Advertising layout artist salary

The advertising layout artist salary ranges from $39,000 to $66,000 a year with the national median salary being $49,000 a year.

An advertising layout artist deals with the structure and layout of images and text in a pleasing format for printed media. The job of a layout artist requires graphic communications training in the various types of computer software used in electronic publishing.

An advertising layout artist must show knowledge and skills to be demonstrated within a portfolio submitted for an advertising layout artist position. The skills needed are first the advertising layout artist will need to have excellent and adaptable drawing skills, including a good understanding of composition and perspective. Second the advertising layout artist will need to be able apply good use of light and shadows in a drawing and also be able to follow and established design. The advertising layout artist must be neat and disciplined, have computer skills. The advertising layout artist must possess personal skills which include the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and work as part of a team. A good advertising layout artist will show the ability to take direction, and have a willingness to address criticism and make changes. He or she will also need to be able to work with little or no supervision and be able to deliver assignments on schedule. As with most advertising positions the advertising layout artist will need the ability to work under pressure. It is likely that the advertising layout artist will have gained a degree in an art-related subject such as animation, illustration, and fine art or graphic design. A degree as well as experience in the field will help you climb to the higher advertising layout artists’ salary. Junior layout artists, without experience, need to acquire technical knowledge.