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How much do game illustrator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for game illustrator in Virginia is $122,080.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,300.00 and $169,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a game illustrator?

A Game Illustrator is responsible for creating visual assets for video games, including characters, environments, props, and promotional artwork. They use digital painting and illustration techniques to bring creative concepts to life, often working closely with game designers and art directors. Their work helps establish the visual tone and aesthetic of the game. Game Illustrators need strong artistic skills, proficiency in design software like Photoshop, and a good understanding of color, composition, and storytelling.

What does a game illustrator do?

A typical day for a Game Illustrator involves collaborating with game designers and art directors to understand the project’s visual requirements, creating concept art, detailed character designs, and environment illustrations. You’ll spend much of your time sketching, refining digital artwork, and iterating on feedback to ensure assets match the desired style and vision. Frequent team meetings and reviews are common, fostering open communication and creative problem-solving. In addition to art creation, you may help prepare assets for integration into the game and sometimes coordinate with animators or 3D artists. This dynamic workflow helps ensure both artistic quality and consistency across the game’s visual elements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a game illustrator?

To thrive as a Game Illustrator, you need strong drawing and painting abilities, a solid understanding of anatomy, color theory, and composition, often supported by a degree in art, illustration, or a related field. Mastery of digital art tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and game engine asset pipelines is typically expected, with some roles valuing relevant certifications or experience with specific software. Creativity, collaboration, adaptability, and clear communication are essential soft skills for standing out in this role. These skills help Game Illustrators effectively bring visual concepts to life, collaborate with multidisciplinary game teams, and meet the evolving artistic demands of the gaming industry.

What are the most commonly searched types of Game Illustrator jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Game Illustrator jobs in Virginia are:

Infographic showing various Game Illustrator job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $122,080 per year, or $58.7 per hour.

Table Games Floor Supervisor - Table Games Operations

Seminolehardrock

Bristol, VA • On-site

$24 - $30/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago


Job description

Our team members are the key to our company's success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our fill list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits


POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Pit Manager, the Dual Rated Supervisor is responsible for providing superior service to both the internal and external customer. The incumbent is also responsible for monitoring and supervising an area of a pit consisting of one or more games to assure the delivery of Customer Service standards, while maintaining the integrity of the games.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position)

  • Creates an atmosphere that induces guests to make Hard Rock Casino Bristol their choice for gaming entertainment; responsible for actively building and retaining guest relations and acts as a mentor to team members in order to provide superior guest service.
  • Directly supervises dealer responsibilities in accordance with the company policies and procedures.
  • Responsibilities include training team members, planning, assigning, and directing work.
  • Addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  • Rating and tracking guests play.
  • Assist guests in obtaining a marker.
  • Making sure buy-ins are correct. Insures adherence to all gaming regulations.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Attend seminars when needed.

EDUCATION AND /OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

(Related education and experience may be interchangeable on a year for year basis)

High School Diploma required. Three years table games experience required. Two years in a Dual-Rated management level capacity or above is preferred. Must be knowledgeable in all primary casino games and most secondary games.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (Licenses, Certifications, Testing, etc.):

  • Must obtain and maintain all licenses / certifications per Federal, State, and Virginia Lottery.
  • Must successfully pass background check.
  • Must successfully pass drug screening.
  • Must be twenty-one (21) years of age.
  • Prior experience in the Gaming industry strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

  • Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
  • Hard Rock operations.
  • Policies and procedures as well as knowledge of and ability to identify various cheating techniques.

ABILITY TO:

  • Calculate figures and create and manipulate spreadsheets to produce reports.
  • Effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
  • Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
  • Be flexible to work varying shifts and time schedules as needed.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by team members within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of team members assigned to this job.


PAY RANGE:


$24 - $30/Hourly