▲34%
C$52,148
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
/ year
Avg. Base Salary (CAD)
10%
CA$45k
MEDIAN
CA$52k
90%
CA$79k
The average salary for an Art Director is C$52,148 in 2025
Base Salary
C$45k - C$79k
Bonus
C$0 - C$2k
Total Pay
C$45k - C$78k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Art Directors?
What Do Art Directors Do?
Art Director Tasks
- Review illustrative material to determine if it conforms to standards and specifications.
- Confer with department heads to discuss requirements, present concepts and to coordinate creative activities.
- Create basic layout design and specify material details.
- Formulate and implement design concepts and presentation approaches, and layout design.
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Common Health Benefits for a Art Director
Medical
89%
Dental
67%
Vision
44%
None
11%
Gender Breakdown for Art Directors
Female
80.0%
Male
20.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Art Directors
What is the highest pay for Art Directors?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Art Director is CA$79k / year
What is the lowest pay for Art Directors?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Art Director is CA$45k / year
How can Art Directors increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as an Art Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Art Director that oversees more junior Art Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.