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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$190K - $211K *

Elevate creative excellence by leading a multidisciplinary team to develop scalable brand strategies and high-quality marketing assets across global markets, ensuring efficiency and consistency while...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and development of advanced instrumentation systems for diverse energy and industrial projects, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards while mentoring junior designe...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $146K *

Elevate your design career by enriching our design system and creating AI-powered templates. Lead brand initiatives, manage creative requests, and produce engaging materials across various channels to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$77K - $102K *

Elevate your career by designing impactful landscapes and public spaces. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions from concept to construction, enhancing communities ac...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $115K *

Drive mission success by managing configuration and data integrity for defense systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, accuracy, and audit readiness throughout the acqui...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$188K - $274K *

Transform user experiences by leading visual design for innovative products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable design systems that enhance user engagement and empower creators...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage as a key contributor in customer projects by implementing API designs and developing software components using LabVIEW and Python. Collaborate closely with clients and project leads to ensure s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative software solutions for government clients. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to enhance user interfaces, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and methodolo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $100K *

Drive user-centered design initiatives by conducting research, creating prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software usability and accessibility in a complex research...

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

$109K - $140K *

Shape the future of product design by owning the user experience for a flagship product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence design direction and deliver impactful solutions that reso...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $145K *

Innovate customer success by driving implementation projects from kickoff to go-live. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective software integration and compliance, enhancing operational efficiency...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $160K *

Drive customer success through seamless project implementations, ensuring timely configuration and deployment of solutions while managing change amidst evolving requirements and fostering strong commu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$159K - $230K *

Lead the charge in creating user-centered designs that enhance product experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and refine intuitive interfaces for consumer-facing applications...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Empower teams by driving technical project execution, ensuring deliverables are met through rigorous planning, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive risk management. Your expertise will enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product design by transforming complex workflows into intuitive, polished experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define user flows, create prototypes, and ensure seamless impl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $190K *

Shape the future of search by designing intuitive, engaging experiences that enhance user interactions and drive revenue. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create a seamless journey for neigh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping user experiences through innovative design solutions. Leverage your expertise in UX principles and collaboration to enhance client interactions and drive user-centered outco...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$60K - $104K *

Champion CAD excellence by managing standards, resources, and support for a multi-discipline design team focused on delivering quality and efficiency in project workflows and technical assistance...

4 weeks ago

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

$68K - $123K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of underground projects through innovative CAD/BIM design. Collaborate on transportation and water conveyance initiatives while ensuring quality and precision in...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead landscape architecture projects, providing technical direction and oversight. Drive innovative design solutions while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance community s...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading design projects for advanced facilities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative structural solutions while ensuring quality and compliance in a fast-pace...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative design solutions in life sciences by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction from concept to construction. Your expertise will enhance project del...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality design projects, managing client relationships, and leading consulting studies for capital projects up to $75 million, ensuring excellence in pe...

3 weeks ago

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

$137K - $186K *

Drive innovative design solutions that enhance customer trust in AI-driven billing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-centered experiences that empower customers to manage cloud s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $145K *

Create innovative accessories that blend style and utility for healthcare professionals. Lead design initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior designers to elevate the br...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.