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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for junior environment artist in the United States is $56,698.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $65,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Junior Environment Artist is an entry-level role in game development or visual effects, responsible for creating and refining 3D environments. They assist in modeling, texturing, and lighting scenes to match the artistic direction of a project. Working closely with senior artists and designers, they help bring virtual worlds to life while learning industry tools like Unreal Engine, Maya, or Substance Painter. This role is ideal for those building foundational skills in environment art and looking to advance in the field.

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As a Junior Environment Artist, your typical day involves collaborating closely with senior artists, designers, and other members of the development team to create and refine 3D environments. You might spend your time developing terrain, modeling architectural assets, painting textures, and importing your work into the game engine while addressing feedback from leads. Regular meetings and critiques are common, offering opportunities to learn and grow your technical and artistic skills. This role is highly collaborative, and you’ll likely work under the guidance of more experienced artists while contributing creative solutions to environmental challenges. Over time, you'll gain a deeper understanding of production pipelines and expand your responsibilities as you build experience.

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To thrive as a Junior Environment Artist, you should possess foundational skills in 3D modeling, texturing, and digital art, supported by a degree in game art, animation, or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard tools like Autodesk Maya, Blender, Adobe Photoshop, and game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity is typically expected. A keen eye for detail, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams help candidates stand out. These abilities are crucial for creating immersive game environments while efficiently integrating feedback and meeting project goals.

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Visual Artist - Mott Haven

THE BOYS' CLUB OF NEW YORK INC

Bronx, NY • On-site

$30/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 10 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Design and facilitate visual art experiences for groups of boys to promote creativity and skill development.

  • Produce and demonstrate artwork using various fine art techniques and materials.

  • Assist with studio setup, organization, and safety practices, and support participants in their artistic projects.

Job description

Position: Visual Artist
Location: 565 Morris Ave, Bronx, NY 10451
Salary Range: $30.00
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Exempt OR Full-Time, Exempt

About Us

Founded in 1876, The Boys’ Club of New York (BCNY) is a youth development organization with the mission to empower boys and young men, ages 7 to 21, by providing effective programs and a supportive community. BCNY provides evidence-based programs to address the evolving social, emotional, health, creative, educational, and vocational needs of our members in meaningful, lasting ways. BCNY develops programs to cultivate positive qualities in members and strives to continually deepen and broaden our impact.

Job Summary

We have an opportunity for an engaging Visual Artist to lead art experiences (i.e., sculpture, painting, illustration, graphic design, digital media, etc.) for boys ages 6–12.

The Visual Artist will create and facilitate hands-on artistic experiences for groups of four to twenty boys, fostering creativity, exploration, and self-expression through visual art. We are seeking a reliable, highly motivated candidate with a strong personal artistic practice and the ability to inspire young artists.

Responsibilities

  • Design and facilitate engaging visual art experiences that provide opportunities for creative exploration, experimentation, and skill-building.

  • Produce and demonstrate artwork using various fine art techniques and materials.

  • Share personal artistic process and practices to inspire and guide participants.

  • Assist with daily set-up, clean-up, and organization of studio materials and equipment.

  • Model and enforce adherence to sound health and safety practices for each member.

  • Engage with members and use appropriate strategies to encourage positive interactions and creative confidence.

  • Support participants in developing their artistic voice and completing individual or collaborative projects.

  • Reflect on artistic programming, materials, and participant engagement to assess strengths and areas for growth.

  • Contribute ideas for program development, including new projects, materials, and creative approaches.

  • Complete and submit program reports as required, including supply requests and activity documentation.

  • Ensure proper care of all studio materials, maintain an organized workspace, and report any damaged or misused supplies.

Qualifications

Previous experience in visual arts, youth development, community arts, or related fields. Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; junior level or higher preferred.

  • Demonstrated artistic practice in one or more visual art disciplines

  • Experience with digital tools (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects) preferred

  • DOH and DOE fingerprinting desirable

  • First Aid and CPR Certification desirable

  • Knowledge of computer graphics, web design, animation, and digital media

  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment and respond to varying participant needs

  • Experience working with economically and educationally disadvantaged youth and an understanding of the social and cultural issues facing urban families preferred

Resume and Cover letter required.

The Boys’ Club of New York is an equal opportunity employer?and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. ?If you have a disability or other protected need requiring an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.