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Human Computer Lab

Character Artist

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$142K - $149K/yr

We are building the foundation for a new generation of robots designed for everyday environments ... Have a portfolio that shows character design or expressive design work, in 2D or 3D. * Document ...

ICM Ventures Inc

Manufacturing Designer I

Colwich, KS · On-site

Entry-Level Manufacturing Designer Start your design career with a team that builds solutions for ... Perform design-drafting assignments using AutoCAD 2D and 3D drawing techniques. * Develop accurate ...

Proconex

Electro-Mechanical Designer

Royersford, PA · On-site

Develop and maintain 2D hardware design packages for automation control systems including ... in this Entry-Level AutoCAD Designer role, please apply with your resume. We look forward to ...

SciPlay

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX

$125K - $150K/yr

Communicate between engineers, designers, and non-technical artists to package assets efficiently ... Animation - 2D character specific * Scripting ability to common art tooling (Photoshop, 3dx Max ...

SciPlay

Senior Technical Artist

Austin, TX · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Communicate between engineers, designers, and non-technical artists to package assets efficiently ... Animation - 2D character specific * Scripting ability to common art tooling (Photoshop, 3dx Max ...

Manus Bio

Mechanical Designer

Augusta, GA · On-site

Develop 2D and 3D mechanical drawings, models, and assemblies using AutoCAD and AutoCAD 3D in ... design experience; entry-level candidates with strong internship or co-op experience will be ...

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How much do entry level 2d character designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level 2d character designer in the United States is $83,176.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level 2D Character Designer vs Entry Level 2D Animator?

AspectEntry Level 2D Character DesignerEntry Level 2D Animator
Primary FocusCreating character concepts, designs, and visual stylesProducing animated sequences, bringing characters to life through movement
Skills RequiredDrawing, illustration, character design principlesAnimation techniques, timing, and motion principles
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, gaming companies, animation housesAnimation studios, game development teams, multimedia firms
Common CertificationsPortfolio, illustration or design coursesAnimation software proficiency, demo reels

While both roles involve visual arts and work within the entertainment or gaming industry, Entry Level 2D Character Designers focus on creating static character visuals, whereas Entry Level 2D Animators specialize in bringing characters to life through movement. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and skill development in the industry.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level 2D Character Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,176 per year, or $40 per hour.

DreamWorks Feature - Costume Designer, Animated Characters

NBCUniversal

Glendale, CA • On-site

$89K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Job description

Company Description

DreamWorks Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world's leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.

DreamWorks creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together. 

If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!

Job Description

Responsibilities: "What would you say you do here?" 

Demonstrates strong conceptual ideas and visual creativity to form original costume designs. 

Explores and generates diverse ideas for film's costumes through research, rough sketches, shape exploration. 

Builds pages of deeper development for a given character, including detailed call-out sheets, poses, and attitudes that reflect the inner workings of the character. 

May provide color styling for characters. 

Works closely with the Production Designer and/or Art Director and Character Designer. Understands how 2D drawings inform 3D shapes, and is able to describe the transition from flat shapes to volumes both verbally and through supporting drawings. 

Communicates progress of work to production staff. Ensure all deadlines are met.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: "What do I need to have in order to do this job?" 

Ability to think and design from concept to finish independently. 

Strong understanding of design principles. 

Able to adapt to a broad range of styles from realistic to stylized. Solid understanding of 3D form. 

Strong time management skills.

Desired Qualifications: "What can I offer?" 

Proficient in Photoshop, knowledge of Maya and/or ZBrush a plus.

Experience with science fiction genre is a plus

Fully Remote: This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-DreamWorks worksite, most commonly an employee's residence.
Salary Range: $89,752 - $135,000

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. 

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