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Absurd Ventures

Lead Character Artist

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$170K - $200K/yr

Experience with PBR and hand-painted texturing workflows. * Proven track record of creating high-quality character models for AAA titles. * Ability to lead a team and work collaboratively across ...

Absurd Ventures

Lead Character Artist

Santa Monica, CA

$170K - $200K/yr

Experience with PBR and hand-painted texturing workflows. * Proven track record of creating high-quality character models for AAA titles. * Ability to lead a team and work collaboratively across ...

Hidden Acorn

3D Character Artist in Unreal

Redwood City, CA · On-site +1

$148K - $155K/yr

Highly skilled at sculpting, retopology, UV layout, and PBR texturing for real-time characters * Ability to execute a visual style consistently across a roster -- hand-painted, photorealistic, or ...

Penny Linn

Full Time Photographer

Rowayton, CT · On-site

... we design hand-painted canvases, host stitching classes and events, and connect a passionate ... This is a hands-on, in-house role for someone who loves color, texture, and craft, and who can move ...

Legislative Branch

Painter

Washington, DC · On-site

$20.75 - $28.25/hr

Alters, repairs, and maintains new and historical painted surfaces. Matches colors, shading and texture of interior finishes as required. * Trims, sands, and smooths surfaces using hand tools, caulk ...

Swaybox Studios

Sets Painter

New Orleans, LA · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

... hand-painting, and weathering. * Ensure high quality and consistency in all painted pieces ... Attention to detail and a keen eye for color and texture. * Ability to work independently and ...

PDG Wallcoverings

Painter Journeyman

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$18 - $30/hr

Prepare area(s) to be painted by cleaning, or if necessary, scraping, sanding, patching and masking ... Must have own hand tools/vehicle. * Strong working knowledge of job site safety. * Ability to work ...

Niles Enterprises

Industrial Painter

Fenton, MI · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

Ability to perform tasks that require a steady hand and excellent hand-eye coordination. This ... This includes the ability to see fine details when painting and to recognize when a painted surface ...

PDG Wallcoverings

Painter Journeyman

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$18 - $30/hr

Prepare area(s) to be painted by cleaning, or if necessary, scraping, sanding, patching and masking ... Must have own hand tools/vehicle. * Strong working knowledge of job site safety. * Ability to work ...

Architect of the Capitol

Painter

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$32.85 - $38.41/hr

Alters, repairs, and maintains new and historical painted surfaces. Matches colors, shading and texture of interior finishes as required. - Trims, sands, and smooths surfaces using hand tools, caulk ...

REV Group Inc

Paint/Body Worker I

Jefferson, NC · On-site

Sand down painted surfaces to remove orange peel texture * Operate a buffer and understand the ... Ability to run dual action sanders, grinders, and miscellaneous hand tools * Must have full ...

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How much do hand painted texture jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for hand painted texture in the United States is $18.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical collaboration processes between a Hand Painted Texture artist and other members of a game development team?

Hand Painted Texture artists frequently collaborate with 3D modelers, concept artists, and art directors to ensure visual consistency and meet project goals. They often participate in regular team meetings to review assets, discuss feedback, and make adjustments based on input from other departments. Clear communication and iterative feedback are essential, as texture artists need to align their work with the overall art direction and technical constraints of the project. This collaborative environment helps achieve cohesive visuals and efficient production workflows.

What are hand painted textures?

Hand painted textures are digital or physical surface details created by artists using painting techniques, rather than relying on photographs or procedural generation. These textures are often used in video games, animation, and 3D modeling to give objects a unique, stylized appearance. Artists typically use software like Photoshop or Substance Painter to manually paint details, highlights, and shading, resulting in a more artistic and customized look. Hand painted textures are especially popular in stylized games and films, where the visual style is a key part of the experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hand Painted Texture Artist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hand Painted Texture Artist, you need strong artistic skills in drawing and painting, a solid understanding of color theory, and experience with texture creation, often bolstered by a degree in art or game design. Familiarity with digital art tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Substance Painter, and graphics tablets is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective collaboration are key soft skills that help an artist stand out. These abilities ensure visually compelling textures that enhance the quality and appeal of digital assets in games and animation.
Infographic showing various Hand Painted Texture job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 95% Full Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,082 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Lead Character Artist

Absurd Ventures

Santa Monica, CA • On-site

$170K - $200K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Character Artist to join our dynamic team. As Lead Character Artist, you will be responsible for creating and overseeing the production of high-quality character assets. You will have a direct impact on the visual identity of our games, bringing characters to life with stunning detail and artistic excellence.
Core Responsibilities
  • Lead the character art team in the creation of high-quality character models.
  • Collaborate with the Art Director to define the visual style of characters.
  • Sculpt, model, and texture characters to meet the artistic and technical requirements of the project.
  • Contribute in planning, organization and prioritization of tasks with Production for internal, OS, and co dev partners.
  • Create and maintain character pipeline documentation for training and onboarding
  • Proactively identify risks in character art production timelines and effectively communicate risks to Production and Directors.
  • Mentor and provide feedback to other character artists.
  • Ensure character assets are optimized for performance and memory usage.
  • Work closely with rigging, animation, and technical art teams to ensure characters are ready for implementation.
  • Stay current with industry trends and techniques in character art.

Core Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Game Art, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in character art within the video game industry.
  • Strong proficiency in Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter.
  • Significant experience in Unreal Engine
  • Excellent understanding of anatomy, form, and silhouette.
  • Experience with PBR and hand-painted texturing workflows.
  • Proven track record of creating high-quality character models for AAA titles.
  • Ability to lead a team and work collaboratively across departments.

Plus if...
  • Experience with character rigging and skinning.
  • Knowledge of Marvelous Designer or similar tools for clothing simulation.
  • Experience with rigid body dynamics and cloth simulation in Unreal Engine
  • Previous work in a leadership role on a major game title.

Description
  • Full-time job with benefits.
  • Role is on-site in Santa Monica, CA.
  • Office is located near downtown Santa Monica - near metro and freeway.

The base pay range for this position is $170,000 to $200,000 per year. Actual compensation is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. We also offer a competitive package of benefits including vacation time, sick time, company holidays, parental leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401(k) matching to regular full-time employees. Certain roles may also be eligible for bonus and equity.

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