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Tri-C

Adjunct Faculty, Art (2D)

Westlake, OH · On-site

$951/wk

Department: Creative Arts Location: College-Wide Reports To: Associate Dean Recruitment Type ... Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check.

Pro Energy Services

3D Artist and Designer

Houston, TX · On-site

The artist develops 2D drawings along with 3D visualizations that inform customers in technical ... Candidate must also pass a State and Federal criminal history/security background check and pre ...

Arrow International, Inc.

Senior Artist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

Create and animate high-quality 2D game assets and VFX. * Ensure timely delivery of assets to meet ... Gaming or casino-related knowledge or background. * Knowledge of animation principles. Usage of ...

Netflix

Storyboard Artist - Ink

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$74.52/hr

Use knowledge of 2D and/or CG animation to ensure that posing, staging, and cutting is both ... Traditional art, photography, or film background. This job may be covered by a collective ...

Netflix

Storyboard Artist - Ink

Los Gatos, CA · On-site

$74.52/hr

Use knowledge of 2D and/or CG animation to ensure that posing, staging, and cutting is both ... Traditional art, photography, or film background. This job may be covered by a collective ...

Netflix

Storyboard Artist - Ink

Vancouver, WA

$74.52/hr

Use knowledge of 2D and/or CG animation to ensure that posing, staging, and cutting is both ... Traditional art, photography, or film background. This job may be covered by a collective ...

Montgomery College

MD · On-site

Experience teaching college level visual arts courses (Graduate school teaching assistantship or ... Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable). If a ...

Netflix

Storyboard Artist - Ink

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$74.52/hr

Use knowledge of 2D and/or CG animation to ensure that posing, staging, and cutting is both ... Traditional art, photography, or film background. This job may be covered by a collective ...

Netflix

Storyboard Artist - Ink

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$74.52/hr

Use knowledge of 2D and/or CG animation to ensure that posing, staging, and cutting is both ... Traditional art, photography, or film background. This job may be covered by a collective ...

Nintendo

Concept Artist [Contract] (Retro Studios)

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $144K/yr

Create storyboards, background illustrations, and promotional artwork. * Provide and receive ... Excellent 2D drawing skills with a strong grasp of composition, color theory, perspective, lighting ...

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As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for 2d background artist in the United States is $24.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a 2D Background Artist job?

A 2D Background Artist creates detailed environments and settings for animated films, video games, and other media. They design backgrounds that establish the mood, depth, and atmosphere of a scene while ensuring visual consistency with the project's art style. This role requires strong artistic skills, knowledge of perspective, and proficiency in digital painting software. Background artists collaborate closely with art directors, concept artists, and animators to bring immersive worlds to life.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a 2D Background Artist in a production studio?

A 2D Background Artist typically spends their day sketching scene layouts, rendering detailed environments, and revising artwork based on feedback from art directors and other team members. They often attend team meetings to align with the project's visual style and collaborate closely with character artists, animators, and the creative director to ensure consistency across all assets. Tasks may also include preparing layered files for animation and making adjustments to meet tight production deadlines. This role provides a dynamic mix of creative independence and teamwork, offering opportunities to build a versatile portfolio in entertainment and media industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 2D Background Artist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a 2D Background Artist, you need strong artistic skills, a solid understanding of perspective and composition, and proficiency in visual storytelling—generally supported by a portfolio or relevant degree. Familiarity with digital painting software such as Adobe Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, or similar industry-standard tools is essential. Attention to detail, creativity, and strong collaboration skills make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure the creation of immersive and visually appealing backgrounds that enhance the overall storytelling of games, animations, or other visual media.

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Infographic showing various 2D Background Artist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $51,263 per year, or $24.6 per hour.

Freelance Background Artist for YouTube Studio

Newscape Studios

Austin, TX • Remote

Contractor

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Job Summary

Newscape Studios, Inc has a dozen YouTube channels, with over 10 million total subscribers. We create content based on popular video games such as Fortnite, Minecraft, and original animations. Newscape also produces a vast array of videos for a young audience and content through animation and machinima.

We are looking to add Freelance 2D Background artists to our team to work on our animation. Candidates must have substantial knowledge using Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop. Toon Boom knowledge is a plus but not required.

Animation channels to match style of:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCToxKVrkEuAONR4rFIJ_DyQ

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Keep an organized and efficient workflow
  • Fully finalize environments and background props for full use in production
  • Meet daily quotas during the production week 
  • Responsible for approximately 25 environments per week.
  • Depending on skill and experience some duties and responsibilities may differ

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Procreate
  • Illustrator/Background artists must be able to adapt to a variety of styles
  • Strong understanding of composition, perspective, color theory, light and form is a must
  • Must be able to work as part of a team
  • Communicates effectively
  • Great listening skills
  • Great time management skills
  • Comfortable in meeting deadlines and daily quotas
  • Strong attention to detail and consistency 

Competitive pay: $800.00 per production week

Portfolio is required to be considered. 

This is a remote/ work from home, Independent Contractor Position. 

Artists with LLCs are preferred but not required.
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