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Epic Games

Senior Technical Artist

Cary, NC · On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

A successful candidate should have a deep knowledge in look development, lighting and complex game ... Work with engineers and artists to optimize content for many platforms * Own gameplay and engine ...

Cloud Chamber

Senior Level Artist

Novato, CA · On-site

$149K - $178K/yr

As a Senior Level Artist at Cloud Chamber, you will join our talented development team to shape the ... Participate in look development, creating visual benchmark environments and level layouts to ...

2K

Senior Level Artist

Novato, CA · On-site

$149K - $178K/yr

As a Senior Level Artist at Cloud Chamber, you will join our talented development team to shape the ... Participate in look development, creating visual benchmark environments and level layouts to ...

Netflix

Storyboard Artist- Ink

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$74.52/hr

Position Summary We are seeking a Storyboard Artist to join our pioneering team in developing ... Drive look development and visual experimentation efforts by pioneering new approaches to blend ...

Netflix

Story Artist- Ink

Los Gatos, CA · On-site

$74.52/hr

Position Summary We are seeking a Storyboard Artist to join our pioneering team in developing ... Work closely with leadership to resolve issues and address notes Drive look development and visual ...

Netflix

Story Artist- Ink

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$74.52/hr

Position Summary We are seeking a Storyboard Artist to join our pioneering team in developing ... Drive look development and visual experimentation efforts by pioneering new approaches to blend ...

Netflix

Story Artist- Ink

Los Angeles, CA

$74.52/hr

Position Summary We are seeking a Storyboard Artist to join our pioneering team in developing ... Work closely with leadership to resolve issues and address notes Drive look development and visual ...

Netflix

Story Artist- Ink

Los Gatos, CA

$74.52/hr

Position Summary We are seeking a Storyboard Artist to join our pioneering team in developing ... Drive look development and visual experimentation efforts by pioneering new approaches to blend ...

2K

Senior Level Artist

Novato, CA · On-site

$149K - $178K/yr

As a Senior Level Artist at Cloud Chamber, you will join our talented development team to shape the ... Participate in look development, creating visual benchmark environments and level layouts to ...

Cloud Chamber

Senior Level Artist

Novato, CA · On-site

$149K - $178K/yr

As a Senior Level Artist at Cloud Chamber, you will join our talented development team to shape the ... Participate in look development, creating visual benchmark environments and level layouts to ...

Netflix

Story Artist- Ink

Vancouver, WA

$74.52/hr

Position Summary We are seeking a Storyboard Artist to join our pioneering team in developing ... Drive look development and visual experimentation efforts by pioneering new approaches to blend ...

TheLab

VFX AI Pipeline

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Standardize AI-assisted asset generation, image enhancement, look development, and production ... Technical Artist Tools * Develop intuitive tools, interfaces, and scripts that enable artists to ...

TheLab

VFX AI Pipeline

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K/yr

Standardize AI-assisted asset generation, image enhancement, look development, and production ... Technical Artist Tools * Develop intuitive tools, interfaces, and scripts that enable artists to ...

thelab

VFX AI Pipeline

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Standardize AI-assisted asset generation, image enhancement, look development, and production ... Technical Artist Tools * Develop intuitive tools, interfaces, and scripts that enable artists to ...

Elevado

AI Art Director

Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid

$90K - $120K/yr

... artists to shape the look and feel of our work. You should be comfortable switching between ideation, hands-on image creation, video development, and visual refinement. Location and Salary This is a ...

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How much do look development artist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for look development artist in the United States is $34.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $37.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a look development artist do?

A Look Development Artist is responsible for defining the final appearance of 3D assets in films, TV, and games. They focus on creating textures, shaders, and materials that give objects realistic or stylized visual qualities. They work closely with lighting, modeling, and surfacing teams to ensure assets match the artistic vision. Using software like Maya, Substance Painter, and Houdini, they refine colors, reflections, and surface details. Their work helps bring characters, environments, and props to life with high-quality visual fidelity.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a look development artist in a production environment?

A Look Development Artist spends their day creating high-quality textures, shaders, and surface materials for 3D models, ensuring that assets achieve the desired visual style. They collaborate closely with lighting, modeling, and compositing teams to make necessary adjustments and troubleshoot technical issues. Daily tasks often include reviewing renders, refining materials based on feedback, and staying up-to-date with the latest tools and workflows. This role is highly collaborative and involves regular communication with supervisors and other artists to maintain consistency and meet project deadlines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the look development artist position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Look Development Artist, you need a strong background in 3D modeling, texturing, shading, and rendering, ideally with a degree in computer graphics or a related field. Expertise in industry-standard software such as Maya, Houdini, Substance Painter, and rendering engines like Arnold or V-Ray is crucial. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication make candidates stand out in collaborative production environments. These skills ensure visually compelling assets that align with the creative vision and technical requirements of animation, VFX, or game projects.

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Infographic showing various Look Development Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, and 35% Part Time. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,499 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Expression of Interest - Asset Artist

AGBO Films LLC

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Temporary

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

About the Company:
Founded in 2017 by Anthony and Joe Russo, AGBO is an artist-led independent studio shaping the future of film and television. The Russo Brothers and AGBO have generated more than $7 billion at the global box office, including Avengers: Endgame. The studio's projects include Academy Award-winning Everything Everywhere All at Once, Netflix hits The Gray Man and Extraction, and Prime Video's visceral thriller The Bluff and the global Citadel franchise. Citadel Season 2 premieres in May 2026.
AGBO is currently in production with Netflix on Tygo and Mercenary, both part of the Extraction universe, as well as with Lionsgate on John Rambo, a prequel to the iconic franchise. The studio is in post-production on The Whisper Man, starring Robert De Niro, and Avengers: Doomsday, which will be released December 18, 2026. AGBO will begin shooting Avengers: Secret Wars later this year. Both upcoming Avengers films are directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and co-produced by AGBO and Marvel Studios.
About the Position:
AGBO is seeking a talented Asset Artist to join our Visual Effects (VFX) team. The Asset Artist will create content for high quality projects using the Unreal Engine. The ideal candidate must have extensive knowledge of the Unreal Engine and be proficient in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing assets. The Artist will have an excellent artistic eye for detail when creating high quality assets and demonstrates proactive collaboration and communication with the entire team.
This is an Expression of Interest role.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop CG assets with an emphasis on matching the look of realistic practical assets, while working within the production schedule and meeting established deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Concepting, Set Design, Layout, Modeling, Surfacing, Basic Rigging, and Optimizing assets.
  • Collaborate with the Pipeline, VAD and Lighting team on creating characters, environments, vehicles, and props to be used in the Unreal Engine.
  • Create high quality assets ranging from concept to final model and surfacing that are fully optimized to perform in a real time environment.
  • Ingest assets that are internally created or from third parties into our projects.
  • Active in creative research and development and communicates goals and objectives clearly.
  • Utilize the latest advancements in Unreal Engine to expedite asset development process.
  • Ensure that standardized practices are developed and implemented across projects to meet high quality and aesthetic standards.
  • Technical ability to create project-based materials in engine.
  • Critically think and solve technical challenges and limitations within DCC programs and Unreal Engine.
  • Creating Control Rigs in DCC and Unreal Engine when requested.
  • Generate documentation on processes used for content creation.
  • Maintain consistency and quality on all meshes, textures, and shaders created for all types of assets.
  • Creating custom parent materials, procedural materials, and functions.
  • Address revisions in a timely manner with creative and technical solutions.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills
  • 5+ years of experience with real-time content creation.
  • Excellent eye for details and an artistic portfolio of work showcasing modeling and texturing expertise across a variety of types of models, for characters, vehicles, environments, and props.
  • Proficient experience working in real-time productions using the Unreal Engine and has knowledge of tools within the Unreal engine for character creation, set dressing, Landscapes, PCGs, Splines.
  • Practiced knowledge in DCC programs like Maya, 3ds Max, Zbrush, Houdini, Blender, etc.
  • Experience with optimization processes for assets while keeping high fidelity details intact.
  • Ability to work in a variety of art styles with or without conceptual reference, and is able to gather references and plan for look development.
  • Strong artistic understanding of anatomy, proportions, scale, silhouette, lighting, composition, layout, color theory, atmosphere.
  • Have the ability to communicate and take art direction notes and apply them effectively and efficiently both written and verbal.
  • Experience working in a Volume, LED Stage, Mocap stage, and with Virtual Cameras.
  • Experience photogrammetry and scanning.
  • Experience with lighting, sequencer, camera, layout, fx, and animation in Unreal Engine.
  • Experience with advanced rigging and control rigs within DCC and Unreal Engine.
  • Strong aesthetic sense and keen eye for detail.

Additional Information:
  • This is a temporary position with the possibility of extension based on project needs.
  • This is an Expression of Interest role. You will be contacted once an opportunity becomes available.
  • Remote candidates may be considered; however, preference will be given to those who can work in Los Angeles.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
  • Please submit a portfolio or demo reel for consideration.

AGBO Labs LLC is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We aim to recruit the right people for the jobs we have to offer, and to assess applications on the basis of relevant skills, education and experience.
AGBO participates in E-Verify - English | Spanish
The job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent to this position.

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