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How much do game art intern jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for game art intern in the United States is $17.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects and tasks can a game art intern expect to work on during their internship?

As a Game Art Intern, you can expect to contribute to a variety of creative tasks, such as creating concept art, designing game assets, assisting with character or environment modeling, and preparing textures. Interns often collaborate closely with senior artists, animators, and designers, receiving feedback and participating in team meetings. This hands-on experience offers valuable insight into the game development pipeline and helps interns develop a professional portfolio. The workload typically includes both individual assignments and group projects, helping you build practical skills while learning industry-standard tools and workflows.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a game art intern?

To thrive as a Game Art Intern, you need a solid understanding of fundamental art principles, proficiency in digital painting or 3D modeling, and a relevant portfolio, often supported by coursework in game art or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk Maya, or Unity/Unreal Engine is typically required. Creativity, openness to feedback, and effective teamwork are essential soft skills for success in collaborative game development environments. These skills ensure you can contribute high-quality assets, adapt to iterative workflows, and work effectively with designers and developers.

What does a game art intern do?

A Game Art Intern assists in creating visual assets for video games under the supervision of senior artists and art directors. Their tasks often include designing characters, environments, props, textures, and user interface elements. Interns may also help with asset optimization, implementing art into game engines, and collaborating with other departments like design and programming. This role provides valuable hands-on experience and insight into the game development pipeline, making it a great stepping stone for aspiring game artists.
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Social Media Intern, Game Shows, Fall 2026

Sony Pictures Entertainment

Culver City, CA • On-site

$19/hr

Part-time

Posted 8 days ago


Sony Pictures Entertainment rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 6 rated film or creative companies


Job description

Application Deadline: August 7, 2026
Program Dates: September 8 or 14 - December 11, 2026
Start and end dates are flexible. Interns must be available to work part-time (10-29 hours/week) in person at the designated office location.
Our Emerging Talent Programs - including Internships and Trainee roles - provide hands-on opportunities for students and early-career professionals to contribute to the teams behind our film, television, and entertainment experiences.
These paid, seasonal assignments deliver meaningful, high-impact work designed to accelerate your growth. You'll take on real responsibilities, build practical skills, and gain exposure to the business through structured learning, executive engagement, and networking opportunities.
Our internship program is designed for students currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, as well as individuals seeking to deepen their education through immersive, professional experience in the entertainment industry.
Responsibilities:
  • Trend Spotting
  • Creative Ideation Publishing
  • Community Engagement
  • Social Media Analytics and Performance
  • Tracking Social Content
  • Capture Data Collection and Asset Management

Qualifications:
  • Deeply immersed in TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, and the broader social ecosystem
  • Passionate about pop culture, internet trends, and digital storytelling
  • Interested in both the art and science of social - from editing short-form videos to analyzing engagement metrics
  • Self-starter who can work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced creative environment

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience creating content for personal own personal channels
  • Experience with analytics tools (YouTube Studio, TikTok Analytics, Dash Social, etc.)
  • Loves Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy!, or both - and want to help reimagine them for the next generation

The anticipated base salary for this position is $19/hour. This role may also qualify for comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
Sony Pictures does not allow audio recording, video recording or use of AI note-taking tools during interviews. Please be aware these tools may be enabled as a default and can be difficult to disable once the interview has started, so we recommend you check your device and disable these tools prior to the start of your interview. If recording or the use of the tools occurs during the interview and cannot be promptly turned off or disabled, the interviewer may end the interview.
To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at SPE_Accommodation_Assistance@spe.sony.com.

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