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Sr. Capture Specialist I, ICON Prime

Austin, TX · On-site

$130K - $192K/yr

At ICON, we build the future from the ground up. Through pioneering construction technology, we are ... You will work closely with Design-Build, Print Operations, R&D, and Regulatory Affairs to ensure BD ...

PlayStation Global

Senior 3D UI Artist

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Experience with icon design and light visual development within a defined art direction * Comfort working with Art Directors and Leads in an iterative feedback loop, incorporating direction quickly ...

ICON

Architect / Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

ICON is looking to add an Architect / Building designer to the Design-Build team. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team, you will design, evaluate, and deliver world-class high ...

ICON

Senior Manager, Total Rewards

Austin, TX · On-site

The person in this role will design and operate the pay structures, benefits programs, and rewards philosophy that allow ICON to compete for talent across radically different job families - robotics ...

ICON

Senior Architect / Senior Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

$98K - $124K/yr

ICON is looking to add a Senior Architect / Senior Designer to the Design Build team. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team, you will design, evaluate, and deliver world-class high ...

ICON

Architect / Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

ICON is looking to add an Architect / Building designer to the Design-Build team. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team, you will design, evaluate, and deliver world-class high ...

ICON

Product Designer I

Austin, TX · On-site

In this role, you will lead end-to-end UX work for tools that connect users to ICON's construction technology, from discovery research through design handoff. You will run customer interviews, map ...

ICON

Director, Total Rewards

Austin, TX · On-site

$123K - $169K/yr

Own ICON's compensation strategy end to end: design and maintain compensation structures, ranges, and bands; keep them aligned to ICON's core leveling framework; and run market benchmarking so pay ...

ICON

Senior Industrial Designer I

Austin, TX · On-site

$101K - $108K/yr

The ICON Industrial Design team is looking for a curious, passionate, and collaborative Senior Industrial Designer. An individual must be a highly motivated, determined problem-solver with a rigorous ...

ICON

Director, Total Rewards

Austin, TX · On-site

$123K - $169K/yr

Own ICON's compensation strategy end to end: design and maintain compensation structures, ranges, and bands; keep them aligned to ICON's core leveling framework; and run market benchmarking so pay ...

ICON

EDC Clinical Trial Designer

Blue Bell, PA · On-site

As a Clinical System Designer II at ICON, you will design and optimizing clinical systems that support the efficient management of clinical trials. You will contribute to the advancement of ...

ICON

Mechanical Engineer II, Titan

Austin, TX · On-site

As a Mechanical Engineer at ICON, you will be in a hands-on development and technical design role impacting the creation and support of well-designed, maintainable mechanical systems. This is a ...

ICON

Electrical Engineer I, Titan

Austin, TX · On-site

As an Electrical Engineer I at ICON, you will be in a hands-on development and technical design role with responsibility for the creation and support of well-designed, maintainable electrical systems.

ICON Technology

Architect / Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

ICON is looking to add an Architect / Building designer to the Design-Build team. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team, you will design, evaluate, and deliver world-class high ...

ICON

Senior Architect / Senior Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

ICON is looking to add a Senior Architect / Senior Designer to the Design Build team. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team, you will design, evaluate, and deliver world-class high ...

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How much do icon design jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for icon design in the United States is $27.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is icon design?

Icon design is the process of creating small, visually appealing symbols that represent actions, objects, or ideas in digital interfaces and applications. Icon designers use graphic design principles to convey meaning quickly and clearly, often working with software like Adobe Illustrator or Figma. Good icon design enhances usability and helps users navigate products more efficiently. Icons are used in apps, websites, operating systems, and many types of software to provide intuitive visual cues. Effective icon design balances simplicity, recognizability, and consistency within a larger visual system.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an icon designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Icon Designer, you need a strong grasp of graphic design principles, vector illustration, and user interface (UI) design, typically supported by a portfolio demonstrating your skills. Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Illustrator, Figma, or Sketch is essential, and knowledge of design systems may be required. Creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret client briefs are crucial soft skills for delivering effective and original icon sets. These skills ensure that icons are visually appealing, functional, and consistent with brand identity, all of which are critical for user experience and communication.

How do icon designers typically collaborate with UI/UX teams during a project?

Icon designers often work closely with UI/UX teams to ensure that the visual language of icons aligns with the overall design system and enhances user experience. This collaboration usually involves participating in design reviews, sharing prototypes, and iterating on icon sets based on feedback from designers and product managers. Clear communication is key, as icon designers must balance aesthetics with functionality, making sure icons are intuitive and accessible for users. Tools like Figma or Sketch are commonly used for collaborative workflows, enabling seamless integration of icon assets within the broader interface.

What is the difference between Icon Design vs Graphic Design?

AspectIcon DesignGraphic Design
Required SkillsVector illustration, UI/UX principles, iconographyTypography, layout, branding, visual communication
Work EnvironmentDigital platforms, app interfaces, websitesPrint, digital media, advertising
Common UsageApp icons, interface symbols, small-scale visualsPosters, brochures, branding materials

Icon Design focuses on creating simple, scalable symbols for digital interfaces, emphasizing clarity and functionality. Graphic Design covers a broader range of visual communication, including print and digital media, with more emphasis on aesthetics and branding. While both roles require creativity and design skills, Icon Design is specialized for UI elements, whereas Graphic Design encompasses diverse visual projects.

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Infographic showing various Icon Design job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,220 per year, or $28 per hour.

Senior 3D UI Artist

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE)

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Render and deliver final 3D UI art assets within the established capture pipeline, adapting art direction as needed.

  • Use Substance Painter and/or Substance Designer to add surface detail, material refinement, and finishing passes to 3D assets.

  • Create and refine UI icons, and contribute to photo mode UI support by providing UI art assets and visual polish.

Job description

Why Sony Interactive Entertainment?

Sony Interactive Entertainment isn't just the Best Place to Play - it's also the Best Place to Work. Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is the company behind the PlayStation brand. As a subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation, we're part of a proud legacy of innovation and excellence. SIE is a dynamic technology company, delivering cutting-edge hardware and network services to more than 100 million people and an entertainment leader, home to some of the most beloved and recognizable intellectual properties (IP) in the world. Our role at SIE is to create and nurture the experiences under the PlayStation brand, a name synonymous with entertainment excellence and creativity.


Join the award-winning team that created God of War

Santa Monica Studio is seeking an experienced Senior 3D UI Artist to join our UI team on a short-term contract basis to help bring our current project across the finish line. In this role, you will work within an established pipeline to render and capture polished 3D UI art assets, populate in-game content systems, and contribute to late-stage UI work including icon creation and photo mode support.

The ideal candidate is a self-sufficient, execution-focused 3D artist who thrives in a structured, sprint-driven environment, can hit the ground running within existing workflows, and brings the technical range to handle both rendering and hands-on asset production. Join us in creating legendary games with PlayStation.

Responsibilities
  • 3D Rendering & Asset Capture - Render and deliver final 3D UI art assets within the established capture pipeline, working efficiently within the proven loop already in place. Adapt and apply art direction as it is refined throughout production
  • Detail Authoring in Substance - Use Substance Painter and/or Substance Designer to add surface detail, material refinement, and finishing passes to 3D assets in support of the visual target
  • Codex Image Population - Capture and deliver in-game images for all Codex categories, including Gear, Bestiary entries, and Codex Category Thumbnails, ensuring consistency of framing, lighting, and presentation across all entries
  • Test Bed Image Capture - Operate within an in-engine test bed environment to capture game images for UI integration, maintaining technical quality and visual consistency throughout
  • Icon Production - Create and refine UI icons across relevant game systems, maintaining visual coherence with established style and quality standards
  • Photo Mode UI Support - Contribute UI art assets and support visual polish work related to the game's photo mode feature.
Requirements
  • 4+ years of professional experience in 3D art for games, with a focus on UI, rendering, or real-time asset production on console or PC titles
  • At least one shipped AAA game credit in a 3D art or UI art capacity
  • Strong proficiency in Substance Painter and/or Substance Designer for material authoring and detail addition
  • Demonstrated experience with 3D rendering workflows and in-engine asset capture, including familiarity with lighting setups, camera framing, and render pass organization
  • Experience working within established pipelines and capture loops, with the ability to onboard quickly and execute with minimal ramp-up time
  • Solid understanding of UI art standards, including icon design principles, image framing for UI contexts, and asset organization
  • Strong ability to work independently, self-prioritize, and deliver high-quality assets consistently within a fast-moving, deadline-driven environment
  • Proficiency in Maya, Adobe Photoshop, and standard DCC tools for post-processing and asset prep
Preferred Experience
  • Prior experience populating in-game content databases or encyclopedic systems (e.g., bestiary, codex, inventory) with rendered or captured imagery
  • Familiarity with photo mode UI systems and the asset considerations unique to that feature space
  • Experience with icon design and light visual development within a defined art direction
  • Comfort working with Art Directors and Leads in an iterative feedback loop, incorporating direction quickly and adapting to evolving creative decisions late in production
  • Background working on narrative-driven AAA titles with high visual fidelity standards

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The estimated base pay range for this role is listed below, this is an hourly rate.
$57.98-$86.92 USD

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