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Gearbox Software LLC

Senior Outsourcing Manager

Frisco, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Manage the external art vendor schedules, deliverables, and day‑to‑day communication * Track status of art assets and provide supporting materials required for production * Develop the external ...

Jobtailor

Studio Art Manager

Troy, NY · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

... and external developer relationships * Collaborate with Game Directors, Art Directors, and ... Experience managing multi-level hierarchies within a production environment, with a total team size ...

Velan Studios

Studio Art Manager

Troy, NY · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

... Art Manager will work closely with senior people managers to empower their project leads ...  and external developer relationships  * Creative Direction & Quality * Collaborate closely ...

Velan Studios

Studio Art Manager

Troy, NY · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

... external outreach, and external developer relationships * Creative Direction & Quality ... game art leadership or related creative leadership roles. * Experience managing multi-level ...

Velan Studios

Studio Art Manager

Troy, NY · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

... Art Managerwill work closely withseniorpeople managers to empower their project leads, strengthen ... external developer relationships * Creative Direction & Quality * Collaborate closely with Game ...

Netflix

Manager, Art Direction

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Role As Manager - Art Direction for Netflix Experiences, you will define the visual language ... and external vendors. Evangelize and translate the Netflix Experiences brand strategy, visual ...

Netflix

Manager, Art Direction

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Role As Manager - Art Direction for Netflix Experiences, you will define the visual language ... Develop art direction packages & reference materials for external vendors, from design through ...

Netflix

Manager, Art Direction

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Role As Manager - Art Direction for Netflix Experiences, you will define the visual language ... Develop art direction packages & reference materials for external vendors, from design through ...

Netflix

Manager, Art Direction

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

The Role As Manager - Art Direction for Netflix Experiences, you will define the visual language ... Develop art direction packages & reference materials for external vendors, from design through ...

Gardens Interactive

Art Lead

Los Angeles, CA · Remote

$165K - $206K/yr

Oversee external art partners, ensuring outsourced work meets the project's creative, technical, and quality bar. Management & Team Growth * Develop leads and individual contributors through clear ...

Gardens

$150 - $200/hr

Oversee external art partners, ensuring outsourced work meets the project's creative, technical, and quality bar. Management & Team Growth Develop leads and individual contributors through clear ...

Netflix, Inc.

Manager, Art Direction

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$250/hr

Role As Manager - Art Direction for Netflix Experiences, you will define the visual language and ... Develop art‑direction packages & reference materials for external vendors from design through ...

Omnicom

Art Supervisor

New York, NY · On-site

... Manage client relationships, presenting creative work and fostering trust through expertise and ... external meetings and reviews. When meeting with or presenting to clients s/he communicates ...

Omnicom

Art Supervisor

New York, NY · Hybrid

Manage client relationships, presenting creative work and fostering trust through expertise and ... external meetings and reviews. When meeting with or presenting to clients s/he communicates ...

Evergreen Life Services

Art Supervisor

Bossier City, LA · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Provides timely and professional service to internal and external stakeholders, is responsive to ... Work assigned shifts as required by management * Attend all training classes as required Skills and ...

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How much do external art manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for external art manager in the United States is $69,553.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36,000.00 and $99,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an external art manager?

External Art Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and coordinating the work of external artists or art studios, often in industries like video games, animation, or advertising. They ensure that outsourced artwork meets the creative vision, quality standards, and deadlines set by the company. Their role involves managing communication between internal teams and external partners, reviewing art assets, providing feedback, and handling contracts or budgets. Effective External Art Managers help streamline the art production process and maintain consistency across all visual assets.

How does an external art manager typically collaborate with internal teams and external vendors?

An External Art Manager acts as a crucial bridge between a company's internal art team and external art vendors or freelance artists. In this role, you'll coordinate project requirements, provide feedback, and ensure that outsourced assets meet quality and branding standards. Regular communication—through meetings, emails, and review platforms—is essential to keep projects on track and resolve any artistic or technical issues promptly. You'll also work closely with producers, creative directors, and other departments to align external deliverables with overall project goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an external art manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an External Art Manager, you need a solid background in art production, project management, and a deep understanding of visual design principles, often supported by a degree in art, design, or a related field. Familiarity with digital asset management systems, project tracking tools like Jira, and experience coordinating with vendors or outsourcing partners are typically required. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and organizational skills help build strong partnerships and ensure project milestones are met. These abilities are crucial for delivering high-quality art assets on time and maintaining consistent visual standards across projects.

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Infographic showing various External Art Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,553 per year, or $33.4 per hour.

Senior Outsourcing Manager

Frisco, TX • On-site

Gearbox Software LLC
201 - 500 employees
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$100 - $125/hr

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Job description

The Gearbox Entertainment Company is an award-winning creator and distributor of entertainment for people around the world. Gearbox Entertainment develops and publishes products through its subsidiaries, Gearbox Software and Gearbox Publishing. Gearbox Entertainment has become widely known for successful game franchises including Brothers in Arms and Borderlands, as well as acquired properties Duke Nukem and Homeworld. Gearbox’s ambition is to entertain the world and its key driving objectives include the pursuit of happiness for our talent, partners and customers, the prioritization of entertainment and creativity and a measured respect for profitability.

Gearbox Software is looking for a talented, passionate Senior Outsourcing Manager to join the team. This person will be responsible for all external art outsourcing.

Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain long‑term relationships with external art vendors
  • Negotiate favorable contracts that align with scope and budget
  • Manage external artists and provide feedback
  • Manage the external art vendor schedules, deliverables, and day‑to‑day communication
  • Track status of art assets and provide supporting materials required for production
  • Develop the external art pipeline into a highly efficient workflow that maintains quality while meeting budgetary constraints
  • Work to expand outsourcing efforts while improving efficiency, savings, and quality
Qualifications
  • 3+ years as an Outsourcing Manager or Art Manager in the video game industry
  • Previous experience managing vendors or external teams
  • Ability to solve complex production problems efficiently
  • Strong time management skills with ability to multi‑task while meeting deadlines
  • Knowledgeable of art content production pipelines
  • Ambitious and passionate about quality results
  • Ability to communicate well both written and orally
  • Comfortable in a dynamic work environment where there are many changes and iterations to improve the game

Gearbox Entertainment believes that all team members should be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the world we strive to entertain. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide fair and equal treatment to all team members and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local law.

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