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Epoch Games

Lead 3D Game Artist

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

Ability to manage others, especially 3D Game Artists * Ability to work with and provide ... Pixologic ZBrush / Mudbox Recommended 2D Image Software (either or both): * Photoshop (CS4 and up)

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20 - $50/hr

And numerous digital fashion releases on UGC Gaming platforms - Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse Productions is seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$20 - $50/hr

And numerous digital fashion releases on UGC Gaming platforms - Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse Productions is seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our ...

Sawhorse Productions

Roblox 2D Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$20 - $50/hr

And numerous digital fashion releases on UGC Gaming platforms - Sawhorse Productions Sawhorse Productions is seeking a talented 2D Roblox Artist excited to support the visual development of our ...

Booming Games

Technical Artist

Oregon, WI · On-site

$70 - $110/hr

As a Technical Artist, you will work closely with the Art Lead and Product Owner to create visually ... Experience within the online gaming industry especially slot machines * Knowledge of Spine 2D ...

Valicy

3D Artist

Wilmington, NC

A solid grasp of form, color, and light for both 2D and 3D art assets is essential. The 3D Artist will work across all aspects of a game's visual design, UI, art, and more. Blending artistic ...

Cinnamon

Technical Artist (VFX / Shaders)

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

Our first game: building a co-op horde shooter with a stylized look tied to a 2D cartoon. We're ... Role DescriptionThe Technical Artist (VFX / Shaders) is a full-time hybrid role based in Atlanta ...

Akima, LLC

Game Developer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

Collaborate with designers, artists, and senior developers to implement gameplay features. * Follow ... Knowledge of 2D/3D game mechanics. * Proficiency in one or more programming languages (C#, C++, etc.

Room 8 Studio

$70 - $110/hr

Our capabilities span concept art, characters and environments, UI and UX, 2D and 3D, and everything in between. Our team of artists works with hundreds of game-makers each year to bring their ideas ...

Itransition

Technical Artist

$130K - $155K/yr

Ability to create and edit 2D art assets * Hands-on experience with VFX / particle effects Nice to ... Work closely with artists and developers to integrate visual content into the game * Help optimize ...

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How much do entrylevel 2d game artist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for entrylevel 2d game artist in the United States is $123,136.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $170,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel 2D Game Artist vs Junior 2D Animator?

AspectEntrylevel 2D Game ArtistJunior 2D Animator
Required SkillsConcept art, sprite creation, basic animation, understanding of game enginesFrame-by-frame animation, character movement, storytelling through motion
Work EnvironmentGame development studios, indie teams, freelance projectsAnimation studios, game studios, multimedia companies
Common UsageDesigning game assets, backgrounds, charactersCreating animated sequences, character animations, visual effects

While both roles involve visual creation, an Entrylevel 2D Game Artist focuses on designing game assets and environments, whereas a Junior 2D Animator specializes in bringing characters and scenes to life through animation. Both positions require artistic skills and familiarity with digital tools, but their core responsibilities differ within the game development process.

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Infographic showing various Entrylevel 2D Game Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,136 per year, or $59.2 per hour.

2D Game Artist (Mid to Senior)

Age of Learning, Inc.

Glendale, CA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Summary: 

We're looking for a versatile 2D Game Artist to create and own art across ABCmouse - one of the world's most beloved early learning apps. Our house style is bright, expressive, and unmistakably kid-friendly, and you'll be central to maintaining and extending it. 2D is the core of this role; a working understanding of 3D is a plus. You're a self-starter who takes real ownership of your work, drives it to completion, and raises your hand when something needs to happen - without waiting to be asked.

Responsibilities: 
  • Create stylized, family-friendly 2D art: characters, props, environments, UI, coloring pages, thumbnails, banners, and in-game reward art within the ABCmouse house style
  • Casual games experience a plus
  • Build and iterate on interactive 2D animations in Rive for our Flutter-based game pipeline
  • Own assigned areas of the product from brief to ship - managing your workload, hitting deadlines, and holding a high bar for quality
  • Use a mix of Art (Adobe) and AI-assisted tools to generate illustrated content datasets at scale
  • Export and optimize assets for cross-platform mobile delivery (iOS, Android, Fire OS, web)
  • Apply a working knowledge of 3D to support or lightly contribute to 3D content as needed
  • Proactively identify pipeline gaps and propose improvements
  • Collaborate with curriculum, product, and engineering; participate in creative reviews and incorporate feedback quickly
Minimum Qualifications:
  • 6+ years of professional 2D game art, illustration, or UI art in a production environment
  • Portfolio demonstrating a cute, stylized, family-friendly art style consistent with ABCmouse
  • Proven ability to own work end to end without constant direction - self-directed, accountable, and reliable
  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop for mobile-optimized asset production
  • Experience with an interactive animation tool (Rive, Spine, or equivalent)
  • Working familiarity with 3D - enough to review assets or contribute lightly within an existing pipeline
  • Clear communicator who surfaces blockers early and keeps collaborators informed
  • Eager to learn new tools and pipelines, including AI-assisted workflows
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Portfolio examples in children's media, ed-tech, or stylized game art
  • Direct Rive experience, including interactive state machines
  • Hands-on 3D experience (Blender, Maya, or similar) in a stylized or toon-shaded aesthetic
  • Experience using AI image generation tools (Scenario, Midjourney, Firefly) in production
  • Familiarity with Flutter app art requirements and PNG/SVG optimization
  • Experience in ed-tech, children's entertainment, or mission-driven creative work
  • Figma proficiency for design handoff
  • Experience with Frame.io or similar review and asset-management platforms

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