting, leveraging automation and AI to enhance user experience and prod...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform project delivery by leading multidisciplinary design coordination for complex industrial projects, ensuring seamless integration between clients, engineering teams, and external partners thr...

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.