Illustrator Jobs in New York

An Illustrator in the publishing industry is responsible for creating images and designs that visually interpret and enhance written content. Their main task is to assist in telling a story, clarifying complex concepts, or adding an aesthetic element to printed or digital materials. This individual works closely with writers and editors to align their illustrations with the text, ensuring that the images effectively complement and illuminate the written work. They may work on a variety of projects including books, magazines, newspapers, and digital publications.

Key skills needed for this role are excellent drawing skills, creativity, and a strong ability to translate ideas into visual form. Additionally, proficiency in design software such as Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop is usually required. Some positions may require a degree in a relevant field such as Fine Arts or Graphic Design, or a portfolio demonstrating a high level of artistic ability. Prior job roles that could lead to a career as an Illustrator include Graphic Designer, Art Assistant, or Design Intern. Regardless of their previous roles, it is crucial for Illustrators to have a strong understanding of visual storytelling and to be able to work effectively as part of a team.

1-15 of 105 Jobs

Digital Designer (ecommerce)

  • New York, NY
  • 7 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 hours ago

prioritize, and excel in a fast-paced work environment Ability and willingness to learn new skills quickly and efficiently Proficiency with Adobe, Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Figma Familiarity with publishing...

Senior Creative Designer

  • New York City, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 16 hours ago

Your Impact on our Mission As a Senior Creative Designer, you'll play a meaningful role in shaping and evolving Zocdoc's visual identity, ensuring it remains consistent, compelling, and digitally...

Senior Graphic Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 16 hours ago

Job Title: Senior Graphic Designer About Bombas: Bombas is a comfort focused premium basics brand with a mission to help those in need. The company launched in 2013, after the founders learned...

Graphic Designer

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago

quality expectations Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field 2-5 years of professional design experience Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator...

Graphic Designer

  • Rye Brook, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rye Brook, NY
  • 3 days ago

ABOUT THE ROLE: Founders Table Restaurant Group (Chopt and Dos Toros) seek a Brand Designer to work on the Marketing team. This person will focus on visual design and creative ideation to ensure...

Senior Graphic Designer (Beauty)

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

beauty/fashion/wellness background preferred) A portfolio that demonstrates trend-forward design sensibility, creative storytelling, and technical mastery Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator...

Graphic Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. Motion graphics and video editing experience with Adobe After Effects and/or Premiere is a plus....

Graphic Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

SUMMARY The Graphic Designer works closely with the creative team to provide print and digital design support to our Wholesale, Retail and Corporate divisions. This position is stationed in our...

Graphic Designer/Illustrator

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 5 days ago

Company: Maptote www.maptote.com Maptote is looking for a driven and creative Graphic Designer / Illustrator to join our Brooklyn-based team....

Senior Graphic Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Within the Brand Design team, you will report to a Group Manager while collaborating with other designers and illustrators....

Apparel Graphic Designer - Freelance or Full Time

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

concepts into production-ready artwork Ensure all designs align with brand identity and market trends Requirements: Experience in apparel graphic design across multiple categories Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator...

Graphic Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Experiences in the start up or with production house background will be a plus Proficiency in using MAC and Adobe CC, including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects....

Graphic Designer/Production Specialist

  • New Rochelle, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New Rochelle, NY
  • 7 days ago

Proficiently uses hand and power tools Ideal Qualifications for FASTSIGNS Graphic Designer/Production Specialist: 3-5 years of graphic design experience High School diploma or equivalent Proficient in Adobe Illustrator...

Graphic Designer, Creative Services

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, and InDesign. Experience with video and/or animation is a plus....

Graphic Designer, Ready to Wear & Leather Goods

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design tools. Strong illustration skills, with the ability to create hand-drawn and digital artworks....

Demographic Data for New York

Moving to New York? Find some basic demographic data about New York below.


Local
National
20,201,017
534,422

Illustrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHirePublishing curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Introduction to Illustrator
Create your own logos, icons, diagrams and other visual content according to graphic design industry standards with this introductory course to Adobe Illustrator. This online course from LaSalle...
Techniques for Illustrators: The Art of Collage
Collage has inspired artists for generations because it breaks free from traditional image-making methods. This mixed media art form can been a catalyst for bold experimentation and fresh...
Techniques for Illustrators: Monoprinting at Home
Monoprinting offers a world of creativity and innovation for illustrators. On this flexible learning course from Leeds Art University, gain practical printmaking techniques that you can apply in...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Illustrator Jobs in New York

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Illustrators in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
65.9%
Master's Degree
18.2%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
High School or GED
2.5%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Illustrators in New York
Less than 1 year
38.5%
2-4 years
23.1%
1-2 years
19.2%
6-8 years
11.5%
4-6 years
3.8%
None
3.8%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills